See what students say:

Academics

At Duquesne, a private Catholic university in Pittsburgh, students are “thoughtful, dedicated to success, morally and spiritually driven, diverse, and are not only interested in serving our community within the Pittsburgh region, but strive to make a difference in areas around the globe.” There is “an unspoken respect between students that promotes unity and success throughout the campus.” The school is “very focused on providing a friendly yet professional, scholarly Catholic education” and “serving students by serving [G]od is the [school’s] motto,” though other faiths are welcome, too. Students say that their school is “all about growth of the student through mind, body, and spirit—the whole person, you are not just a number.” With small class sizes, “it’s easy to get to know the professor one-on-one and it’s easier to become close to other students because you see them so frequently.” While professors receive mixed reviews, most “are very thorough in their teaching and pride themselves in their work” and are “passionate and helpful.” Duquesne “wants students to be successful” and does everything it can “to make [students into] the best teachers, nurses, lawyer, musicians, etc. that we can be. They give us an immense amount of resources on campus and throughout the community and city of Pittsburgh to excel in our careers.”

Student Body

“The majority of students at Duquesne are white upper middle class” and the “style of Duquesne is very preppy.” “Everyone is very courteous and polite,” though some students say it’s “not the most diverse place.” Others counter that “Duquesne has a wide variety of students from many backgrounds that mesh well into a studious and fun student body. All students bring something valuable to the campus.” Underscoring the sense of community here, “the student body at Duquesne is a warm and welcoming group of people, highlighting its Catholic-style approach to education.” Most students seem to agree that their “peers at Duquesne University are thoughtful, dedicated to success, morally and spiritually-driven, diverse, and are not only interested in serving our community within the Pittsburgh region, but strive to make a difference in areas around the globe.”

Campus Life

With Duquesne University situated “[in] the heart of the city of Pittsburgh, the only thing that limits what you can do is winter weather and your course load.” The nearby South Side area of downtown Pittsburgh is “a great place to go on the weekends.” For sports enthusiasts, the PPG Paints Arena “is a block from campus for hockey games, and for baseball and football fans, both the Steelers and Pirates stadiums are easy to get to as well.” “We have a loop bus on the weekend that will take us to other areas of the city.” On campus, “the university provides a plethora of fun activities for students to do in their down time, and our hundreds of student organizations and athletic teams allow students to get involved in the school when they are not busy studying or socializing.” Though there are no Greek houses on campus, Greek life is an integral part of the social scene. While roughly a quarter of the student body is affiliated with a frat or sorority, students admit that it can feel like “Duquesne University consists mainly of Greek life or athletes.” “Duquesne also features a solid intramural sports program” and “lots of students enjoy intramural sports on campus.”

Overview

Applicants
7,336
Acceptance Rate
72%
Average HS GPA
3.73

GPA Breakdown

52%
Over 3.75
18%
3.50 - 3.74
14%
3.25 - 3.49
9%
3.00 - 3.24
6%
2.50 - 2.99
1%
2.00 - 2.49

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Test Scores

SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing
25th-75th percentile
(enrolled students)
570 - 640
SAT Math
25th-75th percentile
(enrolled students)
550 - 630
ACT Composite
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
24 - 29

Testing Policies

Yes
Yes
ACT Writing Policy
ACT with or without Writing accepted
SAT Essay Policy
SAT with or without Writing accepted

Deadlines

Early Decision — November 1

Early Action — December 1

Regular — July 1

Other Admission Factors

Academic
Rigor of Secondary School Record
Academic GPA

Selectivity Rating

83/99

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Faculty and Class Information

Student/Faculty
14:1
Total Faculty
974
with Terminal Degree
514
Women
460
Men
76
Minority
35
International
Most frequent class size
20 - 29
Most frequent lab / sub section size
20 - 29
79/99
81/99

Graduation Rates

Graduate in 4 years
68%
Graduate in 5 years
78%
Graduate in 6 years
79%

Majors

  • AREA, ETHNIC, CULTURAL, GENDER, AND GROUP STUDIES.

