School of Business | Admissions Procedure

Duquesne students bring many backgrounds and talents to the campus community. There is no typical Duquesne student; they come from nearly every state in America and more than 90 nations, and their ages range from 17 to 77. Still, there are several important factors shared by Duquesne students which are considered in all admission decisions.

High school records are carefully evaluated. This serious approach to academics is reflected in the fact that 50 percent of last year's freshmen ranked in the top fifth of their high school class.

The University is also interested in your personal character and extracurricular activities and honors.

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Students who wish to enroll in the A.J. Palumbo School of Business Administration should apply through the Duquesne University Office of Admissions.

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Freshmen Admissions

Undergraduate study is available on a degree and non-degree basis. Degree applicants intend to pursue bachelor's degrees whereas non-degree applicants intend to pursue professional certificate programs, transfer courses to other institutions, select specific courses for personal or career enhancement, or complete prerequisites prior to undergraduate or graduate degree admissions. Undergraduate admissions information is available through the following offices:

Degree (Day)	Office of Admissions 1st Floor, Administration Building (412) 396-5000

Degree/Non-Degree (Evening)	Evening and Summer Programs 216 Rockwell Hall (412) 396-6232

Business School Recruiter	705 Rockwell Hall Pittsburgh, PA 15282 Phone: (412) 396-6277 Fax: (412) 396-5304

International Admissions

Acceptance of all international students will be contingent upon the successful completion of the Duquesne University English Placement tests and any required English language course work. This may involve at least one semester or more of course work until such time as the student's English proficiency sufficiently improves to take undergraduate classes.

International applicants must return the completed application form to Duquesne's Office of International Affairs. In addition to all regular requirements, international student applicants must provide certified official copies of all academic documents and transcripts along with certified English translations. All items must be submitted at least six months before expected entry into the University.

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Transfer Admissions

Students transferring from a school of business that is accredited by AACSB—The International Association for Management Education—must present an overall quality point average of 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale) or better. For other students, including those transferring from another school within the University, a quality point average of 2.50 or better overall and a grade of C or better in all business courses and their highest level math course are necessary. New students are advised to complete admissions requirements prior to participating in any registration activities.

Up to 60 credits of course work taken outside of the School of Business will be accepted for transfer credit. No more than 27 of those credits may consist of business courses. Exceptions will be made if the student is enrolled in a school with an established articulation agreement with Duquesne University. If extenuating circumstances exist, the student may petition the Student Standing Committee.

For further information, the student should consult an academic advisor at (412) 396-6277.

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