Chatham University is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania with 1,232 undergraduates. It admits 62% of applicants, costs an average of $25,502 a year after grants and graduates 64% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Chatham University acceptance rate and admissions
Chatham University admitted 62% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024 (reading and writing 550 to 670, math 520 to 625). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Chatham University application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early action | Nov 1, 2026 (passed) |
| Rolling admission | Applications reviewed as they arrive |
Application fee through the Common App: free for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on Chatham University’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
Chatham University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $45,986 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $14,008 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $61,097 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $25,502 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $25,502 a year after grants and scholarships, $35,595 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Chatham University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Chatham University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 64% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $61,561 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $23,380 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 38% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Chatham University majors and what graduates earn
Chatham University awarded bachelor's degrees in 42 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from nursing ($86,034).
All 42 majors at Chatham University
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Chatham University
21 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 21 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Physical and occupational therapy | Professional doctorate | 87 | n/a | n/a |
| Nursing | Professional doctorate | 61 | n/a | n/a |
| Allied health (PA, radiography, therapy and more) | Master's | 59 | $108,168 | $126,500 |
| Clinical and counseling psychology | Master's | 55 | $48,449 | $61,500 |
| Business administration | Master's | 30 | $72,682 | $30,750 |
| Biology | Master's | 23 | $41,162 | $35,714 |
| Psychology | Master's | 13 | n/a | n/a |
| Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other | Master's | 13 | $65,189 | n/a |
| International Agriculture | Master's | 9 | n/a | n/a |
| Psychology | Professional doctorate | 9 | n/a | n/a |
| Interior Architecture | Master's | 7 | $48,293 | n/a |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies | Master's | 7 | $44,439 | $37,300 |
| Sustainability Studies | Master's | 7 | n/a | n/a |
| Nursing | Master's | 7 | n/a | n/a |
| Computer and information sciences | Master's | 4 | n/a | n/a |
| Graphic and industrial design | Master's | 3 | n/a | n/a |
| Communication | Master's | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Film and photography | Master's | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Special education | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Teacher education by subject | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Architectural Sciences and Technology | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 1,232 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 67% women, 33% men
- 10 students for every faculty member
- Setting: large city
- Accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Chatham University?
Chatham University admitted 62% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Chatham University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $45,986. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $25,502 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for Chatham University?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 550 to 670 in reading and writing and 520 to 625 in math, and 21 to 30 on the ACT. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is Chatham University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Chatham University reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Chatham University?
64% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Chatham University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $61,561 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.