  • Women's Studies.

  • BIOLOGICAL AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES.

  • Biochemistry.
  • Biology/Biological Sciences, General.

  • BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES.

  • Accounting.
  • Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other.
  • Business/Corporate Communications.
  • Business/Managerial Economics.
  • Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies.
  • Finance, General.
  • International Business/Trade/Commerce.
  • Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management.
  • Management Science.
  • Marketing, Other.
  • Marketing/Marketing Management, General.
  • Non-Profit/Public/Organizational Management.
  • Organizational Leadership.

  • COMMUNICATION, JOURNALISM, AND RELATED PROGRAMS.

  • Journalism.
  • Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication, Other
  • Speech Communication and Rhetoric.
  • Sports Communication.

  • COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES AND SUPPORT SERVICES.

  • Computer Science.
  • Computer Software and Media Applications, Other.
  • Information Technology.
  • Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design.

  • EDUCATION.

  • Biology Teacher Education.
  • Chemistry Teacher Education.
  • Early Childhood Education and Teaching.
  • Education, General.
  • English/Language Arts Teacher Education.
  • Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching.
  • Latin Teacher Education.
  • Mathematics Teacher Education.
  • Music Teacher Education.
  • Physics Teacher Education.
  • Social Studies Teacher Education.

  • ENGINEERING.

  • Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering.

  • ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE/LETTERS.

  • English Language and Literature, General.
  • Rhetoric and Composition.

  • FOREIGN LANGUAGES, LITERATURES, AND LINGUISTICS.

  • Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics.
  • Foreign Languages and Literatures, General.
  • Latin Language and Literature.
  • Spanish Language and Literature.

  • HEALTH PROFESSIONS AND RELATED PROGRAMS.

  • Athletic Training/Trainer.
  • Health Information/Medical Records Administration/Administrator.
  • Health/Medical Preparatory Programs, Other.
  • Music Therapy/Therapist.
  • Nursing Science.
  • Occupational Therapy/Therapist.
  • Pharmaceutical Sciences.
  • Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration, Other.
  • Pharmacy.
  • Physical Therapy/Therapist.
  • Physician Assistant.
  • Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist.

  • HISTORY.

  • History, General.

  • HOMELAND SECURITY, LAW ENFORCEMENT, FIREFIGHTING AND RELATED PROTECTIVE SERVICES.

  • Forensic Science and Technology.

  • LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES, GENERAL STUDIES AND HUMANITIES.

  • Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other.
  • Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies.

  • MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS.

  • Mathematics, General.

  • MULTI/INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES.

  • Behavioral Sciences.

  • NATURAL RESOURCES AND CONSERVATION.

  • Environmental Science.

  • PHILOSOPHY AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES.

  • Philosophy.

  • PHYSICAL SCIENCES.

  • Chemistry, General.
  • Chemistry, Other.
  • Physics, General.

  • PSYCHOLOGY.

  • Psychology, General.

  • SOCIAL SCIENCES.

  • Economics, General.
  • International Relations and Affairs.
  • International Relations and National Security Studies, Other.
  • Political Science and Government, General.
  • Sociology.

  • THEOLOGY AND RELIGIOUS VOCATIONS.

  • Theology/Theological Studies.

  • VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS.

  • Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General.
  • Music Performance, General.
  • Music, General.
  • Music, Other.

Degrees

Bachelor's
Doctoral/Professional
Doctoral/Research
Master's
Post-Bachelor's certificate
Post-Master's certificate

Career Services

On-Campus Job Interviews Available
Yes
Career Services
Alumni Network
Alumni Services
Classes
Interest Inventory
Internships
Regional Alumni
Opportunities at School
Experiential
Internship

Notable Faculty

Prominent Alumni

Alan Braverman
Executive Vice President & General Counsel, The Walt Disney Co.
Frank Coyne
Chairman, Verisk Analytics
Gen. Michael Hayden
Former Director of the CIA
Len Komoroski
CEO, Cleveland Cavaliers
Arthur Rooney
President, Pittsburgh Steelers
Gretchen Smarto
CFO, FedEx Ground
Bishop David Zubik
Bishop, Roman Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh.

