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Duke Makes 12-Month Funding Commitment to Ph.D. Students

All Duke University Ph.D. students who are in their five-year guaranteed funding period will receive 12-month stipends beginning in fall 2022, Provost Sally Kornbluth announced Thursday.

Duke Ph.D. students are guaranteed funding for their first five years of study, which includes a living stipend and fully paid health insurance. Like many peer institutions, Duke Ph.D. programs currently provide either 9- or 12-month stipends, depending on each program’s resources. Beginning with the 2022-23 academic year, all Ph.D. students in their guaranteed funding years will receive 12-month stipends, which is $31,160 for the current academic year. There are about 2,400 Ph.D. students enrolled at Duke in 54 programs across the university.

“Our Ph.D. students make vital contributions to Duke as well as to their disciplines,” Kornbluth said. “This represents Duke’s strong commitment to graduate education. It will require us to identify and sustain the necessary resources and to make what may be difficult choices around enrollment management and internal allocation of funds, but it will also ensure that Duke can continue to compete for the best students and provide the most fulfilling educational experience. These decisions will be made in close collaboration with faculty across the university.”

“This is an important move in the fulfillment of The Graduate School’s strategic plan , and we are excited that we are now able to put a firm date on making it a reality,” said Paula D. McClain, dean of The Graduate School. “While the majority of our Ph.D. students already receive year-round funding, we believe that providing 12-month stipends, at the full rate, is vital for the future of doctoral education at Duke. I am particularly grateful to the leadership of the GPSC (Graduate and Professional Student Council) for their collaboration and advocacy on behalf of all graduate students.”

The commitment to 12-month funding follows a number of other measures to expand support for Ph.D. students. In recent years, Duke has significantly increased summer research funding and created various new fellowships and internships. The university has also enhanced other benefits for Ph.D. students, such as providing sixth-year tuition scholarships, extending the length of the accommodation period after the birth or adoption of a child, increasing how much Ph.D. students can receive from stipend supplementation, and, starting in fall 2019, changing the stipend payment schedule to give incoming Ph.D. students earlier access to their funds to help with the cost of relocating to Durham.

In addition to stipends, Ph.D. students’ guaranteed funding package also includes more than $182,000 in tuition and fees support, as well as full coverage of health-insurance premiums for six years. Ph.D. students also have access to a number of other financial resources, such as subsidies for childcare costs and grants to help cover medical expenses that pose a financial hardship.

"I am thrilled that Duke is shifting to a 12-month stipend for all Ph.D.s, which has been one of GPSC’s highest priorities,” said Travis Dauwalter, a Ph.D. student in public policy and economics and president of the GPSC. “For students who are on a nine-month stipend, this new commitment will eliminate the anxiety of securing external funding over the summer, and they can turn their attention to their research and dissertation. I want to extend a huge thank-you to university leaders for recognizing the benefits this will have on the student experience here at Duke."

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The Duke Graduate School financial support page has up-to-date information on the costs to attend, and the financial support available to PhD students.

A high proportion of the Department’s graduate students receive financial support that covers tuition and fees, as well as provides a competitive stipend, in one of five forms:

• Departmental fellowships and assistantships, awarded out of the Department’s general Graduate School allocation 
• Summer funding
• Fellowships of the Graduate School
• Loans, including those available through the National Direct Student Loan (NDSL) program
• Fellowships from outside sources such as National Science Foundation (NSF), Ford, and Social Science Research Council (SSRC)

In addition, grants to assist specific aspects of graduate students’ research, training, and conference participation are generally available during the academic year and the summer, on a competitive basis, from the Graduate School and Departmental funds. The Department has a number of endowments that are used to support student research projects.

Department Fellowships/Assistantships

The most common form of support for doctoral students is the departmental fellowship or assistantship. Students receiving assistantship support are obligated to serve as a research assistant and/or teaching assistant during the semesters in which they receive support. Students pursuing only the M.A. degree are not eligible for such awards. Initial Departmental awards are normally for a term of five years, contingent on satisfactory performance.

