Purpose

Ph.D. students may apply to receive a master's degree in another discipline or department within The Graduate School.

Process

Students actively enrolled in a Ph.D. program within The Graduate School (TGS) of Duke University can pursue one master’s degree en route to the Ph.D. without being charged for an additional 30 units of graduate credit.

Access the Forms

Forms, part 1 and 2

i. Primary Contact: gradacademics@duke.edu

ii. Last reviewed: June 12, 2025