Annapolis vs. Duquesne University

Comparable Facts

Compare United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland with Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, PA on tuition, admissions, graduation, earnings, and student body data using the table above.

Duquesne University is larger than Annapolis based on total student enrollment (8,234 students vs. 4,474 students).

Location, institution type, and student-faculty ratio

• United States Naval Academy is located in Annapolis, Maryland (Large Suburban setting); Duquesne University is in Pittsburgh, PA (Large City setting).
• United States Naval Academy is a public, non-profit 4-year institution. Duquesne University is a private, non-profit 4-year institution.
• Student-to-faculty ratio: United States Naval Academy 8:1; Duquesne University 12:1.

Annapolis vs. Duquesne University Cost Comparison

Which college is more expensive, Annapolis or Duquesne University? Published tuition is the sticker price; many students pay less after aid (see average net price below).

• In-state tuition differs between Duquesne University and Annapolis ($48,986.00 vs. $0.00).
• Out-of-state tuition differs between Duquesne University and United States Naval Academy ($48,986.00 vs. $0.00).
• A larger share of students receive grant aid at Duquesne University than at United States Naval Academy (100% vs. 0%).

Annapolis vs. Duquesne University Admissions comparison

Which college is harder to get into, Annapolis or Duquesne University? Typical SAT and ACT scores (midpoint estimates from the mid-50% ranges in the table above), enrolled-tester score ranges where reported, test score submission policy, deadlines, and acceptance rates summarize admission difficulty between Duquesne University and Annapolis.

• The typical SAT score (midpoint estimate) at United States Naval Academy (1310) is 50 points higher than at Duquesne University (1260).
• Incoming Duquesne University students have a 1 point higher typical ACT composite (midpoint estimate) (29 vs. 28 at Annapolis).
• Reported middle 50% SAT composite range (25th-75th percentile) among enrolled freshmen who submitted scores: United States Naval Academy 1210/1410; Duquesne University 1180/1340.
• Reported middle 50% ACT composite range (25th-75th percentile) among enrolled freshmen who submitted scores: United States Naval Academy 25/31; Duquesne University 26/32.
• Submitting SAT or ACT scores: Annapolis - Required; Duquesne University - Test optional.
• Typical fall application deadline: Annapolis Jan 31, 2027; Duquesne University Aug 15, 2027.
• Enrolled freshman Annapolis students have the same average high school GPA (3.8) as students at Duquesne University (3.8).
• Duquesne University has a higher acceptance rate (83.6%) than Annapolis (9.3%).
• The share of admitted students who enrolled (yield) is 84.2% at Annapolis vs. 13.4% at Duquesne University.

Annapolis vs. Duquesne University Graduation Outcomes Comparison

How do outcomes compare for Annapolis and Duquesne University? Where federal data is available for both schools, the bullets below compare graduation rate, earnings, and student loan debt using the same College Scorecard / IPEDS fields as the comparison table. If a metric is missing for one school, that school is noted separately.

• Duquesne University's six-year graduation rate is 73%. Comparable graduation rate data is not available for Annapolis.
• Graduates from Duquesne University have median earnings of about $65,100 about ten years after starting college (College Scorecard). Comparable earnings data is not available for Annapolis.

Sources: U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov IPEDS and College Scorecard https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/. Values reflect the most recent year available in our dataset.