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The University Scholars Program for Undergraduates Undergraduate University Scholars Yeney Hernandez; Spencer Eldred, and Lisa Ma, Full Scholarship for Tuition, Room, Board, and Fees Each undergraduate is awarded a University Scholarship providing full-tuition as well as housing, board, and mandatory fees for four years Summer Enrichment Program Undergraduate University Scholars may receive support for an intensive internship, research experience, or a summer abroad valued at up to $7000. Study Abroad Scholars may study abroad through an approved program for one or two semesters. Scholarship funding is transferrable. Interdisciplinarity--Both Curricular and Extracurricular Students can decide how they wish to pursue interdisciplinary interests.  Some may design their own curriculum through Duke's Program II; others may pursue double majors or certificate programs. Students also explore interdisciplinary approaches to knowledge through USP seminars and annual symposia. More details More detailed information is available on the USP website's Undergraduate Page.

The University Scholars Program for Graduate and Professional School Students Graduate University Scholars Stephen Spiller, Business; Arietta Fleming-Davies, Biology; Audrey Ellerbee, Biomedical Engineering; and Jonathan Bird, History Financial Support Graduate and professional school University Scholars will receive the equivalent of one year's tuition as calculated by the Graduate and Professional Schools. Conference Funding Graduate and professional school University Scholars may apply for funding to support a presentation at an interdisciplinary conference or a conference outside of their primary discipline. Graduate Mentor Awards After the first year, graduate and professional school University Scholars may apply to be Graduate Mentors, receiving a generous fellowship and the opportunity to substantially shape the program's development. Continuing Intellectual Support Graduate and professional school students remain University Scholars throughout their tenure at Duke, collaborating with students in other disciplines and mentoring undergraduate University Scholars to help encourage interdisciplinary thinking. More details More information is available on the USP website's Graduate and Professional School Page.

The John Hope Franklin Center for Interdisciplinary and International Studies.

Named for the prominent African American historian and Duke Professor Emeritus, Dr. John Hope Franklin, the Franklin Center is home to a number of interdisciplinary programs, including the University Scholars Program, and serves as the base for many of our seminars during the year.

The John Hope Franklin Center for Interdisciplinary and International Studies