Manhattanville University
A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and students who want small classes and close faculty access. no major red flags in the data. a private nonprofit school with 1,362 students.
About This School
Manhattanville University is a private nonprofit institution located in Purchase, New York with approximately 1,362 undergraduate students enrolled. Manhattanville University has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 87%. In-state tuition is $44,604 per year. The graduation rate is 58%, and the typical graduate earns $50,700 within 10 years of enrollment.
Manhattanville University is a private university in Purchase, New York, United States. Founded in 1841 as a school at 412 Houston Street in Lower Manhattan, it was initially known as the "Academy of the Sacred Heart". In 1917, the academy received a charter from the Regents of the State of New York to raise the school officially to a collegiate level, granting degrees as the "College of the Sacred Heart". In 1937, it became known as "Manhattanville College of the Sacred Heart", and from 1966 to 2024 as "Manhattanville College".
The numbers tell a mixed story here: a 54% graduation rate and 73% freshman retention rate suggest that a significant share of students either transfer or don't finish, which is worth taking seriously before committing. On the positive side, median debt at graduation is a relatively manageable $20,090, and the Purchase, NY location offers real proximity to New York City internship and career opportunities. This is a reasonable option for students who want a small, personal campus environment and have a clear plan to stay engaged — but families should ask hard questions about academic support and student outcomes before enrolling.
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Will This School Pay Off?
Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.
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Student Body
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (1,362 undergraduates).
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