Summer Funding

Students in good standing will receive stipend funding for five summers. The funding comes free of service obligations, so that students can use their summers for progress on independent research. The source of the funding is either through the Graduate School’s Summer Research Fellowships (SRFs) or departmental Dissertation Support Awards (DSAs).

Graduate School Fellowships

The Duke Graduate School offers a number of competitive fellowships . These fellowships can be used to free students from service obligations, to help students build relationships with related scholars around the university, and/or to provide funding beyond the fifth year in the program.

Student Loans

Loans for graduate education are available, often on favorable terms, from many state agencies through the guaranteed student loan program and under the NDSL program. Further details are available from the Graduate School .

Outside Sources of Support

The Department strongly urges all students on Departmental funding to seek outside support and provides advice on how to apply for grants from the NSF and other relevant potential sources of funding. Our philosophy is that doing so constitutes a contribution to the common good. In some cases the outside support can be used to supplement a student’s stipend, or it can be used to “buy out” department service obligations. Students should consult with the DGS about how their outside-support awards can be used.

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Duke Graduate Students Union rallies for increased graduate stipends on Labor Day

One supporter raises a "40K Now" sign at the Duke Graduate Student Union's rally on Monday, Sept. 5, 2022. The sign refers to DGSU's calls for a $40,000 stipend pay floor.

More than 100 students, staff and supporters gathered in front of the Duke Chapel Monday as the Duke Graduate Student Union called for increased stipends.

DGSU’s latest demand is for a $40,000 stipend pay floor for all graduate students. Currently, the stipend floor is around $32,000, according to Matt Thomas, DGSU co-chair and third-year Ph.D. candidate in the English department. Duke recommends 12-month stipend rates of $33,660 for the 2022-23 school year.

Classes were still in session during the rally, as Duke does not recognize Labor Day. Anita Simha, a DGSU co-chair and a fourth year Ph.D. candidate in the biology department, said the rally was deliberately held on the holiday. 

"We decided to raise some consciousness about the fact that this is a union campus," Simha told The Chronicle. "Adjunct faculty, bus drivers, housekeepers, grad students, university press—all of these groups are unionized. And we are specifically here, demanding a real raise."

José Sanchez, a first-year Ph.D. candidate in the history department, moved to North Carolina from Brooklyn two weeks ago. He had to overdraw his bank account to cover moving costs and still has not received funds from the University, he said. 

“We are employees of the University and we make this university run. Without this, the University would crumble and fall apart. We need a $40,000 floor to live. Prices are getting more and more expensive,” Sanchez said.

Erica Skerett, a graduate student in the Pratt School of Engineering, read remarks from Antonio Luster, a Duke bus driver, chair of Durham Workers Rights Commission and representative from the Amalgamated Transit Union Local 1328. 

Luster was unable to attend the event in-person because he was working, driving one of the C1 buses that periodically stopped in front of the Chapel. Bus drivers also did not have Labor Day off. 

“The solidarity, camaraderie, unity and cohesive vision that you build as union brothers and sisters is priceless. My time in the union has clearly shown me what is possible with like-minded individuals standing together for a common purpose to benefit all,” Luster wrote. 

After a few more speakers voiced their support for the new demand, event organizers led attendees in a number of chants. One went, “Hey Duke, enough is enough, you can’t shut us up with 500 bucks,” referencing DGSU’s recent petition for a $500 stipend to be delivered earlier to graduate students.

A Graduate School spokesperson previously told The Chronicle that they “definitely would have preferred sooner,” but the timeline is constrained by payroll logistics, financial compliance requirements, and a finalized list of active students.

Following demands, students will receive that money in late October and won’t have to pay a $20/night weekends and nights parking pass fee. They will still have to pay the $501 annual campus parking pass, though they can spread out payment monthly.

After the rally, Simha expressed frustration with the Graduate School’s responses to union demands.

