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Duquesne University
Duquesne University
PITTSBURGH, PA . 4 Year 3.6
#779 in Best Colleges in America
ADMINISTRATION BLDG 600 FORBES AVE PITTSBURGH, PA 15282

Overview

Duquesne University is a private Catholic university located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States. Founded in 1878, it is affiliated with the Congregation of the Holy Spirit and is the only such institution of higher education in the United States. The university is situated on a hill in the city center, offering 85 undergraduate programs and over 110 graduate and certificate programs across fields such as business, education, health sciences, law, music, natural and environmental sciences, nursing, and pharmacy. Duquesne emphasizes small class sizes, with a student-to-faculty ratio of approximately 13:1, and is committed to fostering critical thinking, communication skills, and a sense of social responsibility among its students. Campus life is vibrant, with students able to participate in over 280 student organizations and enjoy Pittsburgh's cultural, athletic, and professional opportunities. The university's mission is to serve society through education and to cultivate leaders with ethical and spiritual values.

Rankings

  • 53

    #53 in Best College Locations in America

  • 5

    #5 9 in Best Catholic Colleges in America

  • 59

    #59 in Best Catholic Colleges in America

  • Best College Locations in America 53 of 1,527
  • Best Catholic Colleges in America 59 of 160
  • Best Colleges for Kinesiology and Physical Therapy in America 131 of 591

Academics

  • BAcademics
  • BValue
  • BDiversity
  • BCampus
  • B+Athletics
  • BParty Scene
  • B+Professors
  • A+Location
  • CDorms
  • C+Campus Food
  • B+Student Life
  • BSafety

Majors

  • Nursing Science, Education, and Practice
    276 Graduates
  • Biology
    110 Graduates
  • Marketing
    99 Graduates
  • Accounting
    67 Graduates
  • Psychology
    65 Graduates
  • Early Childhood Education
    63 Graduates
  • Finance
    61 Graduates
  • Public Relations
    54 Graduates
  • Political Science and Government
    47 Graduates
  • Logistics and Supply Chain Management
    46 Graduates

Admissions

  • Rolling Admissions
    Application Deadline
  • 84%
    Acceptance Rate
  • $0
    Application Fee
  • Application Website
    Visit offical website
  • SAT Range
    1140-1310
  • ACT Range
    24-29
  • SAT/ACT
    Considered but not required
  • High School GPA
    Required
  • Early Decision/Early Action
    Yes

Costs

  • Average Total Aid Awarded
    $24,056
  • Students Receiving Financial Aid
    100%
  • National Average Cost
    $15,523

After College

  • Graduation Rate
    78%
  • Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    97%
  • National Average Earnings
    $33,028

Students

  • Full-Time Enrollment
    5,000 Undergrads
  • Part-Time Undergrads
    85
  • Undergrads Over 25
    3%
  • Pell Grant
    18%
  • Varsity Athletes
    9%

Campus Life

  • Student Faculty Ratio
    8:1
  • Evening Degree Programs
    Yes
  • Athletic Conference
    Northeast Conference
  • Athletic Division
    NCAA Division I-FCS

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