Acceptance Rate
83%
Avg. SAT
1323
75th percentile
“Small performing arts powerhouse tucked into Manhattan's Upper East Side, where actors and dancers train alongside psychology and business majors.”
New York, NY
Location
Large City
Campus Setting
Marymount Manhattan College traces its roots to 1936, when the Religious of the Sacred Heart of Mary established it as a women's junior college in a historic Upper East Side mansion. It evolved into a four-year liberal arts institution and welcomed men in 1973, fostering a creative, urban-focused environment ever since. You'll find a tight-knit community of about 1,900 undergraduates who thrive on collaboration and direct access to New York City's cultural heartbeat—think internships at Lincoln Center or auditions off-campus. The school's personality shines through its emphasis on practical, real-world preparation in a bustling neighborhood near Central Park and the Metropolitan Museum. Students who love city energy and artistic ambition fit right in, while those seeking sprawling green spaces or big-time sports scenes might feel constrained by the compact urban footprint and high cost of living.
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Academics
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Degree Levels Offered
Theater, dance, and acting programs stand out, with BFA tracks demanding auditions and delivering intensive conservatory-style training in state-of-the-art studios. You'll attend small seminars and hands-on workshops where professors—often working professionals—push you to refine skills amid frequent guest artists from Broadway. Psychology and business majors benefit from NYC fieldwork, like placements in media firms or clinics, though popular arts programs fill quickly and require strong portfolios for entry. Large lecture halls are rare; instead, expect intimate discussions that encourage bold ideas, balanced by the tradeoff of limited research facilities compared to bigger universities.
Student Body
Total Enrollment
1,601 undergrad • 0 grad
Undergraduate
Graduate
International
White
51%
Black / African American
11%
Hispanic / Latino
20%
Asian
3%
Other / Multi-racial
14%
Campus Life
Campus Setting
New York, NY
Varsity Athletics
Campus life pulses with rehearsals, student-run shows at the Regina A. Quick Center, and pop-up performances that spill into nearby cafes. A typical week mixes morning classes with afternoon auditions, evening cast parties, and weekend explorations of East Village galleries or rooftop bars. Three residence halls house about half the students, creating dorm bonds, but many live off-campus in pricey apartments, weaving city independence into daily routines. The social scene skews artistic and collaborative rather than Greek-dominated, with cold winters and relentless urban pace as notable challenges—no vast quad for frisbee, but endless subways to concerts.
Housing
On-Campus Housing
Housing Capacity
Meal Plan Available
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Athletics
Athletic Association
NAIA
ROTC & Veteran Support
Veteran’s Programs Available
Yellow Ribbon Program (Post-9/11 GI Bill)
Yes
Cost & Aid
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Out-of-State Tuition
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Estimated Cost
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Students Receiving Aid
Receiving Pell Grants
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Average Federal Loan
Net Annual Cost by Household Income
Household Income
Avg. Net Cost
$0 – $30K
$25,626
$30K – $48K
$25,042
$48K – $75K
$28,165
$75K – $110K
$30,953
$110K+
$36,553
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Outcomes & Earnings
Retention Rate
70%
4 Years Graduation Rate
49%
6 Years Graduation Rate
57%
Median 10-Year Earnings
$49,131
70% of first-time, full-time students complete their freshman year at Marymount Manhattan College and return in the fall. 49% of first-time, full-time students graduate in 4 years, and 57% graduate within 6 years.
Graduation Rate
4-year grads
49%
4-5 years
8%
6-8 years
2%
Non-grad
41%
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Key Statistics
Type
Private
Tuition
$36,928
Acceptance
83%
Undergrads
1,601
4-Year Grad Rate
49%
Endowment
$33M
New York, NY 10021-4597
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