While Duquesne admits many students with high academic achievement, each applicant is judged on his or her own merits, and various factors may influence a decision. If you are interested in Duquesne, we are interested in hearing from you and reviewing your application.

A typical Duquesne student has graduated in the upper three-fifths of their class and demonstrated exemplary personal conduct in secondary school.

The high school curriculum must include:

• 4 units in English
• 8 units in any combination of social studies, language, mathematics, or science
• 4 elective units that provide credit toward graduation
• 7 units in mathematics and science (for pharmacy, pre-health, science or mathematics majors)

Applicants who have not completed four years of high school must submit a General Educational Development Certificate (GED) issued by their state department of education, and an official high school transcript.

Applicants must have completed standardized testing from the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) or the American College Testing Program (ACT).

Class Profile

The following information will help you understand the caliber of the Duquesne freshman class of 2009. These scores are averages, not minimum requirements and should not discourage good students from applying to Duquesne.

• Average SAT 1130 (math and critical reading)
• Average ACT 24
• Top 2/5 rank
• Average GPA 3.65

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