Duke Community Standard

Duke University is a community dedicated to scholarship, leadership and service and to the principles of honesty, fairness, respect and accountability. Citizens of this community commit to reflect upon and uphold these principles in all academic and nonacademic endeavors, and to protect and promote a culture of integrity.

To uphold the Duke Community Standard:

  • I will not lie, cheat, or steal in my academic endeavors
  • I will conduct myself honorably in all my endeavors
  • and I will act if the standard is compromised

Suspected violations of the Duke Community Standard will be investigated and adjudicated by the Office of Undergraduate Student Conduct.

For more information, see the Duke Community Standard website.