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Duquesne University

#24 in Best Catholic Colleges in America
  • 4 Year
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 1,380 reviews
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    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      B+
    2. Value
      A
    3. Diversity
      B+
    4. Campus
      B
    5. Athletics
      B
    6. Party Scene
      A-
    7. Professors
      A-
    8. Location
      A+
    9. Dorms
      B-
    10. Campus Food
      C+
    11. Student Life
      A-
    12. Safety
      B
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    Duquesne is a highly rated private, Catholic university located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It is a mid-size institution with an enrollment of 5,826 undergraduate students. Admissions is somewhat competitive as the Duquesne acceptance rate is 72%. Popular majors include Nursing Science, Education, and Practice, Biology, and Marketing. Graduating 80% of students, Duquesne alumni go on to earn a starting salary of $48,700.
    About Duquesne University...
    Athletic Division
    NCAA Division I-FCS
    Athletic Conference
    Northeast Conference
    Address
    Administration Bldg 600 Forbes Ave
    Pittsburgh, PA 15282
    Website
    duq.edu
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    Duquesne University Rankings

    Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

    Admissions

    Acceptance Rate
    72%
    Application Deadline
    July 1
    SAT Range
    1120-1270
    ACT Range
    24-29
    Application Fee
    $50
    SAT/ACT
    Required
    High School GPA
    Required
    Early Decision/Early Action
    Yes

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    Cost

    Net Price
    $30,540/ year
    National
    $15,523
    Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
    Average Total Aid Awarded
    $19,545/ year
    National
    $7,535
    Students Receiving Financial Aid
    100%

    Academics

    Professors
    A-
    Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
    Student Faculty Ratio
    13:1
    Evening Degree Programs
    Yes
    80%
    of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.82 responses
    51%
    of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.116 responses
    40%
    of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.115 responses
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    Majors

    Most Popular Majors
    • Nursing Science, Education, and Practice
      263 Graduates
    • Biology
      112 Graduates
    • Marketing
      87 Graduates
    • Finance
      82 Graduates
    • Psychology
      76 Graduates
    • Logistics and Supply Chain Management
      74 Graduates
    • Early Childhood Education
      67 Graduates
    • Public Relations
      65 Graduates
    • Accounting
      62 Graduates
    • Physician Assistant
      42 Graduates

    Students

    Full-Time Enrollment
    5,826Undergrads
    Part-Time Undergrads
    116
    Undergrads Over 25
    3%
    Pell Grant
    20%
    Varsity Athletes
    8%
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
    Based on 66 responses
    Report
    • Dedicated
      29%
    • Wealthy
      24%
    • Well-rounded
      23%
    • Busy
      9%
    • Judgmental
      5%
    • Prestige
      5%
    • Stuck up
      3%

    Campus Life

    Freshmen Live On-Campus
    85%
    Poll
    49%
    of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join.138 responses
    Poll
    48%
    of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life.159 responses
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes your school?
    Based on 91 responses
    Report
    • Well-Rounded
      32%
    • Horrible
      29%
    • Dedicated Towards its Cause of Teaching Students
      13%
    • Preppy
      9%
    • Put-together
      9%
    • Judgmental
      3%
    • Close Community
      2%

    After College

    Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
    $58,500/ year
    National
    $33,028
    Graduation Rate
    80%
    National
    49%
    Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    97%
    National
    83%
    89%
    of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.61 responses
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    Duquesne University Reviews

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    Duquesne has quickly become my second home! It’s academics are amazing, the dorms are good, and the location is perfect. There are definitely cliques, which can be frustrating and it can be hard to make new friends, especially out of your major. Overall, I would not go anywhere other than Duquesne and I love everything it has brought me!
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    I have had an overall good experience at Duquesne University. The academics at Duquesne are rigorous, but attainable with hard work. The professors, advisors, and staff are always willing to help students out so they can reach their goals. While tuition is more expensive than most schools, the small class sizes help students receive individual attention. I have always felt valued at Duquesne and genuinely enjoy studying at this university. The campus is incredibly safe and welcoming, and being located in the city allows for many opportunities, both professionally and socially.
    I think Duquesne is wonderful, especially for the city it’s in. The professors have mostly been dedicated and the smaller size really makes it known that I’m valued as a person and that they want the best for me. The only drawback is typically everyone knows each other from previous schools already so distance students can feel a little left out at first. However, as long as you become social and go to some of the many extracurricular programs Duq offers, you will do great!