Graduate and professional students are involved in every aspect of the Chapel's mission and ministries.
Below are programs, events, and gathering opportunities we offer that welcome graduate and professional students. We invite you to join us!
Chapel Choirs
Sing with us! Students sing in all of the Chapel’s choirs. Course credit and scholarships are available.
Chapel Scholars
Among the many students who connect with the Chapel, a select group embarks on a journey of faith and learning related to questions of purpose, meaning, and calling. These students are the Chapel Scholars. Chapel Scholars form an interdenominational community of Christian students connected to the Chapel. Together, they ask and seek answers to life’s deepest questions. Through study, service, counsel, and worship, Chapel Scholars build community across traditions and are formed together in faith. The application process is open to all Duke students (undergraduate and graduate) who identify with the Christian tradition.
Interfaith campus Pilgrimages
Religious faith shapes the lives of billions of people and world events—and all of those major religions are represented at Duke. The Interfaith Campus Pilgrimages program invites graduate students to deepen their understanding of these faiths through monthly visits to sacred spaces at Duke and discussions with Religious Life leaders.
Nighttime Tower Climbs
Climbing the Chapel tower at night is a chance to bond with other students, participate in a Duke tradition, and experience an amazing view of campus and beyond. These special tower climbs are offered one night each month from 8:30 to 10:30 p.m. Physical mobility is required to climb the 239 steps. You can sign up as an individual or a friend-group.
Religious Life Groups
Duke Chapel, in partnership with Student Affairs, supports and convenes twenty-two Religious Life groups. Many of these groups have staff and affinity groups designed to care for, and connect with graduate and professional students.
PathWays fellowShip
The PathWays Fellowship is a one- to two-year-long (August 15 to May 15) residential program for students in any of Duke's graduate programs that offers opportunities for vocational exploration, mentorship, service, and formation deeply rooted in the Durham community and the Christian tradition.