Duquesne University's published cost of attendance is $67,776. Need-based financial aid reshapes that figure across income levels: low-income families pay approximately $29,986, families in the lower-middle range pay around $31,729, middle-income families pay about $32,102, families in the upper-middle range pay approximately $35,611, and higher-income families pay roughly $41,273.
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Net prices are averages and may vary. Based on federal data for first-time, full-time students receiving aid.
| Cost Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Total Cost of Attendance (Sticker Price) | $67,776 |
| Tuition and Fees | $48,986 |
| Room and Board | $16,374 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,440 |
| Average Financial Aid (Grants and Scholarships) | -$30,046 |
| Average Net Price (What Families Pay) | $37,730 |
| Family Income | Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0–30k | $29,986 |
| $30–48k | $31,729 |
| $48–75k | $32,102 |
| $75–110k | $35,611 |
| $110k+ | $41,273 |
Duquesne University's published cost of attendance is $67,776. Need-based financial aid reshapes that figure across income levels: low-income families pay approximately $29,986, families in the lower-middle range pay around $31,729, middle-income families pay about $32,102, families in the upper-middle range pay approximately $35,611, and higher-income families pay roughly $41,273. Azimuth ranks Duquesne University #1370 for post-graduation affordability among nonprofit four-year institutions. Net prices by income band are medians within those bands; individual aid packages vary based on demonstrated need and institutional aid policies, so some families in each band pay more and some less than the figures shown. Duquesne University uses the FAFSA to determine need-based aid eligibility. The university participates in federal (Pell Grants, Direct Loans), state, and institutional aid programs. Merit scholarships are also available for qualifying students. Families should review the institution's financial aid page for current aid policies and to understand how their specific circumstances may affect their aid package. Median federal student loan debt at graduation is $26,244, and families using Parent PLUS borrow a median of $57,511; private or institutional loans may add further borrowing that falls outside these federal-only figures — see the for how household context shapes PLUS decisions. For a graduate at the institution's median four-year earnings of $74,665, median federal debt of $26,244 projects to a monthly payment of about $297 under standard ten-year repayment. For personalized projections across earnings scenarios — including Parent PLUS planning — use .
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How cost compares to graduate earnings and value added.
Graduates of Duquesne University earn median 4-year earnings of $74,665, placing Duquesne University in the 74.9 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Graduates earn about $2,467 more than similar students at comparable institutions, placing Duquesne University in the 68.2 percentile for earnings beyond expectations among nonprofit four-year institutions. Azimuth ranks Duquesne University #326 for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions. The earnings pattern reflects Duquesne University's concentration in health-related fields. Nursing is the largest program with 257 graduates earning median 4-year earnings of $84,802, performing at 1.0x the national benchmark for the field. The Biology, General program graduates 109 students earning $70,958 and The Digital Marketing program graduates 105 students earning $66,542. Teacher Education and Psychology, General round out the top programs, with graduates earning $49,883 and $48,850 respectively. This program portfolio — anchored in Health — positions graduates for stable, in-demand career pathways that align with Pittsburgh's regional healthcare and professional services sectors.
