Overview
Chatham University is a liberal arts college based in Pittsburgh, PA. CU offers 60 majors and programs, also providing Integrated Degree Programs to complete a bachelor’s and master’s more quickly. The university is comprised of three campuses, the main Shayside campus, Eastside campus, and the Eden Hall Campus. Shayside features a 39-acre arboretum and the LEED certified Chatham Eastside building. Eden Hall is the first campus in the world built for the primary purpose of studying sustainable living, learning, and development—it produces zero carbon emissions and produces more energy than it consumes.
Acceptance Rate:
66%
Average Net Price:
$28,310
Campus Setting:
Major city
Average GPA
3.7
Average ACT Composite
25
Average SAT Composite
1145
Virtual Tour
Tuition, Cost & Aid
Affordability & Cost
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $43,810 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $43,810 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $14,324 |
| Books and Supplies | $1000 |
Average Net Price By Family Income
Financial Aid: visit page
Financial Aid Email: [email protected]
Aid & Grants
0
100
61%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
25%
Average Aid Per Year
$27,330
25%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,832
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$24,144
Students receiving state aid Students receiving federal aid
30%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$5638
26%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,832
Average Grant & Scholarship By Family Income
Total Needs Based Scholarships/Grants Total amount of grant or scholarship aid awarded to all undergraduates from the federal government, state/local government, the institution, and other sources known to the institution.
$30,695,096
Total Non-Need-Based Scholarships/Grants
$3,776,597
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
91%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$10,146
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$15,554
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$205
Students receiving federal loans
91%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$5,500
Average Other Loans Per Year
$17,385
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Private
- Not for Profit
- Coed
Need Blind
This school does not consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Major city
3514
Students Applied
68%
Transfer Acceptance Rate
84
Transfer Students Admitted
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Test Optional
Yes
SAT Subject Tests
Yes
AP Course Credit
Yes
Dual Enrollment
Yes
Important Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Fall Regular Decision | August 1 |
Rolling Admissions
The college has rolling admissions, which means applications are accepted any time throughout the year.
Application Fee
$35
Fee waivers availableApplications Accepted
Admitted Student Stats
11%
Submitting ACT
36%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 25
Average SAT Composite: 1145
SAT Percentiles
Math
Reading
3.7
Average GPA
Students Enrolled By Class Rank
Admissions Resources
For International Student Services: visit page
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
For Veteran Services: visit page
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Doctorate
Total Number of Students
2,387
Total Number of Undergrads
1,499
0
100
55%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
62%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
10:1
US National: 21:1Non Traditional Learning
- Online Classes
- Online Undergrad Degrees
- Summer Sessions
- Combined Institution Double Degree Programs
- Some Programs Requires Co-Op/Internship
Learning Options
- Study Abroad
- Honors Program
- Teacher Certification Offered
Classroom Sizes
Degrees and Majors
MAJORS
68
Faculty Overview
0
100
92%
Faculty With Terminal Degree US National: 36%
Gender
Ethnicity
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Residency
Size of Town
Major city
US States Represented
35
Countries Represented
21
Ethnicity
Percent of First Generation Students
30%
Student Organizations
52
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
No
On Campus Women's Center
Yes
Cultural Student Resource Groups
Yes
Housing
0
100
62%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Disability Housing Available
Yes
0
100
58%
Freshman Living on Campus
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Cougars
School Colors
purple and gray
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Not applicable
Total Male Athletes
48
Total Female Athletes
101
Intramural Sports
13
Sports Club
15
Sports Team (Men)
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Ice Hockey
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Swimming
- Track and Field
- Squash
Sports Team (Women)
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Ice Hockey
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming
- Track and Field
- Volleyball
- Squash
Chatham University Athletics: visit page
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
24-HR escort safety rides
Yes
Mobile campus emergency alert
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$43,400
Top 5 Cities
Pittsburgh
New York
Washington
Philadelphia
Boston
Top 5 Employers
UPMC
University of Pittsburgh
Allegheny Health Network
Pittsburgh Public Schools
PNC
Top 5 Sectors
Healthcare Services
Education
Business Development
Community and Social Services
Operations
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$15,554
Loan Default Rate
2%
National: 8%
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$205
REVIEWS
Read What Students Are SayingClasses are very nice. I am only taking first year courses at the moment, but everything I am learning is either going to be beneficial to me in the real world, or help me in my career. It is nice because if Chatham doesn't offer the class you want, you can duel-enroll with any of the classes that Pitt offers!
Anonymous Reviewer
I really love the atmosphere at this school and how personal everything is here. I love that my professors all know my name and some of my interests outside of class.
Paige from Erie, PA
As a Gateway student I feel Chatham has been a great experience for me. I enjoy the program I am in (Cultural Studies) and the faculty and students are wonderful and warm. Everyone seems to have an open door policy!
Amanda from Bellevue, PA
Beautiful Campus!
Great Professors/Staff /classes!
Wonderful student groups and support !
Great Professors/Staff /classes!
Wonderful student groups and support !
M from Pittsburgh, PA
Chatham is an amazing school with great professors. The professors take the time to get to know you and do everything they can to help you do your best. I am very proud to attend such a great school.
Jessica from Cedar Rapids, IA
Chatham University is an amazing college to come from. Chatham professors help you do many great things. Student Activities has a lot of events on campus and off.
chatham university is a safe empowering environment where women learn to be professional and strong.
One of the best writing school on the east coast!
ROBIN from WINTER PARK, FL
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