Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002758
- Phone: (212) 247-0000 x000
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
73.62%FINANCIAL AID RATE
100%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
13:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
2FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$22,028Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
School Map
Manhattan College
254 W 54th St, New York, NY
Manhattan College, located in New York City, New York, was founded in 1853 by the De La Salle Christian Brothers, a Catholic order begun by Saint John Baptist de La Salle, also known as the patron saint of teachers. The school was originally located on the island of Manhattan, but currently resides in the New York City area known as the Bronx.
MC maintains strong ties to Catholic church, and believes in the Lasallian tradition of assisting the underprivileged and disadvantaged through education. Manhattan College respects all individuals, has faith in God, offers a quality education, inclusive community that celebrates diversity, and a deep seeded concern for the poor and social justice.
Academics
Manhattan College offers undergraduate and graduate level studies through a diverse number of programs administered through its various schools. The school believes in providing a high quality education as outlined by the Lasallian tradition, valuing the nature and need for education at all socio-economic levels.
MC is best known for its engineering program, though the School of Arts is largest in terms of size, with the communications degree its largest program.
Programs offered include:
Admissions and Financial Aid
Students interested in enrollment at Manhattan College must provide a completed application, all pertinent transcripts, ACT and/or SAT scores, a letter of recommendation from a teacher or counselor and a personal essay. Once submitted, the enclosed material will be reviewed and a decision made for admissions.
Financial aid is available in the form of grants, loans, scholarships and work study programs. Additionally, students may pay tuition through a payment plan that allows for the payment of a year of tuition over ten months. Financial aid eligibility and awards are determined through the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Athletics
The Manhattan College Jaspers participate in a number of intercollegiate sports with the intent of fostering a healthy atmosphere of competition. Athletic programs are supported by the school as they provide the development of useful skills that may be applicable toward the student's academic and professional future. Skills such as teamwork and discipline are highly valuable and necessary for the success in team sports.
Athletic programs at Manhattan College:
- Baseball (Men Only)
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Golf (Men Only)
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball (Women Only)
- Swimming
- Indoor Track and Field
- Outdoor Track and Field
- Volleyball (Women Only)
- Tennis (women Only)
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may give an overview of the candidates Manhattan College accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
The total student enrollment at Manhattan College is about 4,200. The enrollment breakdown by academic level is 19% enrolling as graduate students and 86% as undergraduate students.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition estimates are between $40,000-$48,000 for both state residents and nonresidents
- The estimated tuition for part time students is around $1,100 to $1,300 per unit
- on campus dorms & meals are estimated to cost around $20,000
Financial Aid Details
The table listed below helps break down the types of financial aid students receive and the percent receiving aid, as well as the average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 100% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 100% | $21,651 |
Receiving Student Loans | 73% | $7,610 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, Manhattan College may provide services to students like:- Distance learning
- Weekend and night classes available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Counseling assistance
- Student employment
- Employment search assistance
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Teacher Education (Bachelor's) Program
- * Accredited by the Teacher Education Accreditation Council, Accreditation Committee (since 2005)
- Graduate Teacher Education Program
- * Accredited by the Teacher Education Accreditation Council, Accreditation Committee (since 2005)
Intercollegiate Athletics
Manhattan College is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division I without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference)
- Basketball (Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference)
- Track and Field (Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference)
- Golf
- Lacrosse
- Rowing
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming and Diving
- Volleyball
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Manhattan College by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B)
- Biochemistry (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Finance (B)
- Sales Manager (B)
- Accounting (B, M)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer Science (B)
Education
Engineering
- Civil Engineering (B, M)
- Mechanical Engineering (B, M)
- Chemical Engineering (B, M)
- Electrical Engineering (B, M)
English Language and Literature
- English (B)
Foreign Languages and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
- Mental Health Counseling (C, M)
- Radiology Technician (B)
- Nuclear Medicine (B)
History
- History (B)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- General Studies (B)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Philosophy and Religious Studies
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
Social Sciences
- International Relations (B)
- Political Science (B)
- Economics (B)
- Sociology (B)
- Urban Studies (B)
Visual and Performing Arts
- Art History (B)
Other 4-Year Private Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Manhattan College.
- College of Mount Saint Vincent in Mount Vernon, NY (2 miles away)
- Concordia College - New York in Astoria, NY (6 miles away)
- Barnard College in Annandale-On-Hudson, NY (6 miles away)
- Iona College in Levittown, NY (7 miles away)
- Saint Thomas Aquinas College in Albany, NY (11 miles away)
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Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002758
- Phone: (212) 247-0000 x000
- School Homepage