Duquesne University
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Academic Information
Acceptance Rate: 79%
Average High School GPA: 3.82
Standardized Test Policy: Test‑Optional
SAT Range: 1190–1330
ACT Range: 26–32
Sources: University Website, U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Wikipedia.com, Bigfuture (collegeboard.org), UniversityLiving.com, Prepscholar.com, Petersons.com
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Demographics & Costs
Undergraduate Population: 6,074
Public or Private: Private
University Religious Affiliation: Catholic – Spiritan Fathers
Political Leaning: Moderate
In‑State Tuition: $47,146
Out‑of‑State Tuition: $47,146
Sources: U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Forbes America’s Top Colleges, Wikipedia
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Location & Setting
City, State: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Setting: Urban
U.S. Region: Northeast
Average Winter Temperature: January average high 39 °F (4 °C), low 25 °F (−4 °C)
Average Summer Temperature: July average high 82 °F (28 °C), low 63 °F (17 °C)
Average Annual Precipitation: 37 in (940 mm)
Nearest Airport: Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) – approximately 18 miles (29 km) from campus
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Social Media
Instagram: @duquesneuniversity
Twitter: @DuquesneU
Facebook: @duquesneuniversityoftheholyspirit
LinkedIn: @DuquesneUniversity
YouTube: @duquesneuniversity
TikTok: @duquesneu
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University Athletics
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Swimming & Diving Team
Aquatic Complex: Towers Pool
2024-25 Men’s Team Roster: N/A
Head Coach: David Sheets
Women’s Swim Team National Rank (SwimCloud): #50+
Women’s Swim Team Conference Rank (SwimCloud): #3 in Atlantic 10
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U.S. News College Rankings
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Forbes Top Colleges
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Niche Grades
Overall Grade: B
Academics: B
Diversity: B
Athletics: B+
Professors: B+
Dorms: C
Student Life: B+
Value: B
Campus: B
Party Scene: B
Location: A+
Campus Food: C+
Safety: B
Best Colleges for Student-Athletes in America: Ranked #377 of 1,310
Best College for Athletics in America: Ranked #345 of 1,332
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