Strong graduate outcomes — known for health sciences
Duquesne University is a private institution in Pittsburgh with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1257, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 5.2K undergraduates with a 12:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
76% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $74,742 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $34,978.
Established
1878
Motto
Spiritus est qui vivificat
Mascot
The Duke
Type
Private research university
Conference
NCAA Division I Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference
Division
Division I
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79%Acceptance
1257SAT Avg
5,216Students
12:1Student:Faculty
76%Grad Rate
$74,742Earnings 10yr
$34,978Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate78.8%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1257
Reading & WritingMid: 620
590680
MathMid: 605
570670
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 27
2631
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition$47,146
Room & Board$15,620
Books & Supplies$1,440
Total Cost of Attendance$63,042
Average Net Price$34,978
Median Debt at Graduation$26,244
Monthly Payment (10yr)$278
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$25,943
$30–48K$27,610
$48–75K$31,920
$75–110K$35,852
$110K+$38,975
Programs (155)
Student Body
Undergrads
5,216
Gender Split
63% / 37%
Women / Men
First Generation
17%
Pell Grant Recipients
18%
Race & Ethnicity
White 79%
Black 5%
Hispanic 5%
Asian 4%
Two+ 3%
Int'l 3%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate75.5%
Freshman Retention86.5%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$62,627
8 Years$70,050
10 Years$74,742
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$65,200
Men
$72,900
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Source: Wikipedia