Admissions
Parents and Families
Your Partner in your Student's College Journey
At Manhattan University, parents and families are a vital part of our community. Whether your student is still considering Manhattan or already enrolled, this page is your home base for everything you need to support them.
Manhattan University is a Lasallian Catholic University in New York City known for small classes, strong career outcomes, and a campus community where students are known by name. The sections below are organized by where you and your student are in the journey, so jump straight to what fits your moment.
Faith, Inclusion, and Service
A Mission-Focused Community that Values Every Student
At Manhattan University, your student will join a truly unique community. We are a mission-focused Lasallian Catholic university that promotes faith, respect, education, community, and social justice. Our tradition welcomes students of all faiths, including Catholic, Protestant, Muslim, and Jewish students, as well as those of other beliefs and none.
As Lasallians, we are committed to creating lasting social change by addressing the root causes of poverty and injustice. Your student will have access to community service projects in our local Bronx and Riverdale neighborhood, as well as service-immersion trips that take students into unfamiliar cultures in the U.S. and abroad to learn about social justice through hands-on service work.
Where Outcomes Meet Opportunity
A Nationally Ranked Leader in Return on Investment
A college education is one of the biggest investments your family will make, and Manhattan University delivers a return that consistently ranks among the strongest in the Northeast. With our New York City location, hands-on learning, and personalized career support, Manhattan graduates leave ready to work and earn from day one.
80%+
Of students complete an internship before graduation
86%
Employed or in graduate school within nine months
$62K+
Median base starting salary for recent graduates
11:1
Undergraduate student-to-faculty ratio
Small Classes, Strong Mentorship
Your Student will be Known by Name, not by Number
Your student will not get lost in the crowd at Manhattan University. With an 11:1 undergraduate student-to-faculty ratio and an average class size of 18.1 students, our faculty know students individually and form mentoring relationships that often extend long beyond graduation.
Manhattan offers numerous undergraduate research programs that allow students to collaborate with faculty on original research, write academic papers, and present at professional conferences. These are opportunities many universities reserve for graduate students. Our Center for Graduate School and Fellowship Advisement supports students preparing for graduate study, and every student is paired with a dedicated academic advisor who meets with them regularly to discuss course registration, majors and minors, and career goals.
What You Can Do
How you can Support your Student's success
The transition to college is a partnership between your student, Manhattan University, and you. The actions below are simple but powerful ways to support your student as they evaluate Manhattan and prepare to arrive on campus.
As You Evaluate Manhattan University
- Visit campus together so you both can see Manhattan firsthand
- Attend an open house or an admitted student event
- Meet your admissions counselor and ask questions specific to your student's intended program
- Compare cost, financial aid, and the Jasper Guarantee tuition lock with other schools your student is considering
After Your Student Commits
- File the FAFSA together as early as October 1
- Review the financial aid offer and any merit scholarship details
- Help your student set up their email, applicant portal, and orientation account
- Attend Family Weekend and other on-campus events
- Join Jasper Families to connect with other Manhattan families before move-in
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.