Duke University
This profile covers the Master of International Development Policy (MIDP) at Duke University's Sanford School of Public Policy in Durham, North Carolina, the programme Unithink represents. MIDP is for mid-career professionals with at least five years of full-time work experience; students build their own elective plan in areas such as economic development, governance and global health. GRE is not required.
- Fees₹60.5 lakh a year
- To get inDegree needed (see entry)
- StartsFall
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CostFees, in your currency and in rupees
| Level | Tuition | In rupees | For |
|---|---|---|---|
| PG | USD 63,746 / year | about ₹60.5 lakh | MIDP tuition and fees 2026-27; total estimated cost of attendance $89,712 (living $25,290, books $676); F-1 proof of funds $85,923 |
| PG | USD 78,173 – USD 130,041 / programme | about ₹74.2 lakh – ₹1.23 crore | MIDP estimated total tuition and fees: 12-month $78,173, 18-month $96,893, 2-year $130,041 (assumes 4% rise in 2027) |
Rupee figures at ₹94.96 per USD (2026-10-30). Living costs: see Study in United States.
Can I get in?Entry requirements for Indian students
- After a degree (PG)
- At minimum the equivalent of a four-year bachelor's degree, plus at least five years of full-time professional work experience. A three-year Indian degree may not meet this; check with Sanford.
- IELTS
- 7.0 (preferred)
- TOEFL
- 90, or 4 for tests from 1 Jan 2026 (preferred)
- PTE
- 64 (preferred)
- DUOLINGO
- 115 (preferred)
- Tests
- GRE not required.
CoursesPopular programmes with Indian students
- Master of International Development Policy (MIDP), Traditional PathwayPG · 2 years · Intake: Fall, Spring
- MIDP, Accelerated Pathway (18 months)PG · 18 months · Intake: Fall, Spring
- MIDP, Accelerated Pathway (12 months)PG · 12 months · Intake: Fall, Spring
ApplyHow and when to apply
Route: Direct application to Duke Sanford (rolling admissions)
Application fee: $80 (waivers available)
- 5 January 2027 Fall 2027 · Fall priority; priority scholarship consideration
- 5 June 2027 Fall 2027 · Fall final, rolling subject to availability
- 5 October 2026 Spring 2027 · Spring priority (passed)
FundingScholarships
- MIDP scholarships (Sanford)Admitted MIDP students; priority for applications by the fall priority deadline
After you graduateWork after study
US F-1 Optional Practical Training: up to 12 months after study (studyinthestates.dhs.gov). STEM OPT extension applies only to STEM-designated degrees; MIDP STEM status not checked.
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