Chatham University Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
Chatham University is a private research university in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, enrolling about 1,232 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 61.96% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $52,410 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $44,626
- 2024 Average Net Price: $29,954 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 61.96% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 1,232 92.9% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 63.06%
- Carnegie Classification: Doctoral/Professional Universities
- First-Generation Students: 29.7%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 4.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 15.4% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 100.0%
- Average SAT Score: 1198
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 1,814
- Applicants (IPEDS): 4,169
- Room & Board: $13,600 annual estimate
Chatham University: what the data shows
Common questions about Chatham University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Chatham University?
Chatham University is located in Pittsburgh, PA (ZIP 15232).
NCES locale classification: City.
Is Chatham University public or private?
Chatham University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Chatham University cost?
Published tuition: $44,626.
Average net price after aid: $29,954.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $22,675 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $24,086 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $26,051 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $30,120 |
| $110,001+ | $33,636 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $178,504.
How hard is it to get into Chatham University?
Admission rate: 61.96%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1198.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Chatham University?
Total enrollment: 1,232 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 1,814 students.
Graduate enrollment: 759 students.
About 93% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Chatham University?
150%-time completion rate: 63.06%.
First-year retention: 77.8%.
What do graduates of Chatham University earn?
Median earnings: $48,709 six years after entry; $52,410 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $23,250.
21.83% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Chatham University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (85 completions)
- Psychology, General (60 completions)
- Counseling Psychology (55 completions)
- Occupational Therapy/Therapist (54 completions)
- Physician Associate/Assistant (51 completions)
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General (50 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (36 completions)
- Physical Therapy/Therapist (33 completions)
- Exercise Science and Kinesiology (29 completions)
- Interior Architecture (21 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Chatham University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 61.96%; completion rate 63.06%; median earnings $52,410 at 10 years; net price $29,954. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$44,626
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Chatham University was $44,626.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$29,954
2024 Value
In 2024 Chatham University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $29,954.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$119,816 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$29,954 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$178,504 4-Year Tuition
$13,600 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,000 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$59,226 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$236,904 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Chatham University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
21.83% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
52.89% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Chatham University was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Chatham University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $32,454 | $32,454 | $21,032 |
| 2014 | $33,428 | $33,428 | $12,154 |
| 2015 | $34,440 | $34,440 | $20,386 |
| 2016 | $35,475 | $35,475 | $20,739 |
| 2017 | $36,510 | $36,510 | $20,906 |
| 2018 | $37,611 | $37,611 | $23,892 |
| 2019 | $38,738 | $38,738 | $25,100 |
| 2020 | $39,902 | $39,902 | $27,830 |
| 2021 | $40,877 | $40,877 | $26,793 |
| 2022 | $42,125 | $42,125 | $30,413 |
| 2023 | $43,810 | $43,810 | $25,717 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
61.96% Acceptance Rate
4,169 Total Applicants
2,923 Students Admitted
332 First-Time Students Enrolled
11.36% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1198
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.0 - 3.4
Estimated Median GPA: 3.20
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Chatham University reported total enrollment of about 1,232 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 33% male and 67% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (76.4%), Black or African American (7.8%), and Hispanic or Latino (5.8%). About 21.83% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 29.7% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
92.9% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Chatham University in 2024 is 1,232 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 1,814 students. Graduate enrollment is about 759 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
77.8%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 76.4%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
51.87% 100% Completion Time
63.06% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 51.87% of students graduating from Chatham University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 15% male / 85% female
- Psychology, General: 12% male / 88% female
- Counseling Psychology: 13% male / 87% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Chatham University.
Return on Investment
$23,250 Median Student Debt
$52,410 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
44.36% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
337.42% Return on Investment
4.4 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Chatham University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 52 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 85 completions
2. Psychology, General: 60 completions
3. Counseling Psychology: 55 completions
4. Occupational Therapy/Therapist: 54 completions
5. Physician Associate/Assistant: 51 completions
6. Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 50 completions
7. Business Administration and Management, General: 36 completions
8. Physical Therapy/Therapist: 33 completions
9. Exercise Science and Kinesiology: 29 completions
Most popular programs at Chatham University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Chatham University graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Chatham University from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 100.0%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $8,160
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $13,358
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Chatham University is a private non-profit institution located in Pittsburgh, PA, classified as Doctoral/Professional Universities. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, Counseling Psychology. Enrollment is approximately 1,232 students. Student body composition includes White (76.4%), Black or African American (7.8%), Hispanic or Latino (5.8%). The admission rate is 61.96%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1198. The 150%-time completion rate is 63.06%. Approximately 21.83% of students receive Pell Grants. About 29.7% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Doctoral/Professional Universities
Location
Pittsburgh, PA 15232
Region: Mid East
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 52 distinct degree programs, Chatham University provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Chatham University located?
Chatham University is located in Pittsburgh, PA.
What is Chatham University's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at Chatham University is 62.0% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 4,169 applicants and 2,923 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does Chatham University cost?
Reported tuition is $44,626 and average net price is $29,954 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $13,600 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Chatham University?
Chatham University reports undergraduate enrollment of about 1,814 students, White (76.4%), Black or African American (7.8%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Chatham University?
About 29.7% of students at Chatham University are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for Chatham University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Chatham University reports midpoint SAT about 1198.
What do graduates of Chatham University earn?
Median earnings are $48,709 six years after entry and $52,410 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Chatham University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 63.1% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Chatham University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $23,250.
Is Chatham University public or private?
Chatham University is a private nonprofit institution located in Pittsburgh, PA.
Is Chatham University an HBCU?
No. Chatham University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Chatham University a tribal college?
No. Chatham University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Pennsylvania college costs
- Pennsylvania colleges by ROI
- Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania city profile
- Mid East regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Pennsylvania
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.