Founded in 1838 as Browns Schoolhouse, renamed Trinity College in 1859, became Duke University in 1924.
Main campus in Durham, North Carolina. Gothic-style West Campus with Gothic West Campus.
Governed by Board of Trustees, led by President. Private research university.
Top-ranked private university, known for medicine, law, business, and athletics. 10,000+ students.
Known for basketball (Cameron Indoor Stadium), Greek life, and vibrant campus culture.