Overview
Student Population
Best Colleges Rank
| Location | Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania |
| Online | duq.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large City |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Duquesne University is a mid-size four year private college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. The school has a religious affiliation with the Roman Catholic faith. In the most recent statistical year 10,512 prospective students applied, and 8,857 were granted admission. Of those admitted 1,233 enrolled in the school. 7,935 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 365 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $43,526 plus fees of $0. Duquesne University is ranked 236 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2023 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Outcomes
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Duquesne University is rated within the top 33% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 7 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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Rankings
Rankings for Duquesne University within the 2023 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#236 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#171 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#18 in Best Colleges in Pennsylvania
#17 in Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania
#425 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#29 in Best Value Colleges in Pennsylvania
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1140/1310 |
| ACT | 24/29 |
| GPA | 3.8 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
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Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,400 |
| Other Fees | $0 |
| Room and Board | $14,144 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,200 |
| Total One Year Cost | $61,270 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 31% |
| Health Professions | 18% |
| Communication | 8% |
| Education | 8% |
| Social Sciences | 6% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=212106 IPEDS survey data for Duquesne University.
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