Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
70.11%
SAT Average
1,205
ACT Range
23-27
Chatham University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 70.11%. This means approximately 701 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 1,252 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
70.11%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Middle States Commission on Higher Education | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $43,810 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $43,810 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $56,981 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $25,717 | State avg: $20,881. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 21.08% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 63.64% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Chatham University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$43,810
Room and board
$14,324
Books and supplies
$1,000
Other expenses
$2,500
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$56,981
Average net price
$25,717
Average aid coverage
55%
$31,264 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Chatham University pays approximately $25,717 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Pennsylvania average of $20,881 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Chatham University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Pennsylvania and national averages.
Chatham University net price
$25,717
Pennsylvania average
$20,881
National average
$17,506
Chatham University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $43,810 and average net price at $25,717. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$43,810
Current net price
$25,717
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
66.20%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$52,410
Undergraduates
1,252
10-Year Median Earnings - Chatham University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Chatham University graduates earn about 1.2x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Chatham University?
Undergraduates
1,252
Completion rate
66.20%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
21.08%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
63.64%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 21.08% of Chatham University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 63.64% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Chatham University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Chatham University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Chatham University lists Middle States Commission on Higher Education as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Chatham University is listed at Woodland Road, Office of Institutional Research, Pittsburgh, PA 15232. Accreditor: Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
Compare Schools
Compare Chatham University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chatham University | 70.11% | $43,810 | $25,717 | $52,410 |
| Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine | Not available | Not available | Not available | $138,767 |
| Carnegie Mellon University | 11.40% | $63,829 | $31,671 | $114,862 |
| University of Pennsylvania | 5.87% | $66,104 | $31,229 | $111,371 |
| Lehigh University | 29.26% | $62,180 | $33,549 | $105,584 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chatham University's acceptance rate?
Chatham University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 70.11%.
How much is Chatham University tuition?
Chatham University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $43,810.
What is Chatham University's average net price?
Chatham University's average net price in the local dataset is $25,717.
What does Chatham University cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $20,839 for Chatham University students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Chatham University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $52,410 for Chatham University.
Is Chatham University accredited?
Chatham University's accreditor in the local dataset is Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
How many students attend Chatham University?
The local dataset lists 1,252 undergraduate students at Chatham University.
What percentage of Chatham University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Chatham University in the local dataset is 21.08%.
What is the federal loan rate at Chatham University?
The federal loan rate for Chatham University in the local dataset is 63.64%.
Where should I verify Chatham University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Chatham University or the latest official federal education data.