Chatham University

I’m an ELP student, I took classes in the summer it was so quiet and peaceful, I always see lots of dears and bambies 😻😻 …

Very nice court it’s looks pretty new but the parking is horrible get ready to walk

The best small University you never heard of. Located in the East End of Pittsburgh. Easy access to all of Pittsburgh’s many cultural,sports, and foodie activities. Offers a variety of undergraduate and graduate degrees. Home to Eden Hall campus -the greenest campus around. Main campus is beautiful and has been designated an arboretum.

What an absolutely astronomical waste of time, effort and money! I am struggling to find ANY job that enables me to make ends meet! Any jobs that I am potentially qualified for are far outside of my degree path. I cannot morally condone any aspiring student to choose sustainability science as their major without carefully weighing their career options first! If you are unsure like I was, go to nursing school, business, engineering or literally any other degree path! You could make more money working MLM/Pyramid schemes than you will with this degree. The ONLY thing this school is good for is putting up a facade for environmental/social advancements, and taking credit for students hard earned research. Please DO NOT waste your hard earned money and potential here, there are MUCH better options. Anybody who has actually succeeded beyond this program had SUPPLEMENTED their OTHER degrees with sustainability science. - Feel free to research any notable alumni and NOTE THEIR DEGREE(S)! - Saying that I regret giving Chatham University a chance is a colossal understatement. These are years of my life utterly wasted.

It is a beautiful campus. Great students and very chill atmosphere.

I attended Chatham for 1 1/2 years in the Food Studies graduate program before transferring to another university. While my time in Pittsburgh was great and I had many once-in-a-lifetime experiences because of my attendance at Chatham, I feel that the program was nothing like I was led to believe and I often wondered while I was there if things were being done the best possible way. Many great advancements have been happening there over the past couple of years, especially in the Falk School of Sustainability. But it always felt super rushed, like they wanted to be the first ones to do this and thus didn't quite get the input from students and community that they should have. For instance, when they transferred the entire school out to the farm, many of us students were left hanging, with decisions being made without our input that didn't benefit us and often made our lives more complicated. Also, many new classes would be offered that were exciting but felt poorly planned. Ideas for courses would be posed just months (weeks, for one of them!) before offering them. While those teachers were certainly qualified to deliver that course, there simply wasn't enough fore-thought and planning put into the curriculum. I had enrolled in one of those courses because it sounded amazing and perfect for what I want to do, but it was extremely disorganized and didn't even feel like it was graduate level information being offered. Chatham as an undergrad school is also somewhat lacking from what I could see. There are very few majors actually offered in comparison to other schools, and those that exist also have very limited course offerings. It is a great place to go for that small-school feel and to be able to have your voice easily (sometimes TOO easily, given some of the voices that were loudest when I was there) heard by staff, students, and community. It offers a very welcoming atmosphere for diversity and, because of its small size, more opportunity to take on leadership roles in student organizations and such. But there are other schools that aren't as flashy and high-profile that can offer the same programs and just as many unique opportunities at a better deal. Chatham is pricey!!

Amazing scenic campus in middle of the city. Good for walks and nature lovers!

Chatham is the friendliest university! It has amazing views and awesome people!

This is a terrible university--at least from the perspective of a recent graduate student. Not only was the University's director of Student Accounts (Alden Watters Jr.) arrested and charged with forgery, but considering student housing, administration, available student resources (including post-graduation career advising, etc.), some professor(s) playing politics & exacerbating an already tumultuous time for students, this is far and away the most crooked university I've ever had the displeasure of attending. It should be said there are a few fantastic professors who really made the program worthwhile and indeed enjoyable, though they are unfortunately not valued appropriately by the university. The sustainability of Eden Hall campus is also, frankly, laughable. Prospective students are strongly advised to attend another university or, at the bare minimum, tour Chatham in person and ask hard questions bluntly (How does Eden Hall factor into the financials of Chatham University? What is the base pay rate for students who hold jobs on campus? How will faculty be held accountable for predatory/questionable behavior and treatment of students? What does diversity of professors and executive-level management look like to Chatham? Are professors on the cutting-edge of their field and in tune with current trends/issues/solutions? What is the housing situation and will the university honor leases it enters into with students? What resources are available for students along their graduation trajectory, concerning professional development and career skills? Are some students treated preferentially by executive-level professors and how do you rectify these situations? What is the job outlook for graduates who hold XYZ degrees? Does the dining hall offer meals using ingredients primarily sourced from the campus farm? Will my papers be graded in a timely fashion with appropriate comments and edits where necessary? Will students be caught in the crossfire of professor/administration feuds and treated with disrespect in the classroom? Do professors speak poorly of current students to other students? Are some students given preferential treatment regarding thesis timelines and professor access, how will they be held accountable? Will course expectations for success be explained clearly and the syllabus adhered to, and if not, what is the process for rectifying this issue?)

A horrible, miserable place to go to school. They’re horrific with accommodating students with disabilities. No air conditioning in the dorms or in the class rooms. Some professors are great; however, most of them are stuck on a high horse and treat students like a burden. The deans are god awful, along with the president. Honestly disappointed by the fact that I even paid to go here. Most of the first years I’ve spoke to are transferring. The housing department is also composed of some of the most incompetent, rude, and self-centered individuals I’ve ever met in my life. They show potential students this ideal school, but the reality of coming here is absolutely miserable. Can’t wait to transfer.

Beautiful campus. A little sad the my daughter's first year of college is drastically affected by covid-19.

While Chatham offers exciting educational opportunities, they are openly hostile toward individuals seeking accommodations for a disability. I write this review because I know several people who dropped out because of the administration’s …

Maybe time has changed things, or the people who decided to make reviews are only those who are disgruntled, who knows? Considering my experience and the dedication of the alumnae, I can't imagine Chatham has lost its luster. Chatham is not …

Chatham University has a beautiful Campus. It is not less than a park. If you are a nature lover, it is an amazing place to come to. Fresh air and amazing views.

A nice place! A small campus tucked right off the main road, up on a hill, in the midst of high dollar homes. We visited the school and had a nice time.

chatham seems to have deleted the previous one lol 🤨 but yeah if i could take back ever coming here i absolutely would. they say they’re this super liberal and minority caring campus but it’s the total opposite. someone said that “unless …

Chatham University has amazing teachers. However their help desk is completely unhelpful and delayed the starting of many classes due to their incompetence. President Finegold made no inkling of help, instead made excuses and pushed aside any responsibility for the continuing shortcomings of his staff.

Expensive, and not ethical. They spread a group email of students on financial aid, and wanted them to attend rich old people parties to be grateful for donations. It is a smarmy practice. Many of the best profs have left.

Visited the Jenny King Mellon Library at Chatham U on 4/17/22. For now, due to lingering covid policies, they are NOT allowing outsiders to access this library. Will try again next year...

Most peaceful and calming place.