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Teresa Englehardt was nervous the first time she volunteered for No One Dies Alone, an organization that provides hospice patients with a friend in their final days.
Research Opportunities
Strengthened by local and global partnerships, our program fosters an environment where you collaborate closely with faculty on research and scientific initiatives. These efforts frequently lead to publications in leading journals such as The Journal of Biological Chemistry, Scientific Reports, The Journal of the American Chemical Society (JACS) and The Journal of Engineering.
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Undergraduate Programs
Our undergraduate programs prepare you for careers in science, technology, engineering, healthcare and data-driven fields through rigorous academics, hands-on research and real-world experience. You can earn a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree in disciplines including engineering, computer science, mathematics, the physical and life sciences and environmental studies. You’ll graduate ready to make an impact in industry, research, healthcare and beyond.
Graduate Programs
Research is at the heart of the school’s graduate programs. You will lead investigations, publish in scientific journals and make an immediate impact in your field. From orientation through graduation, you can work closely with advising staff and program directors while connecting with experts and accessing opportunities to enhance your education. You can also network with Pittsburgh’s thriving biotechnology, healthcare and pharmaceutical hubs for research and career opportunities.
Dual Degree Programs
Dual degree programs offer an accelerated path to earn two degrees, helping you save time, reduce tuition costs and enter the workforce with advanced qualifications. The School of Science and Engineering offers 17 dual degree options with graduate programs in science, education, law and nursing. Options include Science + Master’s (4+1) Programs, Education Master’s Early Start (4+1) Programs, Law (Juris Doctor) (3+3) Programs, and Engineering (3+2 and 4+1) Programs.
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STEP INSIDE THE LAB
From O.J. Simpson to the Menendez brothers to Nick Reiner and beyond, we’ve all had the same thought: How could anyone represent this guy? Closer to home, such criminal defendants as Richard Baumhammers and Richard Poplawski may well come to mind, forcing us to wonder, why even go through the motion Duquesne University’s Undergraduate Research Program (URP) offers immersive, hands-on research experiences for undergraduate students during a 10-week summer session. Participants engage in faculty-mentored research across disciplines such as chemistry, biology, neuroscience, engineering, data scien Through interactive STEM program activities with Duquesne faculty and student mentors, students will identify and discuss various scientific and environmental factors impacting our community.
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Defending the Indefensible: Ethical Questions in Criminal Defense
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Summer Undergraduate Research Program
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STEM Summer Camp
Duquesne - Pittsburgh Connection
Pittsburgh is our classroom. Through community-engaged learning, students partner with local schools, nonprofits and organizations to apply science and engineering in ways that serve our neighbors and strengthen our city.
50+Duquesne partners with local schools, nonprofits and organizations each year to strengthen the Pittsburgh community.
From internships at Pittsburgh’s leading hospitals and tech companies to our 10-week Undergraduate Research Program, students gain real-world experience in a city recognized as a global hub for healthcare, robotics and sustainability.
88%of students agree that real-world projects increased their confidence and readiness for their careers.
Our students and faculty tackle critical challenges—collaborating with Pittsburgh’s medical centers, startups, and research institutions on projects funded by the National Science Foundation, NIH and other leading agencies.
100%of students participate in undergraduate research.
With Pittsburgh’s STEM workforce among the fastest-growing in the country, our alumni and industry partners in healthcare, technology and environmental science open doors for mentorship, internships and careers.
70%of SoSE alumni secure jobs or internships in the Pittsburgh region.
When he learned the cost of tutor scheduling software was going to double, Computer Science Professor Dr. Jeffrey Jackson had an idea.
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