Manhattan College

Statistics

Scholarships & Financial Aid

School Says - General Information
Manhattan College is an independent Catholic institution of higher learning, which embraces qualified men and women of all faiths, races and ethnic backgrounds. Established in 1853, the College is founded upon the Lasallian tradition of excellence in teaching, respect for individual dignity, and commitment to social justice inspired by the innovator of modern pedagogy, John Baptist de La Salle.

The mission of Manhattan College is to provide a contemporary, person-centered educational experience characterized by high academic standards, reflection on faith, values and ethics, and lifelong career preparation. This is achieved in two ways: by offering students 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; and by nurturing a caring, pluralistic campus community.

The learning experience at Manhattan College is enriched by postgraduate professional programs and by capitalizing on its location on the edge of the cultural center and global marketplace that is New York City.

There are some 40 major fields of study within five undergraduate schools, guided by an internationally recognized faculty, sought-after leaders and real-world consultants in their fields, 96 percent of whom hold doctoral degrees. There are also opportunities to study abroad in more than 30 countries.

School Says - Student Body
Manhattan College offers many events and activities for students to participate in with more than 60 clubs and organizations on campus.

Cultural Groups: Asian Culture Club, Association for Black Culture, Gaelic Society, International Student Association and the Multicultural Student Union

Special Interest Groups: Christ in Your Life, Lasallian Outreach Volunteer Experience (L.O.V.E.), Electronics Club, Fashion Student Association, Just Peace, LaSallian Collegians (service group), New York Water Environmental Association, Relay for Life and Student Government.

Club Sports: Cheerleading & Crew Social Leisure Clubs: Games Club, Outdoors Club, Steppers

Performing Arts: Bagpipers, Jasper Dancers, Jasper Band, Jazz Band, Orchestra, Players, Scatterbomb and Singers.

Communication: Manhattanite (yearbook), MCTV, Quadrangle (college newspaper), WRCM radio station

Social Fraternities & Sororities
AEΒ Alpha Sigma Beta, Fraternity Green & White
ΑΥΠ Alpha Upsilon Pi, Sorority Blue & White
RAE Gamma Alpha Sigma, Fraternity Black & Silver
Crimson & Cream Delta Sigma Theta Sorority

Co-curricular clubs: Accounting Society, American Advertising Federation, American Chemistry Society, American Institute of Biological Science, American Institute of Chemical Engineers, American Society of Mechanical Engineers, Amnesty International, Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development, Biological Engineering Student Society, Communications Club, Economics and Finance Society, Italian Club, Information Technology Club, Institute of Electronic and Electrical Engineers, French Club, Manhattan Magazine, Mini Baja, National Society of Black Engineers, Phi Delta Epsilon, Psychology Club, Radiological Science Society, Society of Civil Engineers, Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers, Society of Mechanical Engineers, Society of Women Engineers, St. Thomas More Law Society.

School Says - Academics
Manhattan College is one of few American colleges to have chapters of all five of these distinguished national honor societies: Beta Gamma Sigma, Kappa Delta Pi, Phi Beta Kappa, Sigma Xi and Tau Beta Pi.

Manhattan College is one of 276 institutions in the United States with a chapter of Phi Beta Kappa, the nationÂ's oldest and most widely known academic honor society, which celebrates and advocates excellence in the liberal arts and sciences.

Other programs at Manhattan College:
1. The National Model United Nations offers a unique opportunity for students to better understand the inner workings of the United Nations and other international organizations while building skills in diplomacy and compromise.
2. The Branigan Fellowships program promotes undergraduate research in the humanities by awarding several grants per year in excess of $3,000 each for student-initiated projects.
3. The Fellowships Committee works with students and alumni to encourage graduate study and help work through sometimes challenging application processes.
4. The Pre-Law Advisory Committee works with students interested in pursuing law.
5. There are several study abroad options open to students. Students can choose to study abroad for a semester, an academic year, a month-long summer program or a seven-week summer program.
6. Manhattan's Mentorship program provides opportunities for students to gain insight into their intended careers by being paired with professionals, generally Manhattan alumni in those careers.
7. The College's Internship program allows students to complete at the minimum of one internship within their four years of study.
8. Manhattan's Finance and Economics club organizes student preparation and participation in the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program (VITA) and other service activities.

School Says - Admissions
1) Course Selection and Performance: Most emphasis is placed upon student course selection on the secondary level and grades earned in those subjects.
2) SAT and/or ACT Scores
3) Recommendations
4) Personal Statement
5) General Equivalency Diploma (G.E.D.)

