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Manhattan University

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Overview

Manhattan University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Riverdale, New York, United States. Founded in 1853, Manhattan University (MU) is a coeducational institution officially accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. MU provides courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, including pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in several areas of study. For an overview of the available degree levels and areas of study, see the uniRank table below or search the institution's website with the search engine below. This 173-year-old US higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. Its acceptance rate is 70-79%. This makes it a moderately selective. International students are welcome to apply. MU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

Snapshot

Control

Manhattan University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Manhattan University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Manhattan University' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

Manhattan University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

Identity

Name
Name (English) n.a.
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Acronym MU
Founded 1853
Motto Signum Fidei
Sign of Faith
Colours Green and white
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Location

Address 4513 Manhattan College Parkway
Riverdale
10471-4098 New York
United States
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Manhattan University Phone Number (718) 862 8000
Manhattan University Fax Number (718) 862 8014
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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Manhattan University is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Middle States Commission on Higher Education

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1921


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Manhattan University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • American Chemical Society
  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business
  • Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET
  • Joint Review Committee on Educational Programs in Nuclear Medicine Technology
  • Teacher Education Accreditation Council


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Manhattan University as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Manhattan University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Manhattan University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Manhattan University's academic range and degree level offering.



Manhattan University: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes Yes Yes
L&C Yes
B&S Yes Yes
M&H Yes Yes
S&T Yes Yes
Eng Yes Yes

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Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on Manhattan University's areas of study and degree levels currently offered.

Programs and Courses

Manhattan University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Manhattan University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Manhattan University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Manhattan University.



Manhattan University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 45,000-49,999 US$ (41,010-45,570 Euro) 20,000-24,999 US$ (18,225-22,780 Euro)
International
students		 45,000-49,999 US$ (41,010-45,570 Euro) 20,000-24,999 US$ (18,225-22,780 Euro)

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Manhattan University Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Manhattan University website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Manhattan University Admission Info


Manhattan University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Manhattan University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Manhattan University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Manhattan University has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Manhattan University's acceptance rate ranges from 70 to 79%, making it a moderately selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is recommended
  • Recommendations are required
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is recommended
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Manhattan University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Manhattan University's Admission Office Admission Office

4513 Manhattan College Parkway
Riverdale 10471
(718) 862 7200
800 622 9235

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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Manhattan University's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Manhattan University Size and Profile


Manhattan University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Manhattan University has a student enrollment ranging from 3,000 to 3,999, making it a small-sized institution.


Manhattan University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Manhattan University's academic staff ranges from 400 to 499 members.


Manhattan University's Control Type Control Type

Manhattan University is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.


Manhattan University's Entity Type Entity Type

Manhattan University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Manhattan University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Manhattan University's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


Manhattan University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Manhattan University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Manhattan University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Manhattan University is Christian-Catholic Religious Affiliation

Christian-Catholic. Lasallian - www.lasalle.org



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Facilities and Services

Manhattan University Facilities


Manhattan University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Manhattan University's Library
Manhattan College's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 208,149 physical volumes, 1,491 physical media, 500 digital/electronic media and 185 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 34 full-time employees, including 8 librarians. Manhattan College's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


Manhattan University's Housing University Housing

Yes
In particular, Manhattan College provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 2,063 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.


Manhattan University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Manhattan University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Manhattan University Services


Manhattan University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Manhattan University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Manhattan University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes
In particular, this institution offers some courses via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.


Manhattan University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Manhattan University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

Manhattan University Organisational Structure

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Memberships and Affiliations

Manhattan University Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Manhattan University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Association of Catholic Colleges and Universities (ACCU)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)


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Free Online Courses

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Manhattan University public or private?

Manhattan University is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.

Is Manhattan University profit or non-profit?

Manhattan University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Manhattan University in terms of enrollment?

Manhattan University has a student enrollment ranging from 3,000 to 3,999, making it a small-sized institution.

What is the size of Manhattan University in terms of academic staff?

Manhattan University's academic staff ranges from 400 to 499 members.

Is Manhattan University a coeducational institution?

Manhattan University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Manhattan University use?

Manhattan University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.

What religion is Manhattan University affiliated with?

Christian-Catholic. Lasallian - www.lasalle.org

Does Manhattan University admit international students?

Yes.

What is Manhattan University's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Manhattan University's acceptance rate ranges from 70 to 79%, making it a moderately selective higher education institution. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend Manhattan University MU?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 45,000-49,999 US$ (41,010-45,570 Euro). International students: 45,000-49,999 US$ (41,010-45,570 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Manhattan University MU located?

Manhattan University is located in Riverdale, New York, United States. Address: 4513 Manhattan College Parkway.

Is Manhattan University MU accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Manhattan University is accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education (since 1921).

Does Manhattan University offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Manhattan University offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Manhattan University have a university library?

Yes Manhattan College's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 208,149 physical volumes, 1,491 physical media, 500 digital/electronic media and 185 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 34 full-time employees, including 8 librarians. Manhattan College's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

Does Manhattan University provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes In particular, Manhattan College provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 2,063 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

Does Manhattan University have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Manhattan University offer academic counseling?

Yes

Does Manhattan University offer career services?

Yes

Does Manhattan University offer distance learning?

Yes In particular, this institution offers some courses via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Does Manhattan University have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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