Duquesne University is a private Catholic university in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, founded in 1878 by the Congregation of the Holy Spirit (Spiritans). Perched on a bluff above the Monongahela River, Duquesne's campus offers stunning views of downtown Pittsburgh. The university offers a residential experience for undergraduate students with a range of residence halls from traditional-style to apartment-style living. Duquesne emphasizes academic excellence, leadership development, and service to others in the Spiritan Catholic tradition.
