About Duquesne
One of the nation's top Catholic universities, Duquesne University provides a well-rounded education that will challenge you academically while nourishing your spiritual and ethical development. Founded more than 130 years ago by the Congregation of the Holy Spirit, Duquesne University is the only Spiritan institution of higher education in the United States.
5800 Undergrads
4500 Graduates
50* (1%)Jewish Undergrads(Percent of Population)
50* (1%)Jewish Graduates(Percent of Population)
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Campus Information
Private/Public
US Region
Commuter/Residential
Tuition (in-state)
Tuition (out-of-state)
Female/Male %/%
Acceptance Rate%
Size
Location
Out-of-State/Int'l %/%
Greek School
(participation rates)
Jewish Life
Birthright Participation
(average # of students)(
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Alt Break Participation 
# Jewish Studies Courses
Jewish Studies Major or Minor
Study Abroad in Israel
Rabbi/Jewish Educator on Campus
Engagement Internship
Israel Fellow
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There is currently no Hillel affiliated organization on this campus.
For more information on Jewish life on this campus, contact the university's student/religious life department.
If you are part of a Jewish student organization on this campus, learn how to become affiliated.