Admissions Details
- Acceptance Rate
- 87.5%
- Average SAT
- 1,245
- SAT Range (25th–75th)
- 1,160–1,330
- ACT Composite (avg)
- 28
- Total Enrollment
- 5,216
Admissions Overview
Duquesne operates with open admission, accepting 87% of applicants. This high acceptance rate means most students with decent academic records can gain entry, though the university still maintains standards. The middle 50% of admitted students score between 1160-1330 on the SAT or around 28 on the ACT. With a Catholic mission and strong programs in pharmacy, nursing, and music, Duquesne seeks students who value both academic rigor and service to others. The school particularly appeals to those interested in healthcare careers, given its well-known pharmacy and nursing programs, plus students drawn to its musical heritage through the famous Tamburitzans ensemble.