Academics

With over 90 areas of study, Manhattanville College has something for everyone! Our programs combine the intellectual strength and passion of a classic liberal arts education with hands-on, real-world experiences to turn your dream career into a reality.

Small class sizes with a 12:1 student-faculty ratio ensure that each student receives a personalized education and reaches their full potential. With helpful academic advising and our Center for Career Development, we’ll help you achieve your goals at Manhattanville and beyond.

Undergraduate Academics 

Undergraduate students have 45 different majors and minors to choose from. Our First Year Valiant Experience helps students adjust to college life and academics. Through this program, you’ll be able to meet new people and assimilate into the Manhattanville community. We encourage students to start thinking about career development early on by networking and getting involved in campus clubs and activities. Many of our undergraduate students complete an internship in their junior year. With our path to success formula, students stay on track for finding a job or enrolling in graduate school after completing their bachelor’s degree.

Graduate Academics

Our graduate programs are founded on the intellectual strength and historical commitment to liberal arts education. You can choose from a wide variety of master's and doctoral degrees, as well as certificates. We offer a variety of programs, from our Master of Science in Business Leadership to a Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing. Many of Manhattanville’s graduate classes are conveniently offered in the evening or on weekends. Students benefit from our updated and practical curriculum, as well as our close proximity to New York City.