Students
Graduate Liberal Studies students defy categorization.
They come from all walks of life. Some have liberal arts backgrounds, while others have technical or professional degrees in the sciences, education, engineering, medicine, law, business, journalism or the arts. Many students already live in the area, while others move here from elsewhere in the United States or from abroad. They represent all ages, as well as a wide variety of cultural backgrounds and life experiences. Most are part-time students taking one course a term, but many are full-time students who complete their degree requirements at a faster pace.
This diversity of background enriches the GLS experience, because what our students share is a deep desire for intellectual challenge and personal growth. In GLS seminars, students engage with faculty and fellow students in a mutually supportive environment. Indeed, one of the best aspects of Duke's GLS program is being part of a community of students who are intellectually active and engaged. Among the enduring dividends of the program are the personal and intellectual friendships that develop along the way.