“We’ve been getting this carrot dangled above us. The Graduate School has probably sent us four emails saying: ‘Sit tight, we’re going to figure out a plan’, and we’re saying there’s urgency behind this. We don’t need you to figure out how to give us a raise later. We need a raise now,” Simha said.

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DGSU is not recognized by Duke or certified by the National Labor Relations Board. However, it still operates as a body of united workers who are able to collectively organize around demands, such as a stipend floor. 

“As a direct-action, direct-join union, we're only as strong as our memberships,” Simha said. “When we fight for real change, we win it and that it's going to be easier to fight and win if there are more of us doing it.”

Simha also pointed to the rising cost of living in Durham as further reason for a higher stipend. 

Thomas sees an ongoing trend of graduate student union victories at other institutions of higher education. 

“It’s a big moment in general for university labor,” Thomas told The Chronicle. “All those grad unions have either gotten serious wins in the past two years, or are on the cusp of getting a serious win. We coordinate with a lot of them.”

Thomas expressed optimism about DGSU’s future, given the nationwide victories and the group’s base on campus.

“We have a broad reach across the sciences in the humanities and social sciences. This is a really diverse group of people from not just one department,” he said.

DGSU’s next steps involve a union meeting, where members will vote and discuss how to escalate the demand. 

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2024 duke english creative writing scholarship awards, april 23, 2024.

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Duke English is delighted to share the 2024 Creative Writing Scholarships honorees. Each year, Duke English faculty members nominate undergraduate students for one of the Creative Writing Scholarships based on the exceptional work they submitted in one or more of their creative writing courses. The Creative Writing Committee selects the winners of the prestigious William M. Blackburn, Francis Pemberton, and Margaret Rose Knight Sanford Scholarships. Students nominated must be eligible for financial aid to receive these scholarships.

2024 Creative Writing Scholarship Recipients:

Frances Pemberton Scholarship Awarded to a junior or senior pursuing the study of creative writing.  This scholarship was created by the Trustees of The Mary Duke Biddle Foundation in memory and in honor of Francis Pemberton's service to the Biddle Foundation.

Ryan Copeland , ‘25

Margaret Rose Knight Sanford Scholarship Awarded to a female student who demonstrates particular promise in creative writing.  This scholarship was established in recognition of the untiring efforts of Margaret Rose Knight Sanford on behalf of Duke University.

Ali Thursland , ‘24

William Blackburn Scholarship Recognizes outstanding achievement in the field of creative writing.  Established in 1962 by students and friends of Professor William Blackburn (1899-1969) who first began teaching creative writing at Duke.

Jocelyn Chin , ‘24 Sage Cooley , ‘25 Joshua Lee , ‘26 Rani Teddy , ‘26

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PhD Financial Support

PhD student tuition and 12-month stipends are  fully funded  for up to five years. As a PhD student, you'll receive a competitive package that should provide financial support (tuition, stipend, health insurance) for the majority of the time you are registered and working toward your degree. PhD students are supported in various ways, including funding from the School of Nursing, Graduate School, or other governmental and private sources. 

PhD students also play an integral part in the financial commitment. All students are expected to make a good-faith effort to obtain external fellowships at some point during their funding period and will be encouraged to pursue these opportunities. PhD students will be required to apply for summer funding from the Graduate School for summers during years 3-5. If not awarded, the School of Nursing will work with the student to find other sources of support (e.g., TA or RA ship). 

It is essential to understand that the overall PhD Program awards budget depends on a significant number of students obtaining such external support. External grants and fellowships also benefit students because they bring distinction, and competing for such awards provides students with opportunities to practice grant-writing skills that may serve them well in their future careers.

PhD Student Graduate Assistantships (RA/TA):

Beginning with the second semester of Year 1, PhD students receiving financial support from the School of Nursing are required to engage in a Graduate Assistantship in research or teaching (approximately 8 hours per week). Graduate Assistantships support the mission of the school but also enhance the student’s scholarly portfolio.

