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"Education, when conducted along sane and practical, as opposed to dogmatic and theoretical, lines, is, next to religion, the greatest civilizing influence." - James B. Duke

Higher Education : Overview

Expanding opportunities to research, learn, innovate and achieve.

Through its work in Higher Education, The Duke Endowment accomplishes lasting change by investing in innovative approaches and proven programs that strengthen Davidson College, Duke University, Furman University and Johnson C. Smith University. For more information, see our Higher Education overview.

We work through these four select colleges and universities to advance the pursuit of educational excellence, develop initiatives and programs to benefit local communities, and promote collaboration and innovation among faculty and students.

Learn more about applying for grants and eligibility criteria.