First-Year Applicants

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Early Action Admission - Deadline November 18th

Acceptance to the College is non-binding, however Early Action is encouraged for students that consider Manhattanville College to be one of their top choices. As an Early Action applicant you will be among the first to receive your admission notification, finalize your financial aid awards, and confirm your student residence space. Students that are not accepted for Early Action will still be considered for regular admission. Early Action is only available for fall applicants.

Rolling Admission

Manhattanville College operates on a rolling admission basis. This means there is no specific deadline to apply to the College. Priority consideration for admission & scholarships are given to students that apply on or prior to March 1st.

First-Year Student Application Requirements

1. Official High School Transcript

The Admissions Committee considers more than an academic record when evaluating applications. However, all applicants are required to submit an official high school transcript in order for the admissions committee to consider your application for admission.

2. Letter of Recommendation

One letter of recommendation completed by a teacher or counselor should be submitted with the application. Students are welcome to submit a maximum of three letters of recommendation.

3. Personal Essay

Please submit a personal essay or statement, 400 – 500 words, using either the Manhattanville College essay topic or one of the Common Application essay topics.

4. $50 Non-Refundable Application Fee

Supplemental Requirements

Art, Dance, Music Business, Musical Theatre, Technical Theatre, & Theatre Majors: Click here for Audition/Interview/Portfolio Requirements
International Student Applicants, please click here for additional information.