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Graduate Application Process and Requirements
Where do I send my application?
If you are a non-US citizen your application and supporting documents should be sent directly to the Office of International Programs for admission review. As a graduate student, the OIP will send all received application components (except financial verification and immigration information) to the appropriate graduate school. The graduate school will contact you directly if additional information is needed and of your application status.
If you are a US citizen overseas, Greencard holder or hold refugee status your application should be send ALL admission information directly to the graduate school to which you are applying. The OIP will be consulted if questions arise regarding mark sheets / transcripts and educational systems.
Does Duquesne have an application deadline for international students?
Yes, Duquesne’s graduate schools do have admission deadlines and many are specific to the school and/or program. Therefore, it is important to consult the website and contact the graduate school specifically if you have questions regarding application deadlines.
Does Duquesne have any TOEFL requirements?
Yes, applicants to Duquesne University ’s graduate programs do have to submit the TOEFL exam. More information about Duquesne’s TOEFL policy and ESL program visit our ESLP website. If you are a native English speaker from the following countries ( Ireland, England, Canada, etc) you are exempt from the TOEFL testing (except the writing test).
What is Duquesne University ’s TOEFL institution code?
2196
Does Duquesne have a GRE or GMAT requirement?
Yes, International applicants are required to submit the GRE/GMAT score for admission to a Duquesne University graduate program.
Academics
What degrees and programs are offered at Duquesne?
Duquesne has over 100 different graduate degree and certificate programs, which are divided amongst 10 different schools. . More information about our academic programs can be seen by visiting our Graduate Majors Website.
Can I receive credit for courses taken at another college or university?
Yes, if you have already completed what is equivalent to university study in the United States, you may be able to use the courses that you completed at another university for credit at Duquesne. Each university class is reviewed on an individual basis by our Academic Advisors. Consideration of transfer credits cannot occur without course descriptions. Course descriptions help academic advisers compare the course content of what you have taken at another university with what is offered at Duquesne.
Immigration Information
How can I obtain a student visa for Duquesne?
Once you are accepted to the university and show financial support as required by U.S. immigration law, Duquesne will issue you a SEVIS generated I-20 or DS-2019. (SEVIS is the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System and is an immigration tracking system for international students and exchange visitors.)
Once you receive this document you must make an appointment with a Visa Consular Office at your local U.S. Embassy. The Consular Officer at the embassy will make the final decision on whether you will be granted a student visa (F-1) or exchange visitor visa (J-1) to enter the United States and begin your studies at Duquesne. You may apply for this visa up to 90 days prior to the start of classes. You can not obtain a student visa for Duquesne at an embassy without immigration documents from the university.
For a list of American embassies in your country please refer to: usembassy.state.gov
Financial Aid and Scholarship Information
How much does Duquesne cost for international students?
How much Duquesne will cost will depend upon the particular program in which you are interested. Please see the cost sheet for more information. Estimated costs at Duquesne University are listed below:
Tuition and Fees: $12,016-15,552 (depending on major of study)
Room and Board: $7,000 (estimated costs for living in Pittsburgh)
Health Insurance: $1,000
Personal Expenses: $2,000
Click on the links below for 2006-2007 detailed cost information:
Cost Sheet
Cost Sheet-additional info
Does Duquesne offer financial aid to international graduate students?
The only financial assistance available to international graduate students is in the form of teaching or graduate assistantships. This assistantships are given directly from the graduate school to which you wish to apply.
What is the Affidavit of Support Form and when do I need to submit it?
In order for Duquesne to offer you immigration documents, we must received sufficient evidence that you have access to adequate funds to support yourself for at least one academic year while studying and living in the United States. The Affidavit of Support Form is a legal document in accordance with United States immigration law and along with this form you must send of the following:
A letter from your sponsor’s (family, local government, etc.) bank stating that the sponsor is willing to support your tuition and living costs while at Duquesne University.
A bank statement that supports the amount of funding your sponsor had indicated in the bank letter or the Affidavit of Support.
Can I work on-campus?
There are a number of offices, departments and facilities that do employ students during the academic year, however they are not guaranteed to any students. These jobs are obtained by contacting our Human Resources Office after your arrival on campus.
Can I work off-campus?
No, in accordance with United States immigration law international students on an F-1 visa are not permitted to work off-campus. For this reason we must factor in personal expenses when looking at the funding you have available before we can issue and I-20.
Internationalism at Duquesne University
How many international students attend Duquesne University ?
Currently Duquesne is home to nearly 500 international students (this includes both the graduate and undergraduate populations).
Where do Duquesne’s international students come from?
Click here to see the list of countries where our students come from.
Does Duquesne have an international student advisor?
Yes, the international student advisor is located in the Office of International Programs and is here to help you with any questions that you may have about immigration, orientation to the University, and any day-to-day questions that you may have. The OIP is truly your “one stop shop” and is here to help you every step of the way.
What international clubs are at Duquesne?
Yes, there are over 140 different clubs and organizations on campus and many represent the international make up of our student body. Below are several of our international clubs.
International Student Organization (ISO)
Latin American Student Association (LASA)
Asian Students Association
Muslim Student Association
Indian Students Association
International Relations Club
United Nations Council
Where is Duquesne located? What is the surrounding area like?
Duquesne is located in Pittsburgh , Pennsylvania. Pittsburgh is a vibrant, friendly, and safe city that is consistently ranked as one of American’s most livable cities, its location combines the best of the Midwest and East Coast regions of the United States . Duquesne’s campus overlooks the “golden triangle” of downtown from its attractive tree-lined hilltop setting called the “bluff.”
How can I visit Duquesne's campus?
You are more than welcome to come and visit us on campus. Pittsburgh has its own international airport, with many major international and domestic flights arriving everyday. Please contact OIP@duq.edu or call 412-396-6113 and someone will be able to arrange a visit for you. However, since many of our international students cannot travel with frequency, we offer a virtual tour through our Web site.
Directions to Campus
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