72%

Acceptance Rate

$20,979

Avg.Financial Aid

003258

FAFSA Code

Duquesne University

  • Type Control of Institution - Public/Private

    Private, Not-For-Profit

  • Acceptance Rate:

    N/A

  • Level

    4 Years

  • Religious Affiliation Indicates religious affiliation (denomination) for private not-for-profit institutions that are religiously affiliated.

    Roman Catholic

  • Accreditation Accreditation is the process by which the quality of learning at various educational institutions are evaluated. Read More.

    MSCHE

  • Website

    www.duq.edu
  • Student Population Number of Students attending College

    9,274

  • On Campus Housing Does the institution provide on-campus housing?

    Yes

Saybrook University is one of the most prominent private not-for-profit institutions in the USA originally established in the year 1971. The university expanded rapidly over the last 49 years and is now has its campus in Pasadena, CA, just outside of downtown Los Angeles.

The educational mission of Saybrook University is to provide rigorous graduate education that inspires transformational change in individuals, organizations, and communities, toward a just, humane, and sustainable world.

It approaches education with a belief in the inherent interconnectedness of all things. The university prepares students, personally and professionally, for future leadership roles in an international setting.  Through its programs, it provides students with the competencies they need for professional careers as well as for further academic study. The college strives to provide the students with a career-focused education.

Duquesne University which is a private, Roman Catholic university, is located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In addition to over 5,942 undergraduate students, DU also boasts of over 3248 students in its postgraduate courses, taking the total enrollment to over 9,190. The school has a total of 706 academic staff. These faculty teach different courses to the students. Around 64% of the students are females and 36% are males. Notably, Duquesne University is also home to an ethnically diverse student population. At DU around 81% are white, 5% are Black or African American, and 4% belong to Hispanic ethnicity. Moreover, around 97% of the students are 24 and under. The college has produced several achievers in its many years of existence and some of the notable alumni are Jenna Morasca (Wrestler, Model), Zola Levitt (Televangelist), Mike James (Basketball player), and William R. Spivey (Businessperson). The school believes in the all-round growth of the students and therefore, encourages students to take part in several sporting activities, conducted inside the campus. Further, it boasts of a decent sports infrastructure. DU offers a total of 300 undergraduate and graduate programs, including both residential and online. The university also has a long list of accreditations. It has been accredited by AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business), ABA (American Bar Association), ACPE (American Council on Pharmaceutical Education), and ACS American Chemical Society.

Location & Contact

Email:

N/A

Address

Administration Bldg 600 Forbes Ave

Rankings

The ranking of a particular university helps a student decide where to apply, which is always a tough decision. The ranking of universities by Forbes is done keeping in mind common metrics like acceptance rate, endowment, benefits, and SAT scores, among others. Moreover, Forbes has placed Duquesne University at the 294th position among other national universities.

Admissions

  • Application Deadline Deadline for application submissions. Please contact the school for more details.

    1st Jul

  • Acceptance Rate Percentage of applicants who are accepted in an Institution.

    72%

  • SAT Range

    1130 - 1290

  • SAT/ACT

    Required

  • ACT Range

    24 - 29

  • High School GPA

    Required

  • Application Fee

    $50

  • Accept Common App

    None

Though the varsity takes in only a few number of students, and the admission to DU is easy. The admission process starts by filling up the form and submitting a fee of $50. The SAT score in the range of 1130-1300 would boost a student's chances of securing admission. Notably, students securing ACT score less than 23 might also given admission but the average ACT score at Duquesne University is 25. The candidates can apply for the courses online. However, in case they need information or want to feel the vibes, they visit the school's office at Administration Bldg 600 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15282. They can also call them at (412) 396-6000.

Annual Cost to Attend

  • Net Price Cost of attendance minus any grants and scholarships received.

    $30,710

  • Average Annual Cost

    $38,178

Additional Costs:

  • Books And Supplies

    $1,400

  • Other Fees

    $N/A

  • Room And Board The charges for an academic year for ooming accommodations and meals for a typical student.