Students who are transferring without an associate degree or with an A.A.S. degree must submit:
1) A high school transcript
2) Official college transcripts
3) A list of courses presently being taken
4) College catalogs from all institutions previously attended
5) Financial aid transcripts from all collegiate institutions previously attended (even if you only took one or two courses while in high school)

School Says - Campus Life
Students who attend Manhattan College have the best of both worlds. Nestled in the heart of Riverdale, the beautiful 22-acre campus provides students a quiet, tree-lined community where they can enjoy a peaceful environment when they prefer. Yet a short distance away is vibrant New York City, providing a cultural experience like no other. Greenwich Village cafes, midtown museums and Broadway shows are all within easy reach.

In fact, New York City serves as a "living laboratory" for Manhattan College students. Through an influential alumni network, students have unsurpassed access to internship and employment opportunities. The city also offers a wide variety of service opportunities.

The student body of 3,500 hails from 39 states and 59 countries. With a four-year guarantee of resident housing, 82 percent of freshmen choose to live on campus. Throughout the academic year, there are many activities offered at the College, which creates a family atmosphere for the entire student body.

School Says - Cost Aid
Undergraduate Tuition and Fees 2010-2011
A. Full Time Students, 2010-2011
Full time students register for 12 or more credits per semester.
Tuition Charges per Semester
New Students entering 2010-2011 $ 12,760
Continuing students 12,575
Program Fees per Semester
Arts, Education $ 500
Business, Science 600
Engineering 950
Over credit Charges* per credit hour B. Part Time Students, 2010-2011
Part time students in day, evening or special (January and Summer) sessions register for less than 12 credits per semester.
Tuition Charges per Credit Hour $ 720
C. Room and Board Fee, per Semester, 2010-2011
Room and Board Standard Room Occupancy with the following plans:
Ultimate Plan $ 5,525
19 meal plan* 5,335
15 meal plan 5,225
Carte Blanche 5,470
Single Room Surcharge 1,575
12-Month Housing (add-on to Standard plan) 1,680
*Mandatory plan for all incoming freshman.

D. One-Time Fees Application $ 60
Student Acceptance Deposit (Credited toward Matriculation)
Commuter 500
Resident 900
Resident deposit includes Damage Deposit (Refundable upon 300
completion of contract and absence of damage to dormitory facilities) Orientation (new students) 175
Graduation 300
(Charged upon achieving Senior status -90 credits)
Matriculation 275

E. Other Fees
Non-matriculation - per semester $ 165
English as a Second Language 725
Returned Check 75
Student Activity - per semester 200
Health Services Fee- per year 65
Physical Education Summer Camp 1,000
Transcript - per copy 5
Off-Campus Course 125
Telecommunications (Resident) - per semester 230
Telecommunications (Commuter) - per semester 140
Room Reservation Deposit 400
(advanced each Spring term to secure place in dorm)Manhattan College provides the maximum financial aid available to qualified students to make their attendance at Manhattan financially possible.

New Students: Students admitted to the College and demonstrating financial need will receive a financial aid assistance offer in the form of a financial aid award letter from the Office of Admissions and Financial Aid, which is based on an assessment of your financial need.

Continuing Eligibility: All financial aid is renewable on a yearly basis provided the student remains eligible.

Manhattan College Programs:
Presidential Scholarships: Non-need based scholarships awarded to extraordinary applicants. Eligibility is based on exceptional SAT or ACT scores, secondary school grade point average, and rank in class.

Dean's Award: Dean's Awards are offered to academically gifted students who fall slightly below Presidential Scholarship requirements.

Manhattan College Grant-in-Aid: Manhattan College awards grants-in-aid to accepted students who demonstrate financial need.

Manhattan College Campus Employment Program: Manhattan offers its own campus work program to students who need employment to meet college expenses but are not eligible for Federal Work Study

Athletic Grants: The Manhattan College Athletics department may fund athletic grants to students who, by the possession of certain athletic skills, can add to the community spirit and morale of the campus.

Resident Assistant Grants: These grants are awarded to students selected to serve as Resident Assistants in the dormitories.

Dollars for Scholars: As a collegiate partner, Manhattan College matches Scholarship of America awards up to $500 a year.

Other programs: Veterans Administration Educational Benefits, Post-9/11 GI Bill Participant, Tuition Remission, Tuition Exchange Scholarship
The school also awards endowed and special category scholarships as part of the existing financial aid package.

Other Schools To Consider Top Programs