Academic Rating

77/99

Graduation Rates

Graduate in 4 years
68%
Graduate in 5 years
78%
Graduate in 6 years
79%

Career Services

On-Campus Job Interviews Available
Yes
Career Services
Alumni Network
Alumni Services
Classes
Interest Inventory
Internships
Regional Alumni
Opportunities at School
Experiential
Internship

ROI & Outcomes

Dates

Application Deadlines
Notification Date
Feb 1

Required Forms

FAFSA
School

Financial Aid Statistics

Average Freshman Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$22,873
Average Undergraduate Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$21,218
Average Need-Based Loan
$4,628
Undergraduates who have borrowed through any loan program
61%
Average amount of loan debt per graduate
$43,637
Average amount of each freshman scholarship/grant package
$20,292
Financial aid provided to international students
Yes

Expenses per Academic Year

Tuition
$38,178
Required Fees
Average Cost for Books and Supplies
$1,400
Tuition / Fees Vary by Year of Study
No
Board for Commuters
$1,500
Transportation for Commuters
$1,200
On-Campus Room and Board
$12,586
Comprehensive Fee

Available Aid

Financial Aid Methodology
Federal
Scholarships and Grants

Need-Based
 

Need-Based College/University Scholarship or Grant Aid from Institutional Funds
Need-Based Federal Pell
Need-Based Private Scholarships
Need-Based SEOG
Need-Based State Scholarships
Need-Based United Negro College Fund

Non-Need-Based
Institutional non-need-based scholarship or grant aid is available
Federal Direct Student Loan Programs
Direct PLUS Loans
Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Federal Family Education Loan Programs (FFEL)
Federal Nursing Loans
Federal Perkins Loans
Is Institutional Employment Available (other than Federal Work Study)
Yes
Direct Lender
No

Financial Aid Rating

81/99

Overall

Student Body Profile

Total Undergraduate Enrollment
5,942
Foreign Countries Represented
48

Demographics

3.14%
Asian
5.33%
African-American
3.51%
Hispanic
80.34%
Caucasian
1.10%
Unknown
3.52%
International
64% female
36% male
28% are out of state
98% are full time
2% are part time

Overview

Campus Life

Undergrads living on campus
60%
Help finding off-campus housing
Yes
89/99
First-Year Students living on campus
95%
Campus Environment
Large Urban
98/99

Housing Options

Apartment Married
Apartment Single
Disabled Student
Dorms Coed
Dorms Female
Dorms Male
Frat Sorority
Other
Wellness Housing

Special Needs Admissions

Program / Service Name
Office of Disability Services
Type of Program
For all students with disabilities
Director
Adam Wasilko
College Entrance Tests Required
Yes
Interview Required
No

Special Need Services Offered

Calculator allowed in exams
No
Dictionary allowed in exams
No
Computer allowed in exams
Yes
Spellchecker allowed in exams
Yes
Extended test time
Yes
Scribes
Yes
Proctors
Yes
Oral exams
No
Notetakers
Yes
Distraction-free environment
Yes
Accommodation for students with ADHD
Yes
Reading machine
Yes
Other assistive technology
Yes

Student Activities

Registered Student Organizations
250
Number of Honor Societies
21
Number of Social Sororities
Number of Religious Organizations
12
17% join a fraternity
24% join a sorority

Sports

Athletic Division
Division I
67% participate in intramural sports
7% participate in intercollegiate sports
Men's Sports (Dukes)
6 Sports

Basketball
Cross Country
Football
Soccer
Tennis
Track Field Outdoor
Women's Sports (Dukes)
12 Sports

