Graduate Program Deadline Dates
Please find important application deadlines below. Applications are accepted any time prior to the deadline. You can view semester start dates on the University's Academic Calendar.
Application Deadlines
Programs |
Academic Term |
Application Deadline |
Master of Science (MSN) programs |
Spring 2021 Summer 2021 Fall 2021 |
November 30, 2020 |
Post-Master's Certificate (PMC) programs |
Spring 2021 Summer 2021 Fall 2021 |
November 30, 2020 |
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) programs |
Spring 2021 Summer 2021 Fall 2021 |
November 30, 2020 |
PhD programs |
Summer 2021 | February 1, 2021 |
Financial Aid |
May 31, 2021 |
Application Exceptions
Due to higher education regulation policies, Duquesne University is unable to accept applications for admission to online programs and courses from students residing in:
- Alabama
- Louisiana
- Tennessee
- Washington
If you reside in one of the following states, please note these exceptions:
- Arizona: Duquesne University is able to accept applications for all online nursing programs except any MSN Nurse Practitioner or PMC Nurse Practioner programs.
- New York: Duquesne University is able to accept applications for the PhD in Nursing and the PhD in Nursing Ethics programs.
For questions, please email online@duq.edu.