Acceptance Rate
62%
Avg. SAT
1295
75th percentile
“Pittsburgh private with women's college roots, pioneering sustainability on the world's first LEED Platinum campus.”
Pittsburgh, PA
Location
Chatham University traces its origins to 1869, when it opened as Pennsylvania Female College, the first institution of higher learning for women west of Philadelphia. It evolved into a university focused on sustainability and professional preparation, welcoming men as undergraduates starting in 2015. Students who thrive here tend to be independent and purpose-driven, drawn to environmental action, health sciences, or design in a close-knit setting where professors know your name.
The campus splits between the historic Shadyside location amid Pittsburgh's tree-lined streets and the expansive Eden Hall Campus, a 431-acre sustainability showcase. Pittsburgh offers an urban backdrop with riverside trails, museums, and pro sports teams, all at a lower cost of living than coastal cities. Tradeoffs include a limited range of majors due to the small size—under 2,000 undergrads—and tuition near $41,000, though the intimate scale fosters strong advising.
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Chatham shines in sustainability through the Falk School, where you'll tackle climate solutions amid hands-on labs on a net-zero campus, alongside rigorous programs in nursing, physician assistant studies, and interior architecture. Classes emphasize real-world projects, like designing sustainable interiors or managing campus farms, with small groups allowing direct faculty input. You'll find a practical, career-oriented intellectual vibe rather than pure theory.
The modest enrollment means attentive teaching but fewer research slots than at larger schools; popular health tracks fill quickly, so early declaration helps. Pittsburgh's healthcare hub provides clinical placements nearby, blending classroom learning with city opportunities.
Student Body
Total Enrollment
1,550 undergrad • 759 grad
Undergraduate
Graduate
International
White
65%
Black / African American
8%
Hispanic / Latino
6%
Asian
4%
Other / Multi-racial
17%
Campus Life
Varsity Athletics
NCAA Athletics
Campus life pulses with sustainability at its core—you might spend weekends at the on-site apiary or farm, joining environmental clubs that host river cleanups along Pittsburgh's three rivers. Social scenes mix quiet study breaks in Shadyside cafes with city festivals, Pirates games, or concerts downtown; traditions include Earth Day events and design showcases rather than massive parties. Housing draws first-years to the main campus for community building, with upperclassmen options at eco-focused Eden Hall.
A typical week balances classes, club meetings, and urban escapes, though the smaller scale means a tamer party scene than big state schools. Pittsburgh winters bring snow but mild costs, and the blend of campus green spaces with city energy suits outgoing yet focused students.
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Veteran’s Programs Available
Yellow Ribbon Program (Post-9/11 GI Bill)
Yes
Credit for military training
Yes
Member of DoD Voluntary Educational Partnership MOU
Yes
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Net Annual Cost by Household Income
Household Income
Avg. Net Cost
$0 – $30K
$21,082
$30K – $48K
$20,642
$48K – $75K
$23,683
$75K – $110K
$25,506
$110K+
$31,742
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Outcomes & Earnings
Retention Rate
78%
4 Years Graduation Rate
66%
6 Years Graduation Rate
69%
Median 10-Year Earnings
$52,410
78% of first-time, full-time students complete their freshman year at Chatham University and return in the fall. 66% of first-time, full-time students graduate in 4 years, and 69% graduate within 6 years.
Graduation Rate
4-year grads
66%
4-5 years
3%
6-8 years
1%
Non-grad
30%
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Key Statistics
Type
Private
Tuition
$40,625
Acceptance
62%
Undergrads
1,550
4-Year Grad Rate
66%
Endowment
$118M
Pittsburgh, PA 15232