Chatham University is a private university located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA. The following is a detailed introduction:

School History

The school was founded on December 11, 1869, formerly known as Pennsylvania Women's College. It was renamed Chatham College in 1955 and was granted university status by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in 2007.

Academic Education

Major Settings: Covering multiple fields such as art, science, business, education, and health sciences, it provides undergraduate, graduate and dual degree courses, such as accounting, business administration, biology, psychological counseling, creative writing and other majors.

Teaching Features: Small class teaching, with a teacher-student ratio of 13:1, 94% of teachers have a doctorate or higher degree, focusing on practical teaching, and students can apply theory to practice through internships.

Campus Life

Campus Environment: The 39-acre campus is located in a safe area, just a few minutes' drive from downtown Pittsburgh. The campus is as beautiful as a park, with historical buildings such as century-old houses, as well as complete dormitories, expanded scientific facilities, a newly built sports and health center, and an art and design center.

Student Activities: There are 40 There are many different clubs and organizations, such as the International Student Association and the Model United Nations, as well as seven NCAA Division III varsity sports teams, including the first college women's ice hockey team in Pennsylvania.

School advantages

Ranking: 209th in the 2024 U.S. News American University Comprehensive Ranking, ranked 51st in the North of the United States, and was also rated as one of the best universities in the Northeast and one of the 286 green campuses in the United States by the Princeton Review.

Special Programs: There is a five-year master's program, and students can obtain a bachelor's and master's degree in five years; there is a cross-school registration policy, and courses can be taken in nine major universities and colleges in Pittsburgh; the test-selective admission policy applies to first-year applicants.