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Duquesne University

Pittsburgh, PA β€’ private β€’ CSS Profile β€’ STARS β€’ I | A-10 | FCS
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Overview

Institution Type
private
Campus Setting
Urban
Student Population
Undergrad: 5,836 β€’ Total: 9,212
Academic Calendar
Semester
Address
Administration Bldg 600 Forbes Ave
Pittsburgh, PA
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Website
Region
Northeast
Carnegie Classification
R2: Doctoral Universities – High Research Activity

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution
Male: 2,227 (38.2%) β€’ Female: 3,609 (61.8%)
Race/Ethnicity Distribution
Asian 201 3.4%
Black/African American 287 4.9%
Hispanic/Latino 260 4.5%
White 4,354 74.6%
Two or More Races 192 3.3%
International 173 3.0%

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate
78.9%
11,128 admitted from 14,112 applicants
Standardized Testing Policy
Sometimes Required
SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)
Reading: 590-680
Math: 570-670
Total: 1160-1350
ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)
26-31
Application Types Offered
EA RD
Application Requirements
STARS Required
Self-reported transcript system
Financial Aid Forms
CSS Profile Required
Deadlines
EA: 11/15/2025
RD: 01/15/2026

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate
75.5%
4-Year Graduation Rate
60.6%
Freshman Retention Rate
86.0%
Student-Faculty Ratio
12.8:1

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)
$66,800
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)
Tuition: $48,986
Room & Board
$16,374
Books & Supplies
$1,440
Average Net Price by Family Income (2022-23)
$0-30,000 $29,986
$30,001-48,000 $31,729
$48,001-75,000 $32,102
$75,001-110,000 $35,611
$110,001+ $41,273
Students Receiving Pell Grants
98%
Average Grant/Scholarship Aid
$35,125

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division
I
Conference
A-10
Football
FCS
Men's Sports (5)
Basketball Football (FCS) Soccer Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)
Women's Sports (10)
Basketball Bowling Lacrosse Other Sports Rowing Soccer Swimming and Diving (combined) Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Volleyball
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Common questions about Duquesne University

What is Duquesne University's acceptance rate?
Duquesne University accepts 79% of applicants, from 14,112 applications.
How much does Duquesne University cost?
Tuition and fees are $48,986. Families earning under $30,000 pay $29,986 on average after aid.
Does Duquesne University require SAT or ACT scores?
Duquesne University requires test scores from some applicants.
What ACT score do you need for Duquesne University?
The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 26 and 31 on the ACT.
What is Duquesne University's graduation rate?
76% of students graduate within six years.