Post-Graduation Statistics

Each year, the Office of Career Development collects data related to the career outcomes of our most recent alumni, guided by best practices set by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) First Destination Survey. This page provides a high-level overview of the data collected, both institution-wide and by program area.

Class of 2025 Career Outcomes

Six months after graduation, Chatham University alumni are launching meaningful careers, advancing their education, and applying their skills in real-world settings. These outcomes reflect the value of a Chatham education and our commitment to preparing students for lives of purpose, meaning, and fulfilling work.

The latest results: six months after graduation, 91% of undergraduate students and 95% of graduate students from the class of 2025 were employed or enrolled in continuing education.*

*These career-outcome rates are calculated in accordance with the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) Career Outcomes definition through Chatham’s annual post-graduation career survey.

Graduate Employer Highlights

Class of 2025 graduates are working with leading healthcare systems, corporations, and universities across the country. A few highlighted employers include UPMC, Allegheny Health Network, PNC, Highmark Health, SAP, Dick’s Sporting Goods, PPG, Johns Hopkins Hospital, Yale New Haven Hospital, and institutions such as the University of Pittsburgh, the University of Pennsylvania, and Chatham University.

Undergraduate Outcome Details

Six months after graduation, undergraduate alumni in the Class of 2025 are achieving strong early-career results.

  • Career Outcomes Rate: 91%
  • Employed Full-Time in Field: 90%
  • Continuing Education (Enrolled): 30%
  • Mean Salary (self-reported): $44,530

Undergraduate Full-time Employment by Industry Type

  • Private Sector, 54%
  • Healthcare, 24%
  • Non-Profit/Other, 17%
  • Government, 5%

These outcomes demonstrate strong alignment between undergraduate academic programs and career pathways, as well as continued interest in graduate and professional education.

Graduate Outcome Details

Graduate alumni in the Class of 2025 report particularly strong career placement and earnings outcomes within six months of graduation.

  • Career Outcomes Rate: 95%
  • Employed Full-Time in Field: 92%
  • Continuing Education (Enrolled): 3%
  • Mean Salary (self-reported): $83,252

Graduate Full-time Employment by Industry Type

  • Healthcare, 56%
  • Other, 28%
  • Higher Education, 11%
  • Government, 5%

These results reflect the career-focused nature of Chatham’s graduate programs and the value of advanced credentials in the marketplace.

Supporting Career Success

Chatham students are supported throughout their academic journey by career-focused resources and experiential learning opportunities, including:

  • Career coaching and advising
  • Internships, clinical experiences, and experiential learning opportunities
  • Employer engagement and networking
  • Resume, interview, and job search preparation
  • Graduate and professional school planning
  • Faculty mentorship and program-embedded career development

Together, these supports help students translate their education into successful post-graduation outcomes. Learn more at https://www.chatham.edu/student-experience/career-development/index.html.

What Counts as a Career Outcome?

Chatham University aligns post-graduation reporting with the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) Career Outcomes definition. Career outcomes include graduates who, within six months of graduation, are:

  • Employed (full-time or part-time)
  • Continuing their education
  • Participating in volunteer or service programs
  • Serving in the military
  • Pursuing other positive destinations

This approach ensures consistency with national standards and supports meaningful comparisons across institutions.

Methodology Notes

  • Career Outcomes Rate is calculated in accordance with the NACE Career Outcomes definition.
  • The percent employed full-time in the field is calculated from respondents who provided employment status.
  • Salary figures reflect the mean salary reported by graduates.
  • All data reflect outcomes measured six months after degree completion.