PhD Student Outcomes
Launch into a High-Impact Career
Let’s be frank—the hardest part of earning a PhD just might be figuring out what to do with it. We know more than 70 percent of our incoming PhD students each year aren’t sure.
At Duke, we’re with you on that journey of discernment. We provide supportive tools and experiences to shine a light on career paths you haven’t yet considered. Through 1:1 job coaching and a unique three-year exploration program we call PhD Plus, our graduates calibrate their compass.
Whether that compass points toward tech startups or standbys, academic appointments, or medicine, the law or public policy, our graduates launch into careers that mean something to themselves—and the world.
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Research Support for Your Doctoral Journey
The Duke Libraries offer dedicated support for doctoral students in engineering and science. Our specialist in these fields is here to guide you through the complexities of research, from accessing advanced resources to navigating the latest tools. Lean on their expertise to enhance your research journey at Duke.
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