Catherine Gilliss Endowed Scholarship Award:

The Duke University School of Nursing created the Catherine Gilliss Endowed Scholarship Award as a tribute to Catherine Gilliss and her legacy of excellence as Dean of the School of Nursing from 2004 to 2014. An incoming PhD student will receive the award annually based on excellent qualifications and academic promise.

The award provides an annual $5,000 stipend supplement for two years.

J ames B. Duke Fellowship : The James B. Duke 100th Anniversary Fund provides fellowships for students who wish to pursue a program leading to the PhD in The Graduate School. Its objective is to help attract and develop outstanding scholars at Duke. Selection of recipients is made by a faculty committee upon nomination by the appropriate department. These fellowships provide a $5,000 stipend supplement for four years in addition to any other award the student receives from the department, The Graduate School, or national fellowships. This award is offered through The Graduate School. Incoming students are nominated by their department; no direct application is necessary.

Dean's Graduate Fellowship:

The Dean's Graduate Fellowships are provided to students who-- because of their background, culture, socioeconomic status, race, ethnicity, work, and life experiences-- contribute to a fuller representation of perspectives within the University's academic life. The Graduate School's commitment to promoting and benefiting from diversity leads it to encourage nominations of students who are black/African American, American Indian/Alaskan Native, and Hispanic/Latino Americans. All nominees must be U.S. citizens. 

The Dean's Graduate Fellowship will provide a 12-month stipend during the first two years of study and a $6,500 stipend supplement (depending on the student's course of study)  in the third and fourth years of study. The Dean's Graduate Fellowship will also cover partial tuition (i.e., tuition remission) and total fees for the fall, spring, and summer terms during the first two years of study and summer tuition and fees during the third and fourth summers for students receiving a summer stipend from this Fellowship. The Graduate School will provide a scholarship for the balance of the tuition. 

This award is offered through The Graduate School. Incoming students are nominated by their department; no direct application is necessary. More details are included here . 

Duke Margolis Scholars Program in Health Policy and Management:

The Margolis Scholars program is a prestigious program for Duke University students that demonstrate a strong interest in and commitment to a career in health policy and management, as well as leadership potential to improve health policy. Named in honor of Rovert Margolis, M.D., the founder of Duke-Margolis and a pioneer of innovative integrated care delivery models, the Margolis Scholars program provides promising students with the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to be the next generation of health care leaders. 

Margolis Scholars is a competitive program open to students at undergraduate and graduate levels. Selected Scholars are engaged in the program for 1-2 years, depending on their program of study.

More details are included here.  

Duke Global Health Institute (DGHI), Doctoral Scholars Program:

For current Duke doctoral students with a deep interest in global health, the Global Health Doctoral Scholars program offers the opportunity for dynamic intellectual exchange, faculty mentorship and rigorous dissertation research on a global health challenge. In collaboration with a faculty mentor, you will explore the social, economic, and cultural context of global health while conducting innovative research impacting health equity an expanding your professional skills and opportunities. 

As a Global Health Doctoral Scholar, you will receive 50% of your academic-year stipend for one year and may receive funding for a second year upon successful application for continuation. You will work closely with a DGHI faculty mentor or a mentoring team. Our world-class faculty provide research guidance an professional development opportunities designed to advance your career in global health.

More details are included here . 

Holditch-Davis PhD Student Pilot Study Award Program:

The PhD Student Pilot Study Fund was launched in 2013 to support the conduct of student research. The pilot fund was renamed the Holditch-Davis PhD Student Research Study Award in January 2022 in recognition of the generous endowment made to the Duke University School of Nursing from the Holditch-Davis family.

Calls for proposals will be sent out twice per year: Spring and Fall. Funding amounts may vary based on the cycle but typically range between $800 - $1,000.

