Chatham University is a highly ranked and respected institution with a 150-year history, centrally located in one of the US's most livable cities: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. We offer over 40 academic programs in health and wellness; sustainability; business and communication; and the arts and sciences–all enhanced by our commitment to professional skill and career development.

What else? Engaging faculty. Internships. Integrated bachelors and masters programs. A stunning, park-like campus minutes from major Pittsburgh attractions (and a second location built for the study and practice of sustainability). Best of all, you'll get the hands-on, experiential education you expect from a private university at an affordable cost through Chatham’s generous scholarships and need-based financial aid.

But don't just take it from us – explore Chatham for yourself.

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Admissions

Application Deadline

Rolling Admissions

Acceptance Rate

66%

SAT Range

ACT Range

Application Fee

SAT/ACT

Neither required nor recommended

High School GPA

Required

Accepts Common App

Yes

Cost

Net Price

$28,310 / year

National

$15,523

Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.

Average Total Aid Awarded

$24,740 / year

National

$7,535

Students Receiving Financial Aid

100%

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Academics

Professors

C+

Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.

Student Faculty Ratio

6:1

Evening Degree Programs

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Majors

Biology

At Chatham University, the study of biology spans the spectrum from unlocking the secrets of the gene at the molecular level to providing the knowledge to help understand the causes and spread of diseases.

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Online

Programs Offered Entirely Online

Offers Online Courses

Yes

Online Certificate Programs

Online Associates Programs

Online Bachelor's Programs

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Mix of Online and on Campus
70%
On Campus
4%
Online
26%

Students

Full-Time Enrollment

1,071 Undergrads

Part-Time Undergrads

287

Undergrads Over 25

16%

Pell Grant

31%

Varsity Athletes

28%

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Campus Life

Freshmen Live On-Campus

89%

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After College

Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation

$36,600 / year

National

$33,028

Graduation Rate

62%

National

49%

Employed 2 Years After Graduation

91%

National

83%