Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 003258
- Phone: (215) 895-2000
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
74.33%FINANCIAL AID RATE
100%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
13:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
42FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$21,205Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Duquesne University (Drexel)
3141 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA
DU, a nonprofit private institution, offers a large number of degree programs, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the campus resides in an urban setting for students to study in. The Roman Catholic affiliation at the school is an important part of the history, education and curriculum that defines the school. Approximately nine thousand students enroll at DU annually.
Areas of study available at DU include:
- Legal Professions And Studies
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Liberal Arts And Sciences
- Business And Marketing Studies
Students applying for admission are usually required to submit an application, transcripts, test scores and any requested application essays, which will then be reviewed by the admissions staff. The majority of students admitted to DU have an SAT score between 1550 - 1810, or an ACT composite score within the range of 23 - 27. 70% of those students that apply are admitted to this school, of which 29% choose to attend. More information from the admissions office can be found at duq.edu.
The cost of tuition is close to $32,000, but may change from year to year. Students are encouraged to use the school's net price calculator to better understand their personal tuition costs. On-campus housing is available for students, which costs around $5,900 annually. DU may help with costs by offering financial aid for students that are eligible in the form of scholarships, grants, and loans.
The Duquesne University Dukes participate in a number of athletic programs, overseen by the NCAA. Athletic programs offered may include:
- Basketball (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Football (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Lacrosse (NCAA Division I-AA)
Contact information, academics information, areas of study offered, and more can be viewed on school's website at http://www.duq.edu.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may give you an idea of the students Duquesne University accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Total enrollment at Duquesne University is around 9,300 students. The enrollment breakdown by academic level is 16% enrolling as graduate students and 65% as undergraduate students.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- The estimated tuition range is around $40,000-$48,000 per year
- Per unit charges are around $1,500 for part time students
Financial Aid Details
The information below lists the financial aid types students are receiving. Also shown are the percent of students receiving aid and the average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 100% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 100% | $20,979 |
Receiving Student Loans | 75% | $9,425 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Duquesne University may provide student services like those listed below:- Online course work available
- Classes offered on nights and weekends
- Remedial courses
- Counseling assistance
- Work study style employment
- Assisting students to find work
- Child care
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Clinical Psychology (Ph.D.) Program
- English Language Program
- Law Program
- Music Program
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- Occupational Therapy (OT) Program
- Pharmacy (Pharm. D.) Program
- School Psychology (Ph.D.) Program
- Speech-Language Pathology Program
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
Intercollegiate Athletics
Duquesne University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division I-FCS classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Basketball (Atlantic 10 Conference)
- Track and Field (Atlantic 10 Conference)
- Football (Northeast Conference)
- Lacrosse
- Rowing
- Soccer
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Bowling
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Duquesne University by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B, D)
- Biochemistry (B)
- Biotechnology (M)
Business and Marketing Studies
Communications and Journalism
- Communications (B, M)
- Journalism (B)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Information Technology (B, M)
- Computer Science (B)
- Web Design (B, C, M)
Education
English Language and Literature
- English (B, M)
- Rhetoric and Composition (D)
Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies
Foreign Languages and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing Science (B, D)
- Pharmacy (D)
- Physician Assistant (B, M)
- Physical Therapy (B, D, M)
- Occupational Therapy (B, D, M)
- Family Practice Nurse (C, M)
- Athletic Training (B)
- Music Therapy (B)
- Marriage and Family Therapy (M)
- Nursing Education (M)
- Healthcare Administration
- PreMed Studies
History
- History (B, M)
Interdisciplinary Studies
Legal Professions and Studies
- Law (D)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (B)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Natural Resources and Conservation
- Environmental Science (B, C, M)
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Philosophy (B, D, M)
Psychology
Public Administration and Social Services
Security and Protective Services
- Forensic Science (M)
Social Sciences
- International Relations (B)
- Political Science (B)
- Sociology (B)
- Economics (B)
Theology and Religious Vocations
- Theology (B, D, M)
- Religious and Sacred Music (M)
- Christian Counseling (M)
Visual and Performing Arts
Other 4-Year Private Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Duquesne University.
- Point Park University in Pittsburgh, PA (0.7 miles away)
- Carlow University in California, PA (1 miles away)
- Chatham University in Summerdale, PA (7 miles away)
- La Roche College in Kutztown, PA (9 miles away)
- Robert Morris University in Philadelphia, PA (12 miles away)
Also, check out our college lists below, which can help students compare schools to one another:
- Visit the main Pennsylvania colleges & universities profile page
- See all private colleges in Pennsylvania
- Compare other Pennsylvania Christian and Bible Colleges
Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 003258
- Phone: (215) 895-2000
- School Homepage