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Marymount Manhattan College

New York, NY·Private nonprofit·1,627 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

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 1,627 students.

79%
Accept
1,627
Students
$37,037
Net Price
50%
Grad Rate
$45,500
Earnings
10 yr
$19,250
Debt

About This School

Marymount Manhattan College is a private nonprofit institution located in New York, New York with approximately 1,627 undergraduate students enrolled. Marymount Manhattan College has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 79%. The average net price after financial aid is $37,037 per year. The graduation rate is 50%, and the typical graduate earns $45,500 within 10 years of enrollment.

Marymount Manhattan College is a private college on the Upper East Side of Manhattan, New York City, United States. As of 2020, enrollment consisted of 1,571 undergraduate students with women making up 80% and men 20% of student enrollment.

The numbers tell a mixed story here — a 50% graduation rate and 65% freshman retention suggest that many students either leave or struggle to finish, which is worth taking seriously before committing. That said, if you're drawn to performing arts, communications, or liberal arts in the heart of Manhattan, the small campus (under 1,700 students) and New York City access offer real opportunities that don't show up in the stats. Median debt of $19,250 is manageable, but the $37,037 annual net price is steep when graduates are earning a median of $45,500 a decade out, so run the financial numbers carefully before enrolling.

Founded
1936
Setting
Large city

Popular Programs

Visual & Performing Arts56%
Business & Marketing12%
Communications10%
Social Sciences7%
Psychology3%
English3%
Biological Sciences2%
Health Professions2%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

Alexandra DaddarioMoira KellyAlexander SkarsgårdLaverne CoxMelissa BenoistMelissa RauchGeraldine FerraroPrincess Marie of DenmarkJenna UshkowitzKari WuhrerTika SumpterTali Golergant

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average Composite1226
Reading 75th %ile670
Math 75th %ile630

ACT Scores

Midpoint Composite25

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$40,260
Out-of-State Tuition
$40,260
Avg Net Price
$37,037
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants28%
Median debt at graduation$19,250

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
50%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
65%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$45,500
after enrollment
Median Debt
$19,250
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$19,250
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$34,000
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$45,500
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 2.4x

Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White52%
Black11%
Hispanic/Latino20%
Asian3%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (1,627 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Marymount Manhattan College

221 E 71st St

New York, NY 10021-4597

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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