    $12,586

  • Budget For Other Expenses

    $2,200

Total One Year Cost

$54,364

The next two things to keep in mind before applying to DU are the tuition fees and the cost of living during the course tenure. The total one-year cost on a full-time basis would be somewhere around $56,680. This cost includes the average annual tuition cost ($39,992), books and supplies ($1,400), room and boarding ($13,088), and budget for other expenses ($2,200). If it sounds unaffordable to the applicant, there are numerous financial aid options available that they can explore.

Academics

Highest Degree Offered The highest degree offered by the Institution.

NA

Student:Faculty Ratio

13:1

Full-Time Retention Rate Percent of the that re-enrolled at the institution as either full- or part-time in the current year.

84%

Part-Time Retention Rate Percent of the that re-enrolled at the institution as either full- or part-time in the current year.

100%

Academic Calendar

Semester

Research Funding per Student

$1,869

Faculty Overview

49%

Male Professors

51%

Female Professors

Non-traditional Learning

Evening Degree Programs

Teacher Certification

Distance Education

Study Abroad

Majors

Most Popular Majors:

  • Registered Nursing, Administration,...

    263 Graduates

  • Biology, General

    112 Graduates

  • Business Administration, Management...

    91 Graduates

  • Marketing

    87 Graduates

  • Finance and Financial Management Se...

    82 Graduates

  • Teacher Education and Professional...

    79 Graduates

  • Psychology, General

    76 Graduates

  • Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Prof...

    68 Graduates

  • Finance and Financial Management Se...

    82 Graduates

  • Teacher Education and Professional...

    79 Graduates

  • Psychology, General

    76 Graduates

  • Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Prof...

    68 Graduates

  • Public Relations, Advertising, and...

    65 Graduates

  • Accounting and Related Services

    62 Graduates

  • Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervent...

    55 Graduates

  • Teacher Education and Professional...

    46 Graduates

  • Computer and Information Sciences,...

    40 Graduates

  • International Relations and Nationa...

    36 Graduates

  • English Language and Literature, Ge...

    33 Graduates

  • Music

    33 Graduates

  • Management Sciences and Quantitativ...

    31 Graduates

  • Communication Disorders Sciences an...

    30 Graduates

  • Political Science and Government

    30 Graduates

  • History

    29 Graduates

  • Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecu...

    27 Graduates

  • Computer Software and Media Applica...

    27 Graduates

  • Journalism

    27 Graduates

  • Health and Medical Administrative S...

    23 Graduates

  • Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences,...

    21 Graduates

  • Sociology

    18 Graduates

  • Computer Science

    15 Graduates

  • Mathematics

    13 Graduates

  • Business/Commerce, General

    12 Graduates

  • Communication and Media Studies

    12 Graduates

  • Philosophy

    12 Graduates

  • Business/Corporate Communications

    11 Graduates

  • Business/Managerial Economics

    10 Graduates

  • Entrepreneurial and Small Business...

    10 Graduates

  • Health/Medical Preparatory Programs

    10 Graduates

  • International Business

    10 Graduates

  • Natural Resources Conservation and...

    10 Graduates

  • Classics and Classical Languages, L...

    9 Graduates

  • Liberal Arts and Sciences, General...

    9 Graduates

  • Chemistry

    8 Graduates

  • Physics

    8 Graduates

  • Economics

    7 Graduates

  • Education, General

    5 Graduates

  • Business, Management, Marketing, an...

    4 Graduates

  • Theological and Ministerial Studies

    4 Graduates

  • Behavioral Sciences

    3 Graduates

  • Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft

    2 Graduates

  • Romance Languages, Literatures, and...

    2 Graduates

  • Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender,...

    1 Graduates

  • Fine and Studio Arts

    1 Graduates

  • Linguistic, Comparative, and Relate...

    1 Graduates

  • Rhetoric and Composition/Writing St...

