--- title: "About" url: "/academics/kakos/about" type: page date: 2026-06-01 updated: 2026-06-05 --- # About Kakos School of Arts and Sciences About **The largest of Manhattan University's three schools, where a person-centered education prepares innovative leaders for any future.** Rooted in Lasallian values, the Kakos School of Arts and Sciences offers a holistic education across the liberal arts, sciences, education, and health. Our students build career-ready skills relevant to any profession, guided by dedicated faculty and a close-knit campus community just a quick subway ride from the resources of New York City. Image on Right Image ![Manhattan University student outside on their laptop](/sites/default/files/styles/4_3_327w/public/media/2026-06/student-outside-3000x2000.jpg?h=99d542f5&itok=OOMuBwuX) [Visit Manhattan University](/admissions/visit) [Explore Degree Programs](/academics/kakos/programs) The University's Largest School As the largest of Manhattan's three schools, Kakos offers 33 undergraduate majors, 6 graduate programs, and 6 combined degrees. A Community of Scholars Students learn alongside faculty through experiences outside the classroom, many supported by the generosity of our alumni donors. Person-Centered Education Rooted in Lasallian Catholic values, we cultivate career-ready skills that adapt to any discipline and any future profession. The New York City Advantage A close-knit campus sits just a quick subway ride from the globally unique resources and employers of New York City. Faculty-Mentored Research Our Summer Research Scholars programs offer stipends to develop projects guided by expert faculty mentors from start to finish. Top 3% for Salary Impact Manhattan ranks in the top 3% nationally for salary impact, according to the *Wall Street Journal's* 2026 Best Colleges ranking. What Sets Us Apart The Kakos School of Arts and Sciences pairs the breadth of a liberal arts and sciences education with the focus of a close-knit community, all in one of the world's great cities. Intro above Cards Basic (no borders) white 0 Mission Mission Our Mission As the largest of the three schools that make up Manhattan University, the Kakos School of Arts and Sciences is a dynamic, interdisciplinary community where students and faculty collaborate to foster excellence in research, teaching, and learning. Rooted in Lasallian values, we provide a person-centered education that cultivates career-ready skills relevant across disciplines and adaptable to any future profession. Guided by our dedicated faculty, Kakos provides a holistic and comprehensive education in the liberal arts, sciences, education, and health that prepares students to become innovative leaders and active contributors to their communities and the world beyond. Image ![Aerial Photo of Campus](/sites/default/files/styles/4_3_327w/public/media/2025-01/aerial-photo-campus.jpg?h=a9575592&itok=jbLYp5yv) square light 0 Message from the Dean dean-message A Message from the Dean Dean Marcy Kelly welcomes students to a community of scholars grounded in Lasallian values, where dedicated faculty guide each student's unique academic journey. Her message highlights the school's commitment to student success in a caring, inclusive environment, the chance to build a strong liberal arts and sciences foundation while exploring individual passions, and the experiential opportunities at the heart of a Kakos education, from faculty-mentored research and study abroad to internships and the alumni mentoring program. Read the Full Message from Dean Kelly [Read Message from Dean Kelly](/node/3686) [Visit Dean's Office](/node/3751) Image ![Photo of Marcy Kelly, Dean, Kakos School of Arts and Sciences](/sites/default/files/styles/4_3_327w/public/media/2026-06/marcy-kelly.jpg?h=484397aa&itok=509c-QK3) landscape white 0 Degree Programs degree-programs Academics Every Manhattan University graduate benefits from the foundational courses Kakos offers. Spanning the basic and applied sciences, social sciences, education, health, and the traditional humanities, our programs build the interdisciplinary skills that make graduates desirable to employers and provide a pathway to any future career our students choose. With 33 undergraduate majors, 6 graduate programs, and 6 combined degrees across 12 academic departments, students are known for standout programs in Biology, Communication, Computer Science, Exercise Science, and Psychology, alongside fast-growing offerings in Digital Media Art, Criminology, and Game Design and Production. [Explore Degree Programs](/academics/kakos/programs) Image ![Manhattan University students in clasroom](/sites/default/files/styles/4_3_327w/public/media/2026-03/student-classroom-2000x2000_0.jpg?h=b044a8f9&itok=IKpCXGRX) square light 0 The Kakos Experience kakos-experience Summer Research Scholars Stipend-funded programs let students develop research and creative projects with expert faculty mentors from start to finish. [Explore Jasper Research Scholars](/academics/research/student-research/summer/jasper) Creative Media Facilities A TV studio, Creative Media Hub, and ESPN+ Mobile Production Unit give media students professional-grade production experience. [Explore Creative Media Facilities](/academics/kakos/departments/comm-sou-med-arts/facilities) Scientific Computing & Labs The Kakos Center for Scientific Computing offers state-of-the-art research laboratories and high-performance computing facilities. [Explore Scientific Computing & Labs](/academics/kakos/center-scientific-computing) NYC Internships & Partnerships Students intern across the city through partnerships spanning media, healthcare, education, and community organizations. [Explore Internships & Careers](/academics/internships-careers) A Mentoring Community Experiences with faculty outside the classroom, many of which are funded by alumni donors, build lasting connections and professional networks. [Explore Faculty](/academics/kakos/faculty) Service & Engagement Community-engaged learning and service opportunities connect classroom study to real impact in the Bronx and beyond. [Learn More about Service & Engagement](/campus-life/annual-events/social-action-service) The Kakos Experience A Kakos education happens as much outside the classroom as in it, through research, state-of-the-art facilities, and the opportunities of New York City. Intro above Cards Cards (border around each item) dark 0 Research, Outcomes, and Careers research ## Research, Outcomes, and Careers **A Kakos education turns intellectual curiosity into career readiness. Through faculty-mentored research and a New York City network of employers, our graduates launch careers across industries.** Our Summer Research Scholars programs (Jasper, Kakos Science, and Branigan) offer stipends to rising sophomores through seniors to develop research and creative projects in a discipline of their choice. Working closely with expert faculty mentors, students receive guidance from a project's initial development through to its successful completion, often presenting their work at regional and national conferences. *CTA: Explore Research Opportunities → /kakos/research.php* **Where Our Graduates Go:** Kakos graduates build careers at leading employers across media, finance, technology, government, healthcare, and the nonprofit sector. Recent placements include: Apple · Walt Disney Company · Goldman Sachs · NBCUniversal · ESPN · KPMG · Major League Baseball · MSG Network · Fox News · ViacomCBS · YES Network · Brennan Center for Justice · Wildlife Conservation Society · City of New York · State of New York · Columbia University · HR&A Advisors · CityMD white 0 Content Prepare for the Real World At Manhattan University, your education is built around who you are and where you want to go. Whether you’re ready to apply or just starting to explore, take the next step when you’re ready — we’re here to help. 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