Manhattan College
Founded 1853
President Brennan O'Donnell (President)
Fees USD 52,040
Acceptance Rate Moderate (50–75%)
Campus Setting Suburban
Manhattan College is a private Catholic university founded in 1853 by the De La Salle Brothers in the Riverdale neighborhood of the Bronx, New York. Despite its name, Manhattan College is located in the Bronx, overlooking the Hudson River. The college enrolls approximately 4,000 students and is known for its strong programs in engineering, business, education, and the liberal arts, with an emphasis on values-based education and social justice.
Schools and Colleges
- School of Engineering — ABET-accredited civil, mechanical, electrical, and chemical engineering programs
- School of Business — AACSB-accredited business and MBA programs
- School of Education and Health — Teacher preparation and health education
- School of Liberal Arts — Humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences
- School of Science — Biology, chemistry, physics, and mathematics
How to Apply
- Application: Common App with Manhattan College supplement
- Application Fee: $75
- Transcripts: Official high school transcripts
- Test Scores: Test-optional; middle 50% SAT 1130–1320, ACT 24–30
- Essays: Personal statement + Why Manhattan College essay
- English Proficiency: TOEFL 80+ or IELTS 6.5+
Key Deadlines
- Early Action: December 1
- Regular Decision: Rolling admissions
Admission Requirements
- Acceptance Rate: ~63%
- Average GPA: ~3.4