Chatham University
A good fit for students who want small classes and close faculty access. no major red flags in the data. financial aid brings net price below sticker.
About This School
Chatham University is a private nonprofit institution located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania with approximately 1,232 undergraduate students enrolled. Chatham University has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 62%. The average net price after financial aid is $29,954 per year. The graduation rate is 63%, and the typical graduate earns $43,400 within 10 years of enrollment.
Chatham University is a private university in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States. Originally founded as a women's college, it began enrolling men in undergraduate programs in 2015. It enrolls about 2,110 students, including 1,002 undergraduate students and 1,108 graduate students.
The numbers tell a mixed story here: a 66% graduation rate and $43,400 in median earnings 10 years out are below average for a private university charging $25,717/year after aid, which raises real questions about long-term value. On the positive side, the debt load at graduation is relatively manageable at $18,326, and Pittsburgh is a genuinely strong city for internships and job connections in healthcare, sustainability, and education — fields where Chatham has built real programs. Worth considering if you're drawn to a small, personal environment and have a clear career path in mind, but look closely at outcomes data for your specific major before committing.
Popular Programs
Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.
Notable Alumni
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Admissions
SAT Scores
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Cost & Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Financial Aid
Full Cost
After Graduation
Will This School Pay Off?
Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.
Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.
Student Body
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (1,232 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
Address
Chatham University
Woodland Road, Office of Institutional Research
Pittsburgh, PA 15232
Official Links
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Sources & Methodology
Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.
School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.
- Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
- Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
- Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
- Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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