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Embark on an educational journey in Moscow with a selection of elite schools catering to diverse needs. From the British-focused MCS, offering personalized bilingual education, to Riverside School’s immersive English environment in the picturesque Novogorsk, each institution stands out. Brookes School Moscow, part of a global network, promises quality education in a central location. Russian International School, combining Russian and British curricula, ensures holistic development. Whether it’s “Classika” emphasizing language proficiency or the innovative “Tomorrow’s School” with a unique biblical approach, Moscow’s educational landscape is rich and varied, ready to shape students for success on the global stage. Explore the options and discover the perfect fit for your child’s academic journey.

Let’s explore the top 11 schools in Moscow that meet the best criteria.

     Advantages of the school:

– Students begin learning English from an early age, not only as a subject but as the primary means of instruction and communication.

– The program offers a comprehensive international-level education starting from kindergarten.

– Qualified teachers from English-speaking countries are involved in the teaching process.

– Small class sizes (up to 14 students) allow for individualized learning.

– The school provides additional activities such as drawing, dance, ballet, football, chess, jiu-jitsu, fencing, robotics, diving, vocal training, graphic design, and animation.

– Infrastructure: Modern campuses equipped for comfortable and engaging learning. Campuses are located in Skolkovo (western Moscow near the Skolkovo innovation center), Festivalnaya (northern Moscow near Rechnoy Vokzal metro station), and a campus in St. Petersburg near the Gulf of Finland.

British International School

BIS is one of the oldest international schools in Moscow, providing high-class education and a comprehensive approach for children aged 3 to 18. Over 2000 students have graduated from the school, gaining admission to leading universities in Russia and worldwide.

The school operates two departments:

– International Department: Education follows the best traditions of British schools based on the National Curriculum of England and the pre-university IB Diploma program.

– Russian Department: Education aligns with Federal State Educational Standards. English is intensively studied, and students can choose a second foreign language (French, Spanish, German, or Chinese).

BIS holds an “Excellent” rating in every category according to the British Schools Overseas inspection.

   Features:

– International accreditations (ECIS, CIS, COBIS).

– Six schools in different areas of Moscow.

– Class sizes up to 15 students.

– Large team of qualified teachers.

– Over 25 school clubs including 3D modeling, programming, chess, ballet, mental arithmetic, martial arts, fashion design, etc.

– Comprehensive approach including school bus services, extended day programs, and psychological and speech therapy services.

   Licenses and Certificates:

– Moscow Department of Education and Science License.

– Edexcel Approved Centre Accreditation.

– Cambridge International Examinations Accreditation.

– IBO Accreditation.

– ECIS Membership Accreditation and Certificate.

– CIS Membership Accreditation and Certificate.

British School MCS

British School MCS focuses on the individual development of each student, offering a diverse range of courses and a creative atmosphere – fulfilling expectations of what parents seek from British schools. MCS provides bilingual education, skillfully combining British educational programs and Russian Federal State Educational Standards (FGOS). Graduates receive two diplomas.

   Key Features:

– Modern and high-quality education comparable to private English schools.

– Emphasis on developing critical thinking, curiosity, and increasing academic motivation through solving non-standard tasks.

– Full-day school with teaching based on individual educational routes, along with pedagogical and psychological support for each student.

– Balanced workload, collaboration of psychologists, educators, healthcare professionals, and a tailored schedule contribute to effective learning of both programs without mental exhaustion.

– Certificates such as A-levels, GCSE, and/or Cambridge CAE are awarded, granting the right to university admission in any English-speaking country.

Riverside School

Riverside School is a bilingual primary school located in the Moscow suburbs, in Novogorsk. It simultaneously follows British national and Russian educational programs. The British program includes Key Stage 1 (ages 5–7, grades 1–2) and Key Stage 2 (ages 7–12, grades 3–6). Alongside the British program, children undergo Russian primary education based on FGOS.

   Advantages:

– Full immersion in an English-language environment.

– Experienced English-speaking educators in the English department.

