Academics
Students describe their time at Duquesne University as “beyond satisfying…. I was able to discover new subjects that I love learning about and tailor my academic experience to those interests.” In particular, students laud the nursing, education, business, and biomedical engineering fields. On the medical side, the “informative” and “hands-on” clinicals and lab simulation opportunities are seen as some of the campus’ best and most “one-of-a-kind” academic features. Across the board, students highlight frequently updated technology and a variety of classroom types as benefits, such as the experience-based style: “We have to do whatever we are learning, and it vastly improves my learning.” Enrollees also cite “a good number of guest speakers and experts,” all of which “breaks up the heavy lectures.”
Professors are passionate about what they teach and “want to see their students succeed in everything that they do later in life. [They] are always willing to meet and discuss material … possible research experience or anything that the student may need.” Along those lines, they also practice a range of teaching methods, which some undergrads suggest offers “new ways [of] engaging us, involving us … and treating us like adults.” Another benefit comes in the small, focused class sizes “in which students can discuss specific topics in depth” and also have “better relationships with professors and classmates.” For those looking to get out of the classroom, Duquesne’s outdoor classes and study-abroad opportunities are much appreciated.
Student Body
Duquesne has a long history as a private Catholic research university, but while those traditions remain a part of the school, students emphasize that “this campus is a place for anyone” where “there are people of all religions and walks of life.” Spirited discussions in “the welcoming nature of the Duquesne classroom” recognize that those “from different political, social, and financial backgrounds have unique experiences” and make for a more enriched learning experience: “Students enjoy sharing in class, and I love learning from them. My classes have been very supportive environments.” Overall, attendees see themselves and their peers united as “dedicated individuals who wish to pursue careers after college while also trying to maintain a fun, involved environment at the school.”
Campus Life
Either at Duquesne University itself, or from its bustling location in central Pittsburgh, “there is nearly always something to do,” and students praise its “incredible night life.” Most on-campus activities are “cost-free to students,” which is a plus, and there are nearly 300 clubs and a thriving Greek Life system to choose from. “There are more than enough active and very involved clubs to keep one engaged for the entire day, every day of the week.” Sports are also a healthy part of campus life, including organized team activities as well as “exercise classes that Duquesne offers for free to all students such as spin class [and] yoga.” Pittsburgh itself has plenty to offer, especially if you’re into sports; the stadium for the National Hockey League’s Penguins is “a 45-second walk from campus and the tickets are discounted for students; this is my favorite thing to do for fun.”
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