Manhattan University
Pre-College Programs For High School Students
Experience college life and explore your interests on a real university campus.
Manhattan University's pre-college programs give high school students a genuine taste of the university experience near the heart of New York City. Explore your academic interests, build lasting friendships, and discover the city's iconic landmarks while learning from our esteemed faculty.
Summer programs that introduce younger students to STEAM, engineering, and hands-on learning on our campus.
Explore entrepreneurship, finance, and management through O'Malley School of Business courses taught by our faculty.
Get hands-on in our engineering labs and discover the disciplines that shape the built world around us.
Dive into the humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences with the Kakos School of Arts and Sciences.
Courses and Activities
We offer a wide range of courses from the School of Engineering, Kakos School of Arts and Sciences, and the O'Malley School of Business. Our courses are taught by our esteemed faculty, ensuring a high-quality education, and we offer a variety of extracurricular activities to enrich your pre-college experience. View the courses and activities we offer, or attend one of our information sessions to learn more.
Program Dates and Schedule
The Manhattan University Pre-College Summer Courses for 2026 run Monday through Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (with a 12 to 1 p.m. lunch break), from July 6 through August 7, 2026.
Commuter Daily Schedule
| Time | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Class | Class | Class | Class | Class |
| 12 - 1 p.m. | Break | Break | Break | Break | Break |
| 1 - 3:30 p.m. | Class | Class | Class | Class | Class |
Residential Daily Schedule
| Time | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday/Sunday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 - 9:30 a.m. | Breakfast | Breakfast | Breakfast | Breakfast | Breakfast | Breakfast |
| 9:30 - 12 p.m. | Class | Class | Class | Class | Class | Departure |
| 12 - 1 p.m. | Lunch | Lunch | Lunch | Lunch | Lunch | — |
| 1 - 3:30 p.m. | Class | Class | Class | Class | Class | — |
| 3:30 - 7 p.m. | Activities | Activities | Activities | Activities | Activities | Arrival |
| 7 - 9 p.m. | Dinner | Dinner | Dinner | Dinner | Dinner | Dinner |
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Ready to take the next step? We can't wait to welcome you to campus and help you discover a brilliant future at Manhattan University.
For international participants who require a visa to enter the U.S., you must have a valid B2 (tourist visa or similar) to participate in these programs (we do not sponsor visas).
If you have questions, please email Mia Cardenas at m.cardenas01@manhattan.edu or call 718-862-6401.
Manhattan University Pre-College Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Manhattan University Pre-College courses offer high school students a unique opportunity to explore academic interests, gain hands-on experience, and taste university life. Below are frequently asked questions about our Pre-College courses and activities.
What are the Manhattan University Pre-College Courses?
The Manhattan University Pre-College courses are a unique opportunity for high school students in grades 11 and 12 to explore academic interests, gain hands-on experience, and get a taste of college life during a two-week summer immersion experience on our New York City campus. These courses can be taken as an audit (non-credit) or for credit (3 undergraduate University credits).
What can participants expect from the courses?
Participants can expect to experience the intellectual and social demands of post-secondary education in subject areas required to succeed in university. They work with qualified and caring Manhattan University faculty and administrators, as well as alumni. The program is offered in person.
What does the program schedule look like?
Each course runs Monday through Thursday. The daily schedule includes classes from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
What are the accommodation and meal arrangements?
Those staying on campus (residential add-on option: room and board only) have after-class activities to socialize with other national and international participants. Visits to New York City's iconic locations have an additional cost. Residential participants are also provided three meals a day at the on-campus cafeteria.
Why choose Manhattan University for Pre-College?
Manhattan University offers a multicultural environment that fosters personal growth by encouraging independence and promoting networking. The University is located in New York City, giving participants the opportunity to explore the city's iconic locations.
What activities are included in the program for residential participants (Residential Add-On)?
If the residential add-on is requested, the program includes after-class activities (at additional fees) at places like the American Museum of Natural History, Broadway musical shows, the Empire State Building, Ellis Island, the Intrepid Museum, the Statue of Liberty, and the 9/11 Memorial.