Information and Resources for Accepted Students

Congratulations on taking the next step towards a specialized, highly-rewarding and fulfilling career! As you draw closer to the start of your coursework, please refer to this page for important information and links regarding Financial Aid, Campus Residence, important deadlines and dates and more. 

Dates and Deadlines

Prerequisites

  • Proof of enrollment for any outstanding prerequisite courses are due June 1. 
  • Official transcripts to show completion of courses are due August 1.

Certifications

Orientation

  • Orientation takes place on campus, August 21-22.
  • First day of classes: August 25

Important Resources

Important resources, links and discounts for incoming students regarding campus life, parking, financial aid, and more.

You are worth the investment. The value of a Duquesne University education includes a horizon-expanding education, world-class faculty and countless opportunities only available to Duquesne students. 

Office of Financial Aid

DNP Financial Resources
On-campus housing options are available to you as a graduate student! We offer eight housing options for undergraduate and graduate students, including three options for apartment-style living. By choosing to live on campus, you'll not only surround yourself with some of the best views of the city, but you'll immerse yourself in a vibrant and safe learning community.Office for Student Housing and Residence Life

Commuter students make up the largest population of students here at Duquesne, and we're committed to helping you feel at home. The Office of Commuter Affairs offers a number of programs and resources to help commuter students excel academically and socially, such as the Commuter Assistant Program, the Commuter Council, and more.

Pittsburgh Neighborhoods Guide

All of our required prerequisite courses (except for Research/Evidence Based Practice) are available through Portage Learning. We can accept courses from any accredited institution, but please feel free to reach out to your recruiter with concerns over course equivalency.

Portage Learning

If you are new to Duquesne University, please set up your MultiPass. This is critical as it will allow you to access your student email and other helpful resources.

MultiPass and Services Portal
There are a number of transportation options available for both commuter students and students living on campus. We offer on-campus parking as well as a shuttle for transport between campus and the Southside and Oakland neighborhoods. 

If you prefer to use public transit, please refer to the UPass program for discounted bus rides.

Questions?

Contact a recruiter for any questions or assistance.

Janey Mazur

Nursing Recruiter

School of Nursing

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