Study at Duke University for a Semester or a Year as a Non-Degree Student
The Visiting International Student (VIS) Program is an opportunity for foreign-national students enrolled at universities outside the U.S. to study at Duke University for a fall semester or a full academic year. The program is designed for undergraduate students, usually in their second or third year of studies, who have a thorough knowledge of the English language.
PROGRAM CALENDAR
2025-2026
Virtual International Orientation on Zoom: August, dates to be confirmed
Early Move-in Dates: August, dates to be confirmed
In-person Orientation Activities: August, dates to be confirmed
Start of Fall Semester Classes: August 25, 2025
End of exams (fall semester): December 15, 2025
Start of spring semester classes: January 7, 2026
End of exams (spring semester): May 2, 2026
Move-out date for non-graduating undergraduates: May 3, 2026
