Founded in 1853 and grounded in tradition, Manhattan College produces exceptional graduates who not only go on to lead successful careers, but also make a positive impact in the world. The transformative Jasper education is built on a strong liberal arts foundation and paired with hands-on technical knowledge that evolves and adapts with our world. Guided by history, faith and strong leadership, Manhattan continues to climb in the national rankings as a top-valued school.
Manhattan College offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate majors in the fields of business, engineering, science, and liberal arts as well as undergrad pre-professional tracks in the fields of medicine and law. On the graduate level, students can earn an MBA, Master of Science degrees in Science or Education or a Master of Engineering degree. Manhattan College offers students the best of both worlds: a beautiful 23-acre campus with a close-knit community and homey atmosphere, plus easy access to the most exciting city in the world — New York. Midtown is 10 miles from campus. Manhattan College has received many accolades for how well it prepares students for successful careers as well as the quality of its education, affordability and career outcomes.
Manhattan College is located in the quiet neighborhood of Riverdale in New York City. The campus is known for its beautiful buildings and green landscape. Manhattan College students have nearly infinite resources to explore in New York City for fun and learning. The campus is close to Central Park, the Bronx Zoo and Yankee Stadium. There are over 80 clubs and organizations for students to join and the Office of International Student and Scholar Services will help students get acclimated to living in NY City. Five residence halls, including a hall dedicated to first year students, are available along with a variety of dining options. Approximately 75% of Manhattan students participate in an internship or field-based experience and nearly 90% of MC alumni are employed or are enrolled in graduate school within 9 months of graduating.
U.S. News & World Report ranks Manhattan 15th out of 138 in the Best Regional Universities (North) category of its 2018-19 Best Colleges list. This is the 12th year in a row the College has placed in the regional top 20.
Brookings Institute ranks Manhattan College 9th out of more than 7,000 two- and four-year schools in an analysis that examined how well schools prepare students for successful careers.
Money magazine ranked Manhattan College #17 on its list of the 50 colleges that add the most value, which evaluates quality of education, affordability and career outcomes.
Manhattan College is ranked as one of the top schools in the nation for having graduates that get jobs and earn high salaries. Career preparation starts freshman year and continues past graduation with career services for students and alumni.
