Duke Sanford graduate and professional students have access to a wide range of wellness resources designed to support their academic success, mental health, physical well-being, and overall student experience.
Whether you are seeking support during a challenging period or looking for resources to help you thrive, Sanford and Duke are committed to fostering a healthy, inclusive, and supportive environment for all students.
Wellness at Sanford
Throughout the academic year, Sanford hosts events designed to support student well-being. This includes the Mental Health Monday series, held on weekly on Mondays from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. Activities include listening groups, workshops and skill building for mindfulness practices.
Many of our events have been requested or created by students. We welcome your suggestions. Submit a wellness event idea.
Personal Wellness Sessions
Student Wellness and Engagement Coordinator Mackenzie Phelps offers free, confidential wellness sessions for Sanford students.
Meet with Mackenzie to explore:
- Stress, anxiety, depression
- University resources
- Basic needs assistance & support
- Life decisions
- Well-being
"Acclimating to grad school is a big theme for the students I work with. Also – our students are really talented and helping them see their strengths is important. I use a strength-based approach to help them see that their seat at the table is earned … sometimes it takes someone else sitting across the table from you to see it yourself and to believe it."
-Mackenzie Phelps, Student Wellness & Engagement Coordinator
Duke Wellness Resources
Student Health
Student Health is the primary source for a wide range of healthcare services, many of which are covered by the student health fee. Services include: primary care, allergy clinic, flu vaccinations, lab tests, sexual and reproductive health services, nutrition, and more.
Counseling and Psychological Services
Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) offers free mental health support like individual counseling, psychiatric services, group counseling, workshops, and referrals to community providers.
Virtual 24/7 Care
TimelyCare is a virtual platform with 24/7 support via counselors, mental health professionals, and more. The average wait time is 3 to 7 minutes. Free to students.
DukeReach
Case management services for non-emergency situations including coordination of care, referrals, and connection to community resources. Topics include sexual misconduct, physical health concern, mental health concerns, academic success, housing concerns, and accommodations.
Report a concern about a student’s health or behavior. Emergency? Contact Duke Police at (919) 684-2444 or contact the dean on call at (984) 287-0300.
DuWell
DuWell engages students through a variety of wellness experiences across campus in an effort to promote wellness, manage stress, reduce anxiety, and reduce risk.
Community Resources
The GPSG Community Food Pantry
Hours: Fridays from 2:00 to 6:00 p.m., excluding holiday breaks.
Address: Smith Warehouse, 114 S. Buchanan Blvd, Durham, N.C. 27701
Contact: gpsg.communitypantry@duke.edu
Learn more about the pantry.
Feed Every Devil
Duke students can donate their extra Food Points through a web or mobile interface to a Duke-managed Food Points pool. Students can make requests for Food Points, and upon approval, will receive a small supplement from the Food Points pool. Learn more about FED.
Housing Resources
Duke Housing and Residence Life (HRL) offers housing for Graduate and Professional Students in two locations: 300 Swift Apartments and Lancaster Commons Apartments.
- 300 Swift offers a limited number of on-campus, fully furnished two-bedroom apartments for all graduate and professional students.
- Lancaster Commons off-campus apartment complex offers unfurnished 1-, 2-, and 3-bedroom apartments. This is a subsidized off-campus apartment complex prioritized for masters level students who have demonstrated significant financial need.
To explore additional off-campus housing options, visit the Duke Off-Campus Housing site.
Emergency Tuition Financial Aid
In cases of unexpected financial hardship, enrolled Sanford master's degree students may be eligible to apply for emergency aid. Students may apply after they have exhausted all other financial possibilities. Learn more about emergency aid.
Find out more about Duke's Inclusive Excellence Principles and Guidance.