Manhattan College

Manhattan College was founded in 1853 by the Brothers of the Christian Schools, a Catholic teaching order started by Saint John Baptist de La Salle. The Lasallian mission drives our focus on quality education for all and service to our neighbors in need. Our picturesque campus is located in The Bronx, a 35-minute subway ride from the heart of Manhattan.

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 national rankings as a top-valued school.

Manhattan College is an independent Catholic institution of higher learning that embraces qualified men and women of all faiths, cultures, and traditions. The mission of Manhattan College is to provide a contemporary, person-centered educational experience that prepares graduates for lives of personal development, professional success, civic engagement, and service to their fellow human beings. The College pursues this mission through programs that integrate a broad liberal education with concentration in specific disciplines in the arts and sciences or with professional preparation in business, education and engineering.

Established in 1853 by the Institute of the Brothers of the Christian Schools, the College continues to draw its inspiration from the heritage of John Baptist de La Salle, the innovator of modern pedagogy and patron saint of teachers. Among the hallmarks of this Lasallian heritage are excellence in teaching, respect for human dignity, reflection on faith and its relation to reason, an emphasis on ethical conduct, and commitment to social justice.

Manhattan College offers the variety of programming you might find at a large university, but with the personalized learning experience of a small, liberal arts school. We offer more than 100 majors, minors, graduate programs and advanced certificates, as well as degrees that can be earned fully online or combined with a traditional classroom experience.

At Manhattan, you will have the chance to make learning come alive through a variety of immersive, hands-on experiences in New York City and beyond. Many of our students choose to study abroad for a semester, conduct a research project one-on-one with a faculty member, or pursue an internship. Along the way, our academic support services, tutoring sessions and career workshops will keep you on track to graduate and achieve success.

Our campus is a place of lively exchange, where world-class scholars and faculty produce research and challenge norms, seeking to make the world a better place. Your education doesn’t stop when class is over, or when your internship lets out. Experience the academic richness that Manhattan has to offer by taking advantage of all of its resources.

Our faculty are dedicated to mentoring students, and we work to support student-faculty research in every way possible.

We provide many opportunities and resources for faculty and students interested in participating in research. Our Office of Grants Administration helps faculty secure funding from a variety of sources including government grants and sponsored research opportunities. The Center for Graduate School and Fellowship Advisement helps students understand the importance of undergraduate research experience in preparation for graduate school and fellowship applications.

Research experience is important; it is vital preparation for graduate work and professional careers. That's why we provide many funded opportunities to do research at the undergraduate level. In addition to the specific research programs listed below, we also offer independent study projects where you can work with a faculty member on a research project for credit over the course of a semester.

At Manhattan College, you can succeed. We're here to help. You will have access to a range of supportive services, whether you want homework help, have a disability, or simply need to develop better study skills.

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. Whether you're an incoming freshman, a graduate student, an international student or an adult learner, rest assured that our expert faculty, kind administration and successful network of alumni will be there to support you along your journey.

What you choose to study is one part of your story at Manhattan. How you get involved on campus is another. Our Lasalliancommunity is made up of people from all backgrounds and experiences who come to Manhattan College with different ideas and interests. The best way to experience it all and find your niche is to join a club, volunteer for a service opportunity or attend an event on campus.

Living on campus gives you the full Jasper experience, from spending sunny afternoons studying on the Quad with your roommates, to grabbing a late-night bite to eat in Locke’s Loft after a basketball game at Draddy Gym. Our campus is classically beautiful and truly unique; it offers a slice of serenity just a subway ride away from the excitement of midtown Manhattan.