– Wide range of extracurricular activities: sports (swimming, tennis, football, wrestling, skiing, golf), creative workshops (drawing, dance, music, theater), intellectual development clubs (chess, robotics).

– Professional security and daily bus transportation.

– Extended school hours until 20:00 with various activities and amenities for children.

   Location:

Riverside School is situated in a nature conservation zone in the Skhodnya River valley, surrounded by over 1 hectare of forest.

Brookes School Moscow

Brookes School Moscow is an international coeducational private school founded in 2018. All subjects are taught in English, and it is part of the Brookes Education Group with schools worldwide. The institution includes a preschool section for children aged 2 and a school for children aged 6 to 7.

– Highly qualified teachers, many with advanced degrees.

– Exchange programs with schools in the USA, Canada, UK, South Korea, India.

– Healthy three-meal daily catering.

– Convenient location in one of Moscow’s best districts.

– School representatives assist with organizing accommodation in Moscow.

Russian International School (RIS)

RIS is an elite educational center offering dual programs: Russian and British national. The school features experienced educators from Russia and the UK, adhering to high standards in both Russian and British education.

   Special Features:

– Class sizes limited to 10 students.

– Additional sections and workshops: ballet, karate, artistic gymnastics, football, Chinese martial arts, theatrical studio, chess, and English clubs.

– Collaboration with British educational institutions, aiding with admissions and document processing.

– Accreditation from the British Examination Commission (Edexcel Approved Centre) to prepare students for A-levels and GCSE.

– Accreditation from Cambridge International Examinations, along with an educational license from the Russian Ministry of Education and state accreditation.

Academic Gymnasium

Academic Gymnasium offers preschool, primary, basic general, and secondary education according to the Russian educational program. It is also an ESOL center for conducting Cambridge English tests. Graduates successfully pass these tests, facilitating admission to foreign universities.

– Extensive extracurricular activities, including excursions, clubs, conferences, roundtable discussions, Olympiads, research, sports sections, and competitions.

– Options for full-time, homeschooling, part-time (external), and their combinations.

– Educational program supplemented with individual subjects from Cambridge University.

– Learning a second foreign language.

– Accreditation and license for educational activities.

– Certified Cambridge ESOL center.

European Gymnasium

European Gymnasium is one of the few international private schools in Russia using the International Baccalaureate (IB) program from grades 1 to 11. Children also follow the state educational program. In the primary school, the state program integrates with the PYP IBO approaches. From an early age, students deeply study English and begin learning a second foreign language.

– Preparation for the IB and Russian exams on individual programs.

– In-depth study of two foreign languages.

– Students in middle and high school can choose the language of instruction: English or Russian.

– Preparation for KET, PET, and FCE exams.

– Authorization for all three IB programs: PYP, MYP, DP.

– State accreditation and license.

School of Tomorrow

“School of Tomorrow” is a bilingual school based on biblical principles, using the proprietary teaching methodology created by Dr. Donald Howard. The approach involves individualized learning, allowing students to progress at their own pace.

    Features:

– Mandatory SAT and TOEFL testing for graduates.

– Authorized to conduct Stanford testing since 2004.

– Graduates easily pass the Russian Unified State Exam (EGE) and gain admission to top global universities.

– Annual “School of Tomorrow” Olympiads with participants from various countries.

    Licenses and Certificates:

– NCPSA and Accreditation International certificates.

– Fire safety declaration.

– CITA accreditation.

Marina International Private School

Marina International Private School operates based on the federal program with a focus on mastering several foreign languages. Children start learning English from the 1st grade, and from the 4th grade, they choose French, Spanish, or German. In higher grades, a third foreign language is added to the curriculum.

– Collaboration with leading universities in the country, British, Canadian, and American universities.

– Educational exchanges and trips during holidays.

– Participation and victories in Olympiads and project work competitions (including in India and California).

– Marina, together with the California Theater, stages musicals in English.

– License and accreditation for educational activities.

– CIS (Council of International Schools) membership.

– Conclusion C (unknown context).

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