by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a Chatham degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how Chatham measures up.
Chatham is ranked #2,431 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of D. Within Pennsylvania, it ranks #108 of 168 for value.
Among the majors Chatham offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Registered Nursing | #766 of 966 |
| Nursing | #766 of 966 |
| Biology Studies | #786 of 1,050 |
| General Biology | #787 of 1,055 |
| Biology | #787 of 1,055 |
| Biological & Biomedical Sciences | #827 of 1,108 |
| General Psychology | #830 of 1,068 |
| Psychology | #830 of 1,068 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #989 of 1,275 |
Read the full Chatham value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Chatham University is ranked #61 out of #181 in Pennsylvania for quality and #108 out of #168 for Pennsylvania value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the Chatham financial aid page to be sure.
Chatham University is ranked #2,431 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Chatham University is overpriced for the quality of education it provides.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Chatham costs about $30,897. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $123,587 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $61,375 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $29,954 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $30,897 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $123,587 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about Chatham net price and the factors that affect it.
What Chatham costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Chatham degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $245,500 | — | — |
| All Students | $123,587 | #2,431 | D |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $119,816 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $245,500 | — | — |
| All Students | $123,587 | #108 | D |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $119,816 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at Chatham shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $20,839 |
| $30K–$48K | $20,621 |
| $48K–$75K | $22,983 |
| $75K–$110K | $26,245 |
| Over $110K | $27,814 |
About 97% of Chatham undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $27,622 per year. Get more details on the Chatham financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average Chatham cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.