Erin Huggard
600 Forbes Ave , Pittsburgh , PA 15282
Duquesne University
Duquesne University
Location
- its located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
- it is in the Northeast Region.
- Surround by many buildings and attractions.
- Some trees are around but mostly buildings.
History/ Background
- Was founded on October 1, 1878.
- Is a private school.
- on May 27, 1911 the name was changed to Duquesne University.
- Between 1950 and 1980 the University underwent a period of development as College Hall, Mellon Hall, Rockwell Hall, the School of Music
- the library and the Student Union were constructed.
Basic Information
Basic Information
Basic Info
- president- Ken Gormley
- vice president for academic affairs - Timothy R. Austin
- enrollment total - 9,506
- religious affliction- Roman Catholic
- mission statement - Commitment to excellence in liberal and professional education.
Academics
Academics & Majors
- Degrees offered: bachelors, professional , Masters and Doctoral.
- There are 62 professors in the university.
- Top Majors - Computer Science , Communications , Government , Business , and Economics
Sports
Admissions
SAT scores
math : 520-610
reading : 520-620
writing: 510-610
Average GPA
SAT math- 574
SAT critical reading- 570
SAT writing- 550
ACT composite- 27
Student retention rate- With 85.0% of students making it past their freshman year, Duquesne University has freshman retention rates above the national average.
Student Body
- 6,032 students
- 37.9% male
- 62.1% female
5 Activities
- Movies
- Concerts
- Greek life
- Sports
- Residence life
campus life
- you can visit the zoo and the aquarium.
- you can a volunteer to help clean around the school.
- you can visit the many art and culture museums.
- Kennywood can be fun if you want to see history landmarks.
Tuition & Aid
Tuition
- This fee is comprised of $35,062 for tuition
- $11,760 room and board
- $1,400 for books and supplies.
- 99% of freshmen receive some form of financial aid and when you apply for admission
Athletics
Athletics
Women Sports
- Basketball
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Swimming
- Rowing
- Track
- Volleyball
- Tennis
- Bowling
Men Sports
- Soccer
- Basketball
- Swimming
- Golf
- Rugby
- Roller Hockey
- Rowing
- Track
- Football
Open House
Open House
Next open house is Sunday June 10 2018 at 3:00.
Facts
Facts
- Graduation rate - 77.4%
- Acceptance rate: 73%
- Mascot: Duke
- Total enrollment: 9,506