Financing graduate education is a challenge for many students. The Palumbo-Donahue School offers competitive financial awards (including scholarships, fellowships and graduate assistantships) on a merit basis to domestic and international full-time students in all of our graduate programs. Up to six fellowships are awarded each year.

Initial awards are based on application credentials, undergraduate transcripts and standardized test score reports. Awards for subsequent semesters are based on academic performance in graduate coursework at Duquesne and award-specific criteria.

Please note that students who are already receiving tuition remission or assistance from Duquesne University are not eligible.

One-Year MBA: Merit-Based Financial Awards

All admitted applicants to the One-Year MBA program are considered for merit-based financial awards based on the strength of the application as presented by academic records, standardized scores, school and workplace accomplishments, recommendations and personal essays. | All One-Year MBA candidates are eligible for merit scholarships and may be eligible for either a fellowship or graduate assistantship.

Minimum scholarship of $4,000 for an admitted One-Year MBA applicant with an undergraduate or graduate GPA of 3.0 or better in any major. Graduates from a college/university outside of the U.S. can be considered with an equivalent GPA.
Minimum scholarship of $5,000 for an admitted One-Year MBA applicant with an undergraduate or graduate GPA of 3.5 or better in any major. Graduates from a college/university outside of the U.S. can be considered with an equivalent GPA.
 Minimum scholarship of $5,000 for an admitted One-Year MBA applicants who completed their undergraduate or graduate degree at Duquesne University. Criteria for consideration will include GPA and extracurricular involvement.
Minimum scholarship of $6,000 for an admitted One-Year MBA applicant with two or more years of significant work experience and an undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or better. Graduates from a college/university outside of the U.S. can be considered with an equivalent GPA.
Provides up to $21,000 in funding ($7,000/semester) to admitted applicants in the One-Year MBA program and must meet the scholarship criteria of the National Black MBA Association Pittsburgh Chapter.

One-Year MBA: Fellowships & Graduate Assistantships

A limited number of fellowships and graduate assistantships are available to each cohort. A GMAT/GRE or a 3.25 GPA (undergraduate or graduate) is required to be eligible for a graduate assistantship. | Duquesne's Office of Financial Aid provides support for securing student loans. Part-time, on-campus student employment opportunities are available and the Office of Career Services serves as a resource for finding part-time jobs with regional employers. | * The GMAT or GRE is required to be considered for fellowships.

Sustainability Fellowships (up to 10 per academic year) are awarded to assist with research and publication projects with faculty.
Small Business Development Fellowships are available to support Duquesne's efforts to advance sustainability practices with small and start-up businesses in the region.
Coverdell Peace Corps Fellowships are offered to Returned Peace Corps Volunteers to pursue a self-designed local initiative that serves the Peace Corps' "third goal."
Graduate Assistantships provide partial tuition assistance in exchange for service to the University on specialized assignments. Graduate Assistants in the One-Year MBA receive 4.5-9 credits of tuition assistance each semester in exchange for 10-20 hours per week of work. These positions are only awarded for the fall and spring semesters, for a maximum of 18 credits of tuition assistance. To qualify, applicants must have a competitive GMAT or GRE score, or a 3.5 GPA in the most recent degree earned (undergraduate or graduate).

Beyer Scholarship

The Michael Beyer Scholarship is valued at $1,250. Two Beyer Scholarships are awarded each fall to One-Year MBA or PMBA students. One scholarship is awarded to an admitted student starting in the fall semester, while the other scholarship is awarded to a current One-Year MBA or PMBA student who enrolled in the preceding spring or summer semesters. Qualified students will be notified by the Graduate School of Business and invited to apply.

Nichols Scholarship

The Nichols Scholarship is valued at $2,500 and is awarded each fall to a student with a record of academic and/or professional achievement who works to increase opportunities for women and underrepresented groups in business and has financial need (demonstrated by submitting the FAFSA). One scholarship is awarded to an admitted fall-start PMBA student or a current PMBA or One-Year MBA student who enrolled in the preceding spring or summer semesters. Qualified students will be notified by the Graduate School of Business and invited to apply.

Professional and Flex MBA

Graduate Assistantships provide partial tuition assistance in exchange for service to the University on specialized assignments.

  • To qualify, a student must be enrolled in at least 9 credits of graduate business course work each semester and have one of the following: Competitive GMAT or GRE score, or 3.25 GPA in the most recent degree earned (undergraduate or graduate).
The Michael Beyer Scholarship is valued at $1,250. Two Beyer Scholarships are awarded each fall to One-Year MBA or PMBA students. One scholarship is awarded to an admitted PMBA applicant starting in the fall semester, while the other scholarship is awarded to a current One-Year MBA or PMBA student who enrolled in the preceding spring or summer semesters. Qualified students will be notified by the Graduate School of Business and invited to apply.

An annual $4,000 award, funded by Lennox International, is available for a Professional MBA student who works full time, has a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5, demonstrates contributions to their organization, demonstrates contributions to society, and engages in community service.

Students who have completed at least one semester are invited to apply.

James J. Byrne Award Winners

The Cahouet Scholarship is valued at $1,500. Two Cahouet Scholarships are awarded each fall to PMBA students. One scholarship is awarded to an admitted student starting in the fall semester with a record of academic and/or professional achievement (3.5 CGPA, 3+ years of professional experience, or a competitive GMAT/GRE score). The other scholarship is awarded to a current PMBA student who enrolled in the preceding spring or summer semesters with a record of outstanding academic achievement. Qualified students will be notified by the Graduate School of Business and invited to apply.
The Nichols Scholarship is valued at $2,500 and is awarded each fall to a female student with a record of academic and/or professional achievement and financial need (demonstrated by submitting the FAFSA). One scholarship is awarded to an admitted fall-start PMBA student, or a current PMBA or One-Year MBA student who enrolled in the preceding spring or summer semesters. Qualified students will be notified by the Graduate School of Business and invited to apply.
The Dressel Scholarship is valued at $2,500 and is awarded each fall to a continuing PMBA student, who demonstrates academic merit, is in good standing with the university, and has financial need (as demonstrated by submitting the FAFSA).
Many employers provide financial support for continuing education. We encourage students to check with their Human Resource department. Duquesne offers a tuition deferment plan for students whose employers do not reimburse until the course is completed.

Specialized Masters Financial Aid & Assistantships

Graduate Assistantships

Available for the following programs: MS in Accountancy, MS in Analytics & Information Management, and MS in Supply Chain Management

Graduate Assistantships provide partial tuition assistance in exchange for service to the University on specialized assignments. Types of assignments vary year to year and are determined by the supervising faculty/staff member. However, typical work assignments include research, class assistance, consulting projects, or database entry. Graduate Assistants are required to work between 13-20 hours per week during a semester in exchange for a set number of credits of tuition assistance.

How to Qualify:

  • Competitive GMAT or GRE score, or 3.25/4.0 GPA in the most recent degree earned (undergraduate or graduate).

How to Apply:

  • When you apply to your program of choice, mark your interest in a Graduate Assistantship position under the "Academic Plans" section, for the question, "Select the graduate merit award for which you would like to be considered."
  • Qualified candidates will be invited to interview in early February/March

Deadlines:
Please complete your application:

  • Round I: January 31st
  • Round II: March 30th
  • March 30th and later: if positions are still available, eligible students will be interviewed on a rolling basis.

Employer Tuition Assistance

Many employers provide financial support for continuing education. We encourage students to check with their Human Resource department. Duquesne offers a tuition deferment plan for students whose employers do not reimburse until the course is completed.