Our 85 majors and 10 schools open a world of possibilities. You'll learn with and from students of diverse cultural, socioeconomic and religious backgrounds from across the United States and more than 50 countries. You'll take classes on a park-like campus centrally located in Pittsburgh, with internships, culture, recreation, major league sports and more...all in one of the most livable cities in the US. 

Each year, more than 250 students transfer to Duquesne. We make it easy to transfer; students are admitted on a rolling basis, meaning you're welcome to apply for a fall, spring or summer start. Our Bridges curriculum, inspired by Pittsburgh's 446 iconic spans, is designed as a transfer-friendly, cohesive academic journey that will get you to graduation.

You have a bachelor's degree and are looking for a master's degree or professional program to advance your career or continue to reach your academic goals. And we're ready with 110 future-focused graduate programs, research opportunities in all disciplines, and individualized experiential learning. We'll make sure you gain the professional confidence, impressive experience, and influential networks you need to get a running start on a meaningful career.

You might be looking to continue your education at the undergraduate or graduate level - either way, start here to learn more about using your benefits and find out how Duquesne will support your education journey. We understand the unique needs of our active duty, reserve, guard and veteran students. 

At Duquesne University, we believe it is important to help international students who want to come for their education. We have dedicated Center for Global Engagement staff who assist students through the application and new student process. Each year, we welcome students from more than 85 countries.

High school students have several opportunities to get a head start by earning college credits before they graduate! Online and campus courses.

Are you enrolled as a student at another university or just looking to take a few courses that interest you? Visiting students (students from other colleges) are welcome in fall, spring and summer. Summer session courses begin in May, June and July.

Do you already have a bachelor's degree, but want to become a nurse? The booming health care industry needs you and we can help you get there in as little as 12 to 16 months with the accelerated Second-Degree Nursing program. This program provides you with a strong, broad-based clinical foundation for nursing practice. 

Earn your degree online from Duquesne University with the convenience and flexibility you need. Our online programs are student-centric and distinguished by the close relationships online students create with professors and classmates through small class sizes and with advisors and support services staff dedicated to helping students achieve personal and professional goals.

We'd love to see you back in class! Undergraduate students who have not registered for two consecutive semesters (not including summer) may apply as a readmission applicant. Graduate students should contact their program about resuming their studies.