It's Time For Bigger Goals.
Each year, more than 250 students make the switch to Duquesne. We make it easy to transfer; students are admitted on a rolling basis, meaning you're welcome to apply for a fall, spring or summer start.
Our Bridges curriculum, inspired by Pittsburgh's 446 iconic spans, is designed as a transfer-friendly, cohesive academic journey that will get you to graduation.
A Leader in Supporting Transfer Students
Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society (PTK) has named Duquesne University to its 2025 Transfer Honor Roll in recognition of the dynamic pathways they have created to support transfer students. Duquesne is one of only 251 schools to earn this prestigious recognition.
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How to Apply
Application Options
Domestic and international transfer students can submit Duquesne's Application, find us on Common App or the Coalition with Scoir Application. Choose the application that works for you!
All application platforms are reviewed by the same standards for admission and will not impact your admissions decision.
Questions? Contact your admissions counselor or send a note to admissionsFREEDUQUESNE or call (412) 396-6222.
Applicant Portal
After you submit your application, you will have access to your applicant portal where you'll find a checklist of additional materials that may be required. (You'll receive an email from the Office of Undergraduate Admissions when you're able to log in to your portal.)
Essay
A personal essay is only required for certain health professions (Athletic Training, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Physician Assistant Studies, and Speech-Language Pathology) applicants and optional for other programs.
Please discuss the following:
Tell us something about yourself, why you chose your desired major, and why you would like to attend Duquesne University. You may also include any shadowing or volunteer opportunities that you have experienced.
Submit your essay via our application portal (after you've applied). If you choose to apply via Common App, we will accept the Common App essay for all programs listed above -- with the exception of Physician Assistant Studies.
Additional Requirements
Transcripts & Degree Requirements
Any additional requirements for specific programs will be included in your checklist but you can review requirements now to prepare.
Questions? Contact your admissions counselor or if you haven't met them yet just send a note to admissionsFREEDUQUESNE or call (412) 396-6222.
Financial Aid
Submit or update your FAFSA and any applicable state grant applications with Duquesne's school code, 003258. Be sure to list Duquesne as your top choice for the PA State Grant if you are a resident.
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Scholarships
You are automatically considered for academic scholarships based on your grades from community college or other four year college or university. Start planning ahead by reviewing the scholarship ranges and using our Net Price Calculator.
If you are a community college student and member of the PTK honor roll, you may be eligible for an additional $2,500 scholarship.
"I transferred from CCAC. Those credits transferred into Duquesne seamlessly–I just had to follow the syllabus! Duquesne offered a more personalized, valuable experience with professors and a lot of opportunities to get real-world experience with local employers. On top of that, the financial aid I received from Duquesne surpassed what other colleges offered."
"The transfer process was smooth, simple and supportive, thanks to the incredible staff. From the moment I submitted my application into the first few weeks of classes in fall 2024, I had a dedicated staff mentor guiding me every step of the way. He answered all my questions, provided clear direction and made the entire experience welcoming and stress free."
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