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Manhattan University

Riverdale, NY · Private nonprofit · Large city · Website

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Admission rate
79%
Accessible
Average net price
$25,074
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
68%
Median earnings
$92,904
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Manhattan University is a private nonprofit college in Riverdale, NY with 2,744 undergraduates. It admits 79% of applicants, and admitted students average 1270 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $25,074 per year ($21,384 for families earning under $30,000). 68% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $92,904 ten years after enrolling.

private nonprofit college

Admissions

Admission rate
79%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
10,432
Fall 2023
Admitted
8,188
Fall 2023
Yield
8%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing580–680
200800
SAT Math600–678
200800
ACT Composite25–29
136

What Manhattan University looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkConsidered
  • Class rankConsidered
  • Essay or personal statementRequired
  • RecommendationsRequired
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusConsidered
  • Work experienceConsidered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$65,189
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$55,900

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$21,384
  • $30–48k$20,286
  • $48–75k$23,222
  • $75–110k$27,956
  • $110k+$29,460

Get a personal estimate with Manhattan University's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
68%
Freshman retention
76%
Median earnings
$92,904
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$25,000
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
2,744
Student–faculty ratio
15:1
Receive Pell grants
40%
  • White41%
  • Hispanic34%
  • Black7%
  • Asian6%

Manhattan University FAQ

What is Manhattan University's acceptance rate?+

Manhattan University admits 79% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

What SAT score do you need for Manhattan University?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 580–680 on SAT Reading and Writing and 600–678 on SAT Math; the average total is 1270.

What ACT score do you need for Manhattan University?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 25–29.

Is Manhattan University test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to Manhattan University?+

In Fall 2023, 10,432 students applied to Manhattan University and 8,188 were admitted; 690 enrolled.

Does Manhattan University consider legacy status?+

Yes. Manhattan University reported that legacy status is considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Manhattan University require an essay?+

Manhattan University reported that an essay or personal statement is required for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Manhattan University cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $65,189 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $25,074.

What is Manhattan University's graduation rate?+

68% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

Sources

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