    1 Graduates

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Student Body

Undergraduate Students

6,013

Socio-Economic Diversity Percent of full-time, first-time students receiving an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.

19%

Full-time / Part-time

98% / 2%

Students Gender

Male

36%

US National: 44%

Female

64%

US National: 56%

LGBTQIA STUDENT RESOURCE GROUPS

ON CAMPUS WOMEN'S CENTER

Race/Ethnicity

White

81%

Unknown

1%

Black

5%

Hispanic

4%

Two or more races

3%

Non Resident alien

3%

Asian

3%

American Indian/Alaska native

0%

Native Hawaiians/Pacific islander

0%

Geographic Density

Geographic Density

High

0%

Unknown Location

27%

Out Of State

72%

In State

1%

Foreign

Economic Diversity

36% percentage of students who recieved an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.

Median Household Income

$61,275 per year

Campus Life

Housing

The students can reside on campus and 85% of Freshman Live On-Campus.

On Campus Housing Available

Yes

Freshmen Required to Live on Campus

No

Freshmen Live on Campus

85%

Undergrads in College Housing

57%

Averege Housing Cost

$6,918/year

Campus Food

The institution has several dining and meal plan options available to students and the average meal plan cost is around $5,668/year.

Meal Plan Available

Yes

Average Meal Plan Available

$5,668/year

Athletes

Division Sports Nickname

Duke

School Colors

red and blue

Varsity Athletics Association

NCAA

Varsity Athletics Conference Primary

Northeast Conference

Total Male Athletes

204

Total Female Athletes

324

Intramural Sports

14

Sports Club

2

Sports Team (Men)

Basketball

Football

Soccer

Tennis

Track and Field

Sports Team (Women)

Basketball

Bowling

Cross Country

Crew-Rowing

Golf

Lacrosse

Soccer

Softball

Swimming and Diving

Tennis

Volleyball

Campus Security

The university offers on-campus housing facilities to the students who wish to stay on the campus. The normal expense for on-campus housing is $13,088 per year. The average meal plan at DU costs around $5,668 a year. Notably, students at the varsity get to choose from various dining and meal plan options as well. To ensure the safety and security of students, the university has a number of campus safety and security measures in place. Some of these features include 24-hr security patrol, campus emergency phones, 24-hr escort safety rides and mobile campus emergency alert. There are around 36% male and 64% female students enrolled at the university.

24-Hour Security Patrol

Campus Emergency Phones

24-Hour Escort Safety rides

Mobile Campus Emergency Alert

After Graduation

Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation

$48,700/year

Median Earnings 10 Years After Graduation

$58,500/year

Median Total Debt After Graduation The median cumulative federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated.

$19,000 - $27,500

Typical Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 4.53% interest rate.

$197 - $285

Outcomes 8 Years of Attending

Show data for students who

and started their studies

Out of 7,811 students

30% Graduated

10% Still Enrolled

15% Transfer

1% Withdraw

Financial Aid

Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid.

100%

Average Aid Per Year

$20,979

Students Receiving Federal Grants

20%

Average Aid Per Year

$4,692

Students Receiving State Aid

23%

Average Aid Per Year

$3,413

Students Receiving Institutional Grants

99%

Average Aid Per Year

$19,304

Average Grant & Scholarship by Family Income Aid awarded based on the family income.

Income

Average Amount

< $30K

$27,836

$30K - $48K

$27,193

$48K - $75K

$23,216

$75K - $110K

$22,701

> $110K

$19,151

Total Needs based Scholarships/Grants

$3,518,503

Total Non-Needs based Scholarships/Grants

$24,833,297

As mentioned, if one finds the fees and cost of living at DU to be on the higher side, the financial aid department of the varsity would be of huge assistance. They can assist students with scholarships, grants, and student loans as well. The average federal grant that comes from the university is around $4,871, whereas the financial aid is $21,357. The students at the university are provided with state aid and institutional aid. The state aid stands at $3,351, while the institutional aid is $21,357.

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