Several independent sources—including U.S. News and World Report and Washington Monthly—all
rank Duquesne as a best value university. The value of a Duquesne University education includes a horizon expanding education,
world-class faculty and countless opportunities only available to Duquesne students.
Ask any graduating Duquesne senior how they feel about the next step in their lives
and you'll hear the same answer: "Prepared." We'll make sure you graduate with the
education, experience, and networks you need to accomplish your goals.
We invest $79.5 million in our undergraduate students each year through University-based
scholarships, and total aid from all sources exceeds $195 million.
We are invested in making quality education accessible. Schedule a financial planning
conversation with our financial aid team to learn more.
When you apply for admission, you're automatically considered for first-year or transfer
academic scholarships. Check out our net price calculator for a tuition estimate.
The average financial aid package for first-time full-time freshmen with financial
need is $28,599. Eligible students may also qualify for DU's PA State Matching Grant.
Due to implementation of the FAFSA Simplification Act, the FAFSA for the 2024-2025
academic year is anticipated to open in December 2023. We encourage you to file a
FAFSA as soon as it becomes available. Duquesne will begin releasing financial aid
offers to students who have submitted a FAFSA in spring, 2024. Families may also want
to consider creating a CSS profile to maximize available funds.
You will then be considered for any federal and institutional financial aid for which
you may be eligible.
A few important notes:
After we calculate what financial aid you are eligible for (your aid package), we
will send you information and additional instructions.
You and/or other supporters (parents or guardians) may still wish to apply for independent
loans from a bank or other lender to make up any gap that may exist between your financial
aid package and your expected family contribution.
"Expected family contribution" is a measure of your and/or your family’s financial strength that’s used to determine
your eligibility for different types of financial aid. The calculation is a federal
standard used by colleges and universities in calculating financial aid.
You and your family can also complete a CSS Profile for a more complete review of your financial circumstances than the FAFSA provides.
The CSS Profile is not currently required, but many families may be interested in
the option to submit it along with the FAFSA. Duquesne's CSS code is 2196. There is a fee to create a profile, but you may be eligible for the fee waiver.
Financial aid is money that you are either given (grants, scholarships) or that you borrow (loans) and have to pay back, and that is used to pay for college tuition, room,
meals and fees.
The amount ofneed-based aidyou receive is determined by subtracting the ability to pay for your educational expenses
for the year (as determined from the FAFSA) from your estimated total costs for the
year.
The amount of financial aid you are eligible to receive is determined by your financial
need.
Financial need equals your cost of attendance minus your expected family contribution.
"Expected family contribution" is a measure of your and/or your family’s financial strength that’s used to determine
your eligibility for different types of financial aid. The calculation is a federal
standard used by colleges and universities in calculating financial aid.
Need-based aid is separate from any financial awards you may receive for academic achievement.
