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And we're ready with 125+ graduate, master's and professional programs and research opportunities in all disciplines, and individualized experiential learning. We'll make sure you gain the professional confidence, impressive experience and powerful networks you need to help take your career to the next level.
Nearly 3,500 graduate students from across the country and around the world are advancing their graduate education at Duquesne. Duquesne enjoys a rich tradition of academic excellence and strong career outcomes for our students. In fact, Duquesne is recognized as a top tier university by U.S. News & World Report, is one of only seven U.S. Catholic universities with high research activity and is no. 16 among the nation's top small doctoral research universities. Learn more about our rankings and recognition.
Explore the special financial opportunities, including 25% tuition award, available in many of our graduate programs.
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How to Apply
Apply
Each graduate and professional program manages its own admissions process. Please note program information links and deadlines.
Complete Your Application
All prospective graduate students will be required to submit official transcripts from all colleges attended. Most programs require letters of recommendation and a personal statement. GMAT and LSAT scores are required for the schools of Business and Law, respectively. GRE scores are required for most doctoral programs and some master's programs. Other requirements could include a writing sample, resume, audition or interview.
International Students
If your undergraduate and/or graduate degrees are from an institution located outside of the United States, you must use a transcript credential evaluation service to obtain a course-by-course report. The official reports must be sent directly to Duquesne University from the organization you order through and will qualify as official transcripts. Please review our Transcript Credential Evaluation Instructions.
Application Deadlines
Application deadlines vary by program. Many programs allow students to apply for the fall or spring semester. Some programs also allow for a summer start term.
Credit transfers
Read the full graduate transfer policy in the Graduate Catalog.
Generally, an academic department may accept credits from a regionally-accredited
university that correspond to the Duquesne curriculum and in which you have earned
at least a 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
The program director of the program or department offering the course establishes
the final determination of the acceptance or denial of transfer credits.
Financial planning
Duquesne University is here to assist you in navigating the process and identifying possible sources of graduate education financing. Listed below are several potential options to explore for graduate funding opportunities.
Financial Aid
Learn more about grants, loans and student employment at Duquesne University.
Special Financial Awards
Duquesne AwardsSources for Outside Scholarships
Please note that we do not endorse any outside scholarships but only provide places to look as a resource. Always use caution when looking for scholarships.
The SmartStudent Guide to Financial Aid
Tuition & Payment Plans
Payment plans are available! Learn more about how to set up monthly payments.
Graduate FAQs
- 125+ graduate and professional programs
- Strong career outcomes and professional development
- High research activity and academic excellence
- Flexible program formats and start terms
- Duquesne prepares you with the skills, experience, and connections needed to advance your career.
You apply directly to your graduate program by submitting an application, transcripts, and required materials such as recommendations or a personal statement.
Some programs require test scores, such as GMAT for business programs, LSAT for law programs, and GRE for many doctoral programs. Please check with your desired program for details.
If you earned your degree outside the United States, you must:
- Submit a course-by-course transcript evaluation
- Provide proof of English proficiency (if required)
- Official evaluations must be sent directly from the credential evaluation service
Application deadlines vary by program, but many allow:
- Fall start
- Spring start
- Summer start (select programs)
Typical Timeline
- Apply: Before your program’s listed deadline
- Review: After all materials are submitted
- Decision: Varies by program and application volume
Yes. Some graduate programs may accept transfer credits from regionally accredited institutions if:
- Courses align with Duquesne’s curriculum
- You earned at least a 3.0 GPA
Duquesne offers several options to help fund your graduate education:
- Financial aid (grants, loans, student employment)
- Program-specific scholarships
- Special tuition awards (including some 25% awards)
- Payment plans for tuition
Application review timelines vary by program, but decisions are typically issued after all materials are submitted.
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