Manhattan University
Manhattan University is a private research university in Riverdale, New York, serving roughly 2,744 students. Admission is moderately selective, with an acceptance rate of about 78.94% in federal reporting data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $86,316 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $53,400
- 2024 Average Net Price: $27,256 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 78.94% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 2,744 95.4% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 63.71%
- Average SAT Score: 1270
Manhattan University: what the data shows
Common questions about Manhattan University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Manhattan University?
Manhattan University is located in Riverdale, NY (ZIP 10471-4098).
NCES locale classification: City.
Is Manhattan University public or private?
Manhattan University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Manhattan University cost?
Published tuition: $53,400.
Average net price after aid: $27,256.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $27,281 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $23,097 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $28,454 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $26,808 |
| $110,001+ | $28,188 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $213,600.
How hard is it to get into Manhattan University?
Admission rate: 78.94%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1270.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Manhattan University?
Total enrollment: 2,744 students.
About 95% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Manhattan University?
150%-time completion rate: 63.71%.
First-year retention: 76.0%.
What do graduates of Manhattan University earn?
Median earnings: $64,472 six years after entry; $86,316 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $26,000.
36.00% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Manhattan University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Other/Unknown Programs (957 completions)
- CIP 140801 (108 completions)
- CIP 521301 (88 completions)
- Mechanical Engineering (71 completions)
- CIP 520213 (50 completions)
- Finance, General (48 completions)
- Marketing/Marketing Management, General (48 completions)
- Communication and Media Studies (40 completions)
- General Psychology (33 completions)
- Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services (30 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Manhattan University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 78.94%; completion rate 63.71%; median earnings $86,316 at 10 years; net price $27,256. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Costs
Tuition Costs
$53,400
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Manhattan University was $53,400.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$27,256
2024 Value
In 2024 Manhattan University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $27,256.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$109,024 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$27,256 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$213,600 4-Year Tuition
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.
4-year total cost breakdown for Manhattan University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
36.00% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
15.51% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Manhattan University was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Manhattan University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $35,725 | $35,725 | $25,584 |
| 2014 | $37,188 | $37,188 | $28,117 |
| 2015 | $38,580 | $38,580 | $28,114 |
| 2016 | $40,004 | $40,004 | $31,167 |
| 2017 | $41,412 | $41,412 | $30,521 |
| 2018 | $42,608 | $42,608 | $28,845 |
| 2019 | $44,560 | $44,560 | $28,153 |
| 2020 | $45,880 | $45,880 | $30,215 |
| 2021 | $47,220 | $47,220 | $25,427 |
| 2022 | $48,658 | $48,658 | $28,590 |
| 2023 | $50,850 | $50,850 | $26,881 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Admissions
Acceptance Rate
78.94% Acceptance Rate
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1270
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.3 - 3.5
Estimated Median GPA: 3.40
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
95.4% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Manhattan University in 2024 is 2,744 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
76.0%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
51.41% 100% Completion Time
63.71% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 51.41% of students graduating from Manhattan University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Manhattan University.
Return on Investment
$26,000 Median Student Debt
$86,316 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
30.12% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
691.72% Return on Investment
3.0 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Manhattan University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 Programs Reporting Data
CIP 14.0801: 108 completions
CIP 52.1301: 88 completions
Mechanical Engineering: 71 completions
CIP 52.0213: 50 completions
Finance, General: 48 completions
Marketing/Marketing Management, General: 48 completions
Communication and Media Studies: 40 completions
General Psychology: 33 completions
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services: 30 completions
Other/Unknown Programs: 957 completions
Most popular programs at Manhattan University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Manhattan University graduates.
About
Manhattan University is a private non-profit institution located in Riverdale, NY, offering 59 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 2,744 students. The admission rate is 78.94%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1270. The institution maintains a 63.71% graduation rate. Approximately 36.00% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Location
Riverdale, NY 10471-4098
Region: Mid East
Insights and Analysis
Strong Career Outcomes: Manhattan University graduates report median earnings of $86,316 ten years after entry, placing them among the higher-earning college graduates nationally. This strong earnings potential reflects both the quality of education and the career opportunities available to graduates.
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 59 distinct degree programs, Manhattan University provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
FAQ
How much does Manhattan University cost?
Reported in-state tuition is $53,400 and average net price is $27,256 in the latest College Scorecard data.
How hard is it to get into Manhattan University?
The admission rate is 78.9% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data.
What test scores do students need for Manhattan University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Manhattan University reports midpoint SAT about 1270.
What do graduates of Manhattan University earn?
Median earnings are $64,472 six years after entry and $86,316 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Manhattan University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 63.7% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Manhattan University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $26,000.
How big is Manhattan University?
Total enrollment is about 2,744 students in the latest reporting year.
Is Manhattan University public or private?
Manhattan University is a private nonprofit institution located in Riverdale, NY.
Is Manhattan University an HBCU?
No. Manhattan University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Manhattan University a tribal college?
No. Manhattan University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Manhattan University a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
By the common federal eligibility proxy used here (≥25% Hispanic enrollment in College Scorecard), yes—Manhattan University reports 33.5% Hispanic enrollment share.
Is Manhattan University religiously affiliated?
Yes. IPEDS reports a religious affiliation for Manhattan University: Roman Catholic.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.