This page provides quick links to various Graduate School policies and forms. If there is a Graduate School policy or form you are looking for that's not here, let us know by emailing grad-web@duke.edu.

All policies are currently under review to align with policies and procedures outlined in the Collective Bargaining Agreement. 

General

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Bulletin

Admissions

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Conduct

Standards of Conduct

The standards of conduct cover expectations of all university students as well as those specific to The Graduate School.

Duke Community Standard

All faculty, staff, affiliates, and students of Duke University are expected to uphold and abide by the Duke Community Standard, a shared vision and expectation of personal and professional behavior.

Prohibited Behaviors

Describes a list of behaviors prohibited by The Graduate School and Duke University.

Judicial Code and Procedures

Describes the process by which The Graduate School addresses alleged violations of the Standards of Conduct.

Student Grievance Procedures

Outlines the separate procedures for academic and employment related concerns.

Coursework and enrollment

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Dissertations, Theses, Preliminary Exams

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Financial Support

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Graduate Program Administration

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Leave of Absence and Time off

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Teaching

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Conduct

Harassment, discrimination, sexual misconduct, and related concerns: Policies and resources

 

Responsible Conduct of Research

Policies for the Responsible Conduct of Research

Teaching

Guidelines and Best Practices for Graduate Student Teaching Assistants and Instructors

Travel

Duke Travel Registry: All graduate students traveling internationally on university-related or -sponsored activities are required to register their travel plans with the registry. Students who are traveling to a restricted region are required to register and sign the High Risk Travel Waiver/Release.