Chatham University Women's Ice Hockey
Chatham University (CU) · Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania · Private nonprofit university
Chatham University Women's Ice Hockey coaches
Coaches at Chatham University who recruit Women's Ice Hockey, head coach first.
The program
Where Chatham University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division III
- Conference
- Presidents' Athletic Conference
- Program level
- Somewhat Recognized
- Athletics site
- gochathamcougars.com
How you compare
The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.
Popular majors
- Test policy
- Considered but not Required
- Student-to-faculty
- 10 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 63% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Chatham University in Pittsburgh.
- Location
- Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Eastern
- Website
- chatham.edu
About Chatham University Women's Ice Hockey
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Alex Ochterbeck, the Head Women's Hockey Coach, leads the Chatham University Women's Ice Hockey staff of 4 coaches, verified October 2026. Chatham University (CU) competes in NCAA Division III Women's Ice Hockey as a member of the Presidents' Athletic Conference. Under NCAA rules, Division III coaches can call and message recruits at any time. Chatham University is a small private school in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania with 2,309 undergraduates, a 62% acceptance rate and an average net price of $29,051 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Chatham University Women's Ice Hockey
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Alex Ochterbeck, the Head Women's Hockey Coach and Meg Sawatzky, the Assistant Women's Ice Hockey Coach. Chatham University has 4 coaches for Women's Ice Hockey, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
- Lead with your numbersPut your position, height and weight, league and season stats in the subject line and first sentences. Division III programs don't offer athletic scholarships, so add your GPA and intended major too.
- Send your videoInclude shift clips from recent games, with the link near the top so Alex can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Chatham University typically score 1070–1295 on the SAT and 21–30 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
- Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Chatham University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
Email Coach Alex Ochterbeck at Chatham University from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Email Coach AlexHow ice hockey recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Chatham University Women's Ice Hockey FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Chatham University D3?
Yes. Chatham University competes in NCAA Division III Women's Ice Hockey, in the Presidents' Athletic Conference.
Is Chatham University public or private?
Chatham University is a private nonprofit school in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
What conference is Chatham University Women's Ice Hockey in?
The Presidents' Athletic Conference.
Does Chatham University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Ice Hockey?
No. NCAA Division III schools don't offer athletic scholarships, but athletes can receive academic and need-based aid.
How many coaches does Chatham University Women's Ice Hockey have?
4 coaches, led by Alex Ochterbeck, the Head Women's Hockey Coach.
Who is the head coach of Chatham University Women's Ice Hockey?
Alex Ochterbeck is the Head Women's Hockey Coach.
When can Chatham University Women's Ice Hockey coaches contact recruits?
Under NCAA rules, Division III coaches can call and message recruits at any time. You can email the coaches yourself at any age. Rules change, so check your sport's current NCAA recruiting calendar.
Can you walk on to Chatham University Women's Ice Hockey?
It depends on roster space each year. The best way to find out is to email the coaches with your stats and highlights and ask about walk-on spots.
How much does Chatham University cost?
In-state tuition is $43,518 and out-of-state tuition is $43,518 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $29,051.
What is the Chatham University acceptance rate?
62% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Chatham University?
Admitted students typically score 1070–1295 on the SAT and 21–30 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Chatham University Women's Ice Hockey coaches?
Start a free 7-day AthleticScholar trial to see each coach's email and send a personal message from your own Gmail, with follow-ups until they reply.
Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.