Basketball
Bowling
Crew Rowing
Cross Country
Diving
Lacrosse
Soccer
Swimming
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball

Student Services

Day Care
Health
LGBT Support Groups
Minority Support Groups: Office of Diversity & Inclusion http://duq.edu/life-at-duquesne/student-services/diversity-and-inclusion
Army ROTC Offered on-campus
Navy ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: Carnegie Mellon University
Air Force ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: University of Pittsburgh

Sustainability

82/99
School Has Formal Sustainability Committee
Yes
Sustainability-focused degree available
Yes
School employs a sustainability officer
Yes
Public GHG inventory plan
No
% food budget spent on local/organic food
28%
Available Transportation Alternatives

Bike Share
No
Car Sharing Program
Yes
Carpool/Vanpool Matching Program
No
Condensed Work Week Option For Employees
No
Free Or Reduced Price Transit Passes And/Or Free Campus Shuttle
No
Incentives Or Programs To Encourage Employees To Live Close To Campus
No
Indoor And Secure Bike Storage, Shower Facilities, And Lockers For Bicycle Commuters
No
Reduced Parking Fees For Car And Van Poolers
No
School Adopted A Policy Prohibiting Idling
No
School Developed Bicycle Plan
No
School Offers A Telecommute Program For Employees
Yes

Campus Security Report

Campus Security Report

The Jeanne Clery Act requires colleges and universities to disclose their security policies, keep a public crime log, publish an annual crime report and provide timely warnings to students and campus employees about a crime posing an immediate or ongoing threat to students and campus employees.

Please visit The Princeton Review’s page on campus safety for additional resources: http://www.princetonreview.com/safety

The Princeton Review publishes links directly to each school's Campus Security Reports where available. Applicants can also access all school-specific campus safety information using the Campus Safety and Security Data Analysis Cutting Tool provided by the Office of Postsecondary Education of the U.S. Department of Education: http://ope.ed.gov/security

Other Information

Campus-wide Internet Network
Yes
% of Classrooms with Wireless Internet
100
Fee for Network Use
No
Partnerships with Technology Companies
Yes
Personal computer included in tuition for each student
No
Discounts Available with Hardware Vendors
Yes
Description
Computer reseller channel with multiple vendors.

Campus Visits Contact

Contact
Robbyn Snyder
Scheduling Administrator
Address
Office of Admissions
600 Forbes Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15282
Phone
412-396-6222
Email
admissions@duq.edu

Experience College Life

Most Popular Places On Campus
Genesius Theater
Power Center
Starbucks
The Red Ring
Academic Walk
Genesius Theater ? This new black-box style theater will host many musical and theatrical performances, as well as a space for production classes. Power Center ? a state-of-the-art recreation and fitness facility that also houses a Barnes and Noble bookstore and a Freshens frozen yogurt, smoothie and crepe cafe. Starbucks ? a popular coffeehouse located in the Union and in the Barnes and Noble Bookstore. The Red Ring ? a full service restaurant/bar with weekly entertainment. Academic Walk ? main walkway through campus where many activities are held and students congregate. The Nite Spot ? located on the first floor of the Duquesne Union, this newly renovated venue offers late night activities, a TV lounge, and pool and ping-pong tables. Center for Career Development - This newly constructed and renamed Center, now located on the top floor of the Duquesne Union, features a large, open and welcoming reception and career resource area, an enhanced Interview Suite and conference room.
Most Popular Places Off Campus
The South Side
Oakland
North Shore
Downtown
Station Square
The South Side ? a short walk from campus, offers the City Theatre, unique shops, art galleries, restaurants, entertainment venues, and a movie theatre. Oakland ? The Carnegie Museums and Library, Cathedral Nationality Rooms, and a diverse array of multicultural restaurants. North Shore ? Heinz Field, PNC Park, Andy Warhol Museum, Carnegie Science Center, Stage AE concert venue and many restaurants. Downtown ? Heinz Hall, Benedum Center, Cultural District, PPG Paints Arena, Market Square, and many shops and restaurants Station Square ? a river front entertainment complex featuring restaurants, shopping, Monongahela Incline and the Gateway Clipper Riverboat Fleet.

