Durham, NC · Chapel Hill, NC · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Duke University | UNC Chapel Hill | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 6.8% | 18.7% |
| In-State Tuition | $65,805 | $8,989 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $65,805 | $39,330 |
| Average Net Price | $12,801 | $11,140 |
| Graduation Rate | 96.0% | 92.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Duke University accepts 6.8% of applicants. UNC Chapel Hill accepts 18.7%. Duke University's tuition is $65,805. UNC Chapel Hill's is $8,989. That's a $56,816 difference per year. Duke University graduates 96% of students in 6 years. UNC Chapel Hill graduates 92%.
Bottom Line
UNC Chapel Hill is public; Duke University is private. If you're an in-state student, UNC Chapel Hill will cost significantly less. Check the net price numbers above before deciding.
Source: IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
Duke University. It accepts 6.8% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
UNC Chapel Hill has lower published tuition: $8,989 versus $65,805. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Duke University: 96% of students finish in 6 years. UNC Chapel Hill is at 92%.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.