Duke University · Durham, NC United States
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This link will open in a new window Duke University is home to more than 13,400 Blue Devils who attend undergraduate- and graduate-level classes in nine schools and colleges. Trinity College of Art and Sciences, the Fuqua School of Business, and the Pratt School of Engineering are among the most well known; its law and medical schools are also highly regarded nationally. The private institution has an endowment of about $6 billion. Notable alumni include Richard Nixon, Melinda French Gates, Elizabeth Dole, and talk show host Charlie Rose. Founded in 1838 as Trinity College, Duke adopted its present name in 1924 after American Tobacco Co. magnate James Duke established the Duke Endowment. To read the full description, subscribe now.
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Key Duke University Financials
| Company Type | School Headquarters |
| Fiscal Year-End | June |
| Employees | 26,000 |
Duke University Executives
135 executives listed for Duke University's Durham, NC location.
| Title | Name & Bio | Contact |
| Chair | Robert Steel | |
| President and Trustee | Richard Brodhead | |
| Provost | Peter Lange |
Competition
Competitive Landscape for Duke University
Demand for higher education services is largely driven by population dynamics, but also by employer requirements. The financial success of schools is closely related to the number of students enrolled, because many costs are fixed. Public schools have the advantage of public funding and are typically larger than private schools. Small schools can compete effectively by providing a superior education. To read the full description, subscribe now.Top Duke University Competitors
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