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Manhattan College
Riverdale,
NY
•4-Year Private•
Acceptance Rate82%
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About Manhattan College
Our students come to Manhattan from all walks of life. What connects them is their decision to make a smart investment in the future. Manhattan College pairs personalized education with big-city opportunity. We are consistently ranked as a college that provides the best return on your investment. Simply put, our graduates are succeeding. Start a new chapter in your story within a Lasallian Catholic community of friends, faculty and staff who know your name and want you to succeed. New York City is where people of all backgrounds and experiences come to pursue big dreams. The city offers an exciting, ever-changing and vibrant backdrop to any story. At Manhattan College, you get all of that and more. What sets us apart from the New York City that you know is our unique community.
Manhattan College is a private, religious college in the city of Riverdale, New York. Manhattan College was founded in 1853. The college currently enrolls around 3,569 students a year, including 3,074 undergraduate students.
Manhattan College Acceptance Rate 2022
It is moderately difficult to get into Manhattan College. The acceptance rate at Manhattan College is 82%. In 2022, 8,172 out of 9,930 total applicants were accepted.
| Manhattan College Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 82% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | ED offered but % not available |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | EA not offered |
| Average GPA | 3.6 |
| Test Optional | May require tests |
| Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 17% |
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Manhattan College is located in the city of Riverdale, New York, near New York City.
If you are interested in seeing Manhattan College for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take New York State Thruway/Interstate 87 to Riverdale, or book a flight to the nearest airport, LaGuardia.
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College Info
Manhattan College Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Aug 1
Transfer Applications are Due
Not available
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Manhattan College is Aug 1.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
Manhattan College is a member of the Coalition for College.
More than an application, the Coalition provides free tools and resources to help students through the college admissions process, beginning as early as 9th grade.
Manhattan College SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
1140 - 1330
Math SAT Range
570 - 670
Reading SAT Range
570 - 660
Manhattan College Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$66,790
In State$66,790
Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$46,100
$46,100
Fees
$2,250
$2,250
Housing
$18,440
$18,440
Books
Unknown
Unknown
Student Life
Wondering what life at Manhattan College is like? There are approximately 3,569 students enrolled at Manhattan College, including 3,074 undergraduate students and 495 graduate students. 95% percent of students attend school full-time, 76% percent are from NY and 24% percent of students are from other states.
95%
Full Time4%
Part Time76%
In State24%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
3,569
Campus Setting
Urban
Acceptance Rate
82%
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Aug 1
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