Campus Tours

Campus Visiting Center
Monday - Friday
8:30 - 4:30
412-396-6222
Campus Tours
Appointment Required: Yes
Dates: Year-round
Times: Varies
Average Length: 1 hour

On Campus Interview

Campus Interviews
Yes
Information Sessions
Available
Times
Selected dates throughout the yr. Refer to website

Faculty and Coach Visits

Dates/Times Available
Year-round
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
Advance Notice
2 weeks
Contact Email Address for Visit
admissions@duq.edu

Class Visits

Dates/Times Available
Academic Year
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office

Overnight Dorm Stays

Overnight Dorm Stays
Not Available

Transportation

Types of Transportation Available to Campus
Pittsburgh International Airport, ranked as one of the nation?s busiest and best, is about 30 minutes from downtown Pittsburgh. All major car rental agencies are represented. Cab service, Uber and Lyft from the airport into Pittsburgh is approximately $40. Duquesne is a 10-15 minute walk or a $4 - $5 cab ride from major downtown hotels. Amtrak provides train service to major cities and the nation. The station is located in downtown Pittsburgh at 1100 Liberty Avenue. Bus service to Pittsburgh is available through Greyhound. The station is at 55 11th St, close to Duquesne.
Driving Instructions to Campus
Please visit http://www.duq.edu/about/campus/map-and-directions Scroll down to the second map and click on ?Directions?.
Local Accommodations
The following are hotels in the Pittsburgh area: Marriott Pittsburgh City Center* 112 Washington Place Pittsburgh, PA 15219 (412).471.4000 5 minute walk to campus Cambria Suites Downtown Pittsburgh @ PPG Paints Arena* 1320 Centre Ave Pittsburgh, PA 15219 (412).381.6687 5 minute walk to campus Omni William Penn* 530 William Penn Place Pittsburgh, PA 15219 (412).281.7100 10 minute walk to campus Doubletree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Pittsburgh Downtown* One Bigelow Square Pittsburgh, PA 15219 (412).281.5800 or 800.222.8733 10 minute walk to campus Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh Downtown* 250 Forbes Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15222 412.281.5557 10 minute walk Fairmont Pittsburgh 510 Market St. Pittsburgh, PA 15222 800.441.1414 10 minute walk to campus The Westin Pittsburgh Convention Center 1000 Penn Ave Pittsburgh, PA 15222 (412).281.3700 15 minute walk to campus Courtyard by Marriott* 945 Penn Ave Pittsburgh, PA 15222 (412).434.5551 or 800.321.2211 20 minute walk to campus Holiday Inn Express South Side* 20 South Tenth St Pittsburgh, PA 15203 (412).488.1130 or 1.800.HOLIDAY ½ mile drive to campus, free shuttle bus HYATT House Pittsburgh South Side* 2795 South Water St Pittsburgh, PA 15203 412.390.2477 ½ mile drive to campus Homewood Suites by Hilton Pittsburgh Downtown* 1410 Smallman Street Pittsburgh, PA 15222 412.232.0200 Short Drive Sheraton Station Square (Pittsburgh) 7 Station Square Dr Pittsburgh, PA 15219 (412).261.2000 Short drive Courtyard by Marriott-Pittsburgh Waterfront Shopping District 15 minute drive Quality Inn University Center (Oakland) Wyndam Pittsburgh University Center (Oakland) Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place (Oakland) La Quinta Inn & Suites (McKnight Road) *Hotels with an asterisk offer preferred rates for Duquesne visitors, including conference attendees, prospective students, families of current students, or alumni attending special campus events. Rates are based on availability and may not always be offered. Please contact the hotels for current rates.


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