by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a Duquesne degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how Duquesne measures up.
Duquesne is ranked #2,962 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of F. Within Pennsylvania, it ranks #157 of 168 for value.
Among the majors Duquesne offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Other Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration | #12 of 14 |
| Pharmacy | #12 of 14 |
| Computer Science / Programming | #14 of 21 |
| Marketing | #22 of 44 |
| Communications / Public Relations | #22 of 29 |
| Other Public Relations, Advertising Applied Communication | #22 of 29 |
| Music Therapy | #23 of 25 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #23 of 25 |
| Web & Multimedia Design | #25 of 33 |
| Sports Communication | #34 of 40 |
Read the full Duquesne value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Duquesne University is ranked #15 out of #181 in Pennsylvania for quality and #157 out of #168 for Pennsylvania value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the Duquesne financial aid page to be sure.
Duquesne University is ranked #2,962 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Duquesne University is overpriced for the quality of education it provides.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Duquesne costs about $38,030. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $152,121 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $67,767 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $37,730 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $38,030 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $152,121 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about Duquesne net price and the factors that affect it.
What Duquesne costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Duquesne degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $271,068 | — | — |
| All Students | $152,121 | #2,962 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $150,920 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $271,068 | — | — |
| All Students | $152,121 | #157 | D |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $150,920 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at Duquesne shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $25,943 |
| $30K–$48K | $27,610 |
| $48K–$75K | $31,920 |
| $75K–$110K | $35,852 |
| Over $110K | $38,975 |
About 99% of Duquesne undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $27,851 per year. Get more details on the Duquesne financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average Duquesne cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.