Welcome Parents and Families!

  • The formal Matriculation Ceremony, a University Tradition, invites Duquesne University faculty and staff and friends and families to the A.J. Palumbo center for the freshman class official welcome into the Duquesne Family.
  • Rev. Sean Hogan, C.S.Sp, Executive Vice President for Student Life, greets students and families during the annual freshman move-in day. Duquesne University is one of the few institutions who put an army of 200+ upper-class students at your disposal to help out with move-in efforts.
  • Rev. Jim McCloskey, C.S.Sp, Executive Vice President for Mission and Identity, stops to converse with a parent during freshman move-in. The Duquesne Mission Statement is something each student and parent becomes well aquainted with during orientation activities.
  • Events such as DuquesneFest and FAST allow all students and parents to make the transition into the Duquesne Family very easy and fun.
  • Are you a Duquesne Legacy? The University is always welcoming family of Alumni to pave their own path here on the Bluff.
  • At the end of any collegiate journey is Graduation. Graduation at Duquesne is an especially incredible event for family and friends and we encourage all to join us in congratulating the new graduates.
  • It is every parents dream for his or her child to succeed in everything they do. Learn how you can ensure your childs academic success with programs like the The Spiritan Division.
  • A Business School employee informs a few parents on the many opportunities offered by Duquesnes Business programs.
  • Volunteer students direct a family through Duquesnes beautiful campus during this years Duquesne Fest.
  • A Father and Son take time to relax and grab a bite before heading to the next information session during this years Duquesne Fest.
  • Student volunteers offer a helping hand to a student and a parent who are looking for a dorm to visit on Duquesnes campus during this years Duquesne Fest.

Having a student in college can create a lot of excitement - and some anxiety.

Duquesne General Information

  • 10,363 students
  • 14:1 Student-to-Faculty Ratio
  • 6 men’s and 9 women’s varsity sports
  • 10 schools of study
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Family Resources

Duquesne prides itself in putting the students (and their families) first. With the family resources at every student's and parent's fingertips, your child will be in a safe and healthy environment to ensure academic success.

Financial Aid

There is a lot of stress and effort that goes into being a parent of a college student. Please check out how Duquesne's Financial Aid Office can help you.

Academics

At Duquesne, Academics always come first. With the plethora of schools and programs, we are positive that your child will find his or her niche.

Admissions

Admissions will be able to assist you in all the beginning steps of preparing for life at Duquesne. Orientation is the first step in any student's collegiate journey at Duquesne. Orientation is also a great tool for parents and families and all are welcome to come!

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