Many parents take great interest as their children consider different colleges, urging them to invest in an education that will result in a rewarding career. Here's how Duquesne measures up in the issues that are important to parents:

After six years, 70 percent of Duquesne’s  undergraduate students who enrolled in the fall of 1999 had graduated or completed their programs.

90 percent of freshmen generally return for their sophomore year, much higher than the average retention rate of 70 percent.

91 percent of freshmen live on campus in clean, comfortable Living Learning Centers, with options for quiet rooms.

We have more student athletes on the Atlantic 10 Commissioner’s Honor Roll than any other school.

88 percent of our students receive some form of scholarship or financial aid assistance.

Safety and Health

At Duquesne, we offer a number of student services to help your children be successful, safe, healthy and happy.

Students may select from a variety of healthful, nutritious options for meals.

The Learning Skills Center provides tutoring and learning support.

Counseling services help students adjust to college life and deal with stress.

Health services provide wellness programs and health professionals.

Pittsburgh’s hospitals have some of the best emergency and medical services in the nation.

Our Public Safety Department provides 24-hour escort services, emergency call posts, a dedicated police force, and building security.

The Career Services Center provides assistance through job fairs, career guidance, internship coordination, on-campus interviews, job search skills programs, credentialing services, and a mentoring program.

Contact Us
Our admissions counselors are happy to answer any questions you or your son or daughter have about our University. Just get in touch.