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Duke Fuqua GMAT Requirements

📚 Additional Study ResourceThis content is not part of the original "30 Day GMAT Success" book by Brandon Wu. It has been created as a supplementary resource to help GMAT students with additional practice questions, guides, and study materials.

Quick Facts​

Median GMAT: 720 | 80% Range: 670-760 | Acceptance Rate: 22.1%

GMAT Score Requirements​

By Applicant Profile​

Your ProfileTarget GMATMinimum Viable
Over-represented (ORM)750+730
Traditional Background740720
Balanced Profile730710
Non-traditional720700
Under-represented (URM)710690

Duke Fuqua Class Profile​

  • Location: Durham, NC
  • Ranking: #11 (US News 2024)
  • Class Size: 300-400
  • International Students: 25-30%

What Duke Fuqua Values​

Beyond GMAT Score (Weight in Decision)​

  1. Work Experience (30%)
  2. Essays & Story (25%)
  3. GMAT Score (20%)
  4. Undergraduate GPA (15%)
  5. Recommendations (10%)

Program Specialties​

  • General Management
  • Leadership
  • Strategy
  • Finance

Application Strategy for Duke Fuqua​

If Your GMAT is Above 740​

  • Strong position for admission
  • Focus on cultural fit in essays
  • Likely scholarship consideration

If Your GMAT is 700 to 740​

  • Competitive but need differentiation
  • Emphasize unique experiences
  • Apply in Round 1 for best chances

If Your GMAT is Below 700​

  • Need exceptional other factors
  • Consider retaking GMAT
  • Alternative: Part-time or EMBA programs

How to Improve Your Chances​

  1. Score 720+ on the GMAT
  2. Apply Round 1 (September/October)
  3. Visit campus or attend virtual events
  4. Network with current students and alumni
  5. Craft compelling essays showing fit

Scholarship Opportunities​

  • Full ride: GMAT 770+ with strong profile
  • 50% scholarship: GMAT 750+
  • Merit aid: GMAT 730+

Application Timeline​

  • Deadline: September/October
  • Decision: December
  • Best for: All applicants

Round 2​

  • Deadline: January
  • Decision: March
  • Good for: Strong candidates

Round 3​

  • Deadline: March/April
  • Decision: May
  • Consider: Only if exceptional

Frequently Asked Questions​

What's the minimum GMAT for Duke Fuqua?​

No official minimum, but below 670 is very challenging without exceptional circumstances.

Does Duke Fuqua prefer GMAT or GRE?​

Both accepted equally, though 80% submit GMAT. Use official converter to compare scores.

Should I retake a 700 GMAT?​

Yes if you can improve 30+ points and have 8+ weeks. Otherwise, focus on essays and recommendations.

Next Steps​

  1. Assess your profile against 720 median
  2. Calculate needed score with our calculator
  3. Create study plan if retaking
  4. Research Duke Fuqua programs thoroughly

Data from Duke Fuqua official statistics and recent admission trends.