Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
78.85%
SAT Average
1,257
ACT Range
26-31
Duquesne University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 78.85%. This means approximately 789 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 5,216 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
78.85%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Middle States Commission on Higher Education | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $47,146 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $47,146 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $63,042 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $34,978 | State avg: $20,881. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 18.14% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 57.47% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Duquesne University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$47,146
Room and board
$15,620
Books and supplies
$1,440
Other expenses
$3,958
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$63,042
Average net price
$34,978
Average aid coverage
45%
$28,064 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Duquesne University pays approximately $34,978 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Pennsylvania average of $20,881 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Duquesne University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Pennsylvania and national averages.
Duquesne University net price
$34,978
Pennsylvania average
$20,881
National average
$17,506
Duquesne University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $47,146 and average net price at $34,978. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$47,146
Current net price
$34,978
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
75.55%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$74,742
Undergraduates
5,216
10-Year Median Earnings - Duquesne University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Duquesne University graduates earn about 1.7x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Duquesne University?
Undergraduates
5,216
Completion rate
75.55%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
18.14%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
57.47%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 18.14% of Duquesne University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 57.47% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Duquesne University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Duquesne University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Duquesne University lists Middle States Commission on Higher Education as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Duquesne University is listed at Administration Bldg 600 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15282. Accreditor: Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
Compare Schools
Compare Duquesne University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duquesne University | 78.85% | $47,146 | $34,978 | $74,742 |
| Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine | Not available | Not available | Not available | $138,767 |
| Carnegie Mellon University | 11.40% | $63,829 | $31,671 | $114,862 |
| University of Pennsylvania | 5.87% | $66,104 | $31,229 | $111,371 |
| Lehigh University | 29.26% | $62,180 | $33,549 | $105,584 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Duquesne University's acceptance rate?
Duquesne University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 78.85%.
How much is Duquesne University tuition?
Duquesne University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $47,146.
What is Duquesne University's average net price?
Duquesne University's average net price in the local dataset is $34,978.
What does Duquesne University cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $25,943 for Duquesne University students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Duquesne University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $74,742 for Duquesne University.
Is Duquesne University accredited?
Duquesne University's accreditor in the local dataset is Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
How many students attend Duquesne University?
The local dataset lists 5,216 undergraduate students at Duquesne University.
What percentage of Duquesne University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Duquesne University in the local dataset is 18.14%.
What is the federal loan rate at Duquesne University?
The federal loan rate for Duquesne University in the local dataset is 57.47%.
Where should I verify Duquesne University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Duquesne University or the latest official federal education data.