Financial Aid
Undergraduate
Paying for college can feel overwhelming, especially the first time. We are here to guide you through every step.
Financial aid makes a Manhattan University education accessible and affordable. Below you will find the basics to get started, from the types of aid available to how aid is determined and where to turn with questions.
What Is Financial Aid?
Simply put, financial aid is money that helps you pay for the cost of attending college. Most financial aid comes from the federal and state governments, generally in the form of loans and grants. Manhattan University also funds a variety of grants, scholarships, and other awards. Aid can be awarded based on financial need or on merit in academic performance or extracurricular talents.
Financial aid can encompass a wide range of assistance, including:
- Scholarships and Grants: Awarded based on financial need or merit, these do not need to be paid back.
- Loans: Funded by either the government or private banks, these must be paid back with interest.
- Student Employment: Jobs students work while in college, typically in on-campus offices, sometimes funded in part by a federal financial aid award.
How Financial Aid Is Determined
At Manhattan University, financial aid is determined using the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The FAFSA uses the income information you and your family provide to determine how much you can afford to pay for college. Manhattan University then uses that information to determine how much and what kind of aid you receive.
The process is straightforward. After you apply to Manhattan University, submit the FAFSA form online at studentaid.gov. Incoming freshmen should file no later than February 15.
Manhattan University's school code: 002758.
Get Started
Have questions? Our team is here to help.
Contact us at admit@manhattan.edu, connect with a financial aid counselor, or sign up for an information session that includes an overview of the financial aid process and time with an admissions counselor.
- Sign Up for an Information Session (link: /admissions/visit)
- Contact Financial Aid Staff (link NEEDS VERIFY)
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.