Chatham University
About Chatham University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Chatham University is a private university in Pittsburgh, PA. It has a 66.3% acceptance rate and a 68% graduation rate, serving approximately 1,207 students.
Founded
1869
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Students
1,991
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
62%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
63.1%
Near national average
Tuition
$44,626
Per year
Avg Net Price
$29,954
After financial aid
SAT Average
1198
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$52,410
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
62 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Chatham University accepts 62% of applicants and doesn't require standardized tests. Focus on your grades and personal statement, and you have a solid chance.
SAT Scores
1198/ 1600
ACT Scores
26/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
63.1% complete their degree within six years
Retention
77.8%
4-Year Grad
56%
6-Year Grad
63%
Teaching Quality
10:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$13.4K
Class Size
Small
While 56% finish in 4 years, 77.8% of freshmen do return for sophomore year. Many students here may take a bit longer, but they stick with it.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$44,626
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$13,600
Books & Supplies
$1,000
Total Cost of Attendance
$61,261
After Financial Aid
$29,954
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$22,675
Receive Grants
21.8%
Take Loans
52.9%
The total cost of attendance runs about $61,261/yr, including $13,600 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $29,954.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Chatham University fund their education.
While in School
21.8%
Get Grants
Free money
52.9%
Take Loans
Must repay
$56,203
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$23,250
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$246/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Students typically graduate with $23,250 in debt, below the national median. That's a manageable amount for most career paths.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Chatham University.
Gender
67.3%
Female
33%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,232
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
759
Graduates
29.7%
First-Gen
22 yrs
Avg Age
14.3%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 67% of the student body. 29.7% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Large
Campus Quick Facts
1,232
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Doctoral
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Chatham University fields 13 varsity teams with 420 student athletes, about 34% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division III without football
Conference
Presidents'
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
13
Biggest: Lacrosse
Student Athletes
420
34% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
51% / 49%
215
Men
205
Women
11
Men's Teams
11
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Chatham Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$52,410
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Psychology, General
$38K
35 grads
1yr Earnings
Biology, General
$66K
34 grads
4yr Earnings
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
$74K
25 grads
4yr Earnings
Sustainability Studies
$19K
24 grads
1yr Earnings
Interior Architecture
$46K
21 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$70K
16 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $49K six years out, growing to $52K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.