Duke Master of Engineering Management SOP Requirement
Duke Master of Engineering Management
Applicants could choose to apply to the MEM program Founder's program track.
Introduction to Founders Track
In just 12 months, earn a Duke master's degree while gaining business skills and entrepreneurial confidence--and launch your own venture along the way.
Led by successful tech entrepreneurs, the Founders Track in Duke's Master of Engineering Management Program will teach you to:
- Identify problems
- Develop conceptual solutions
- Build prototypes
- Develop a startup strategy
Selected graduates can also receive additional support and funding to start their companies--$5,000 seed capital.
Statement of Purpose
The Statement of Purpose should be uploaded into the online application prior to submission. Think of submitting your application as sealing and mailing an envelope: once it has been submitted, none of the documents enclosed with it can be altered, so please proofread carefully.
Your statement should answer the question, "Why do you want to study engineering management at Duke?" Think about it in two ways: why is this program the right one for you, and why are you right for this program? How will Duke help you meet your future goals?
We don't offer sample statements, and we look forward to hearing your voice in your statement. The document should be one page, single spaced, in at least a 10 point font with 1 inch margins. Your statement of purpose is your chance to show us that you can communicate effectively and succinctly.