What Is Manhattan University?

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Manhattan University is a private university in New York City that describes itself as offering experience-driven degrees and hands-on learning at every step. It is organized into three schools and offers both undergraduate and graduate programs across a wide range of fields. It may be a good fit if you want a career-focused education with internships and employer connections in New York City, and if cost is a concern—the university reports that 96% of first-year students receive financial aid.

Where it is and what that means for students

The university's location is central to its pitch: it describes New York City as "our extended campus," and says internships, employer partnerships, and a global alumni network are part of the student experience. For a prospective student, that translates into access to internship and job markets in the city rather than a self-contained campus environment.

The three schools

Manhattan University is made up of three distinct schools, each with its own accreditation or focus:

School Focus Accreditation noted
Kakos School of Arts & Sciences Sciences, humanities, and social sciences; critical thinking and research skills —
The O'Malley School of Business Finance, analytics, marketing, and entrepreneurship AACSB
School of Engineering Rigorous technical programs ABET

The university frames these as "Three Schools. Unlimited Opportunity."—a structure that lets students choose a disciplinary home while drawing on city-based internships and alumni connections.

Programs and areas of interest

The university offers undergraduate and graduate programs, and lets prospective students explore programs by interest. The areas of interest listed on its site are:

  • Business & Management
  • Computer Science & Cybersecurity
  • Data, Analytics & Artificial Intelligence
  • Education & Teaching
  • Engineering
  • Government, Law & Global Studies
  • Health & Medicine
  • Humanities, Philosophy & Religious Studies
  • Media, Arts & Communication
  • Science & Mathematics
  • Social Sciences & Psychology
  • STEM

Career outcomes and cost

The university highlights three figures for prospective students weighing outcomes and affordability:

  • 87% of alumni find work in their chosen field, with graduates launching careers at companies such as IBM, Google, JPMorgan, and Wells Fargo.
  • Top 50 nationally for highest salaries earned by graduates, with a median salary of $152,400 (cited to PayScale's College Salary Report).
  • 96% of first-year students receive financial aid, including grants, scholarships, and/or federal loans.

These are the university's own reported figures; treat them as claims to verify against your own program of interest and financial situation.

How to learn more

The university invites prospective students to campus through Fall Open House events on October 3 and October 25, with registration available on its site. Visiting is a reasonable next step if you want to compare the three schools, ask about internships in your field, and get a financial aid estimate before deciding.