Manhattanville University in Purchase, New York, has officially welcomed the Class of 2030, continuing a multiyear trend of success that is helping position the institution among the region’s rising universities. The Class of 2030 is Manhattanville’s second-largest first-year class in the past five years, reflecting sustained demand for the university’s distinctive blend of liberal arts education, career preparation and accelerated degree pathways.
The Class of 2030 builds upon the momentum of the record-setting Class of 2029, which was the university’s largest first-year class in nearly a decade. Students entering this fall boast the highest average GPA since 2015, making this Manhattanville’s strongest academic cohort in more than a decade.
“The Class of 2030 is a powerful reflection of Manhattanville University’s upward trajectory,” said President Frank D. Sánchez, Ph.D. “We are excited to welcome these talented students to our community. I know they will have a transformative experience at Manhattanville that will prepare them for success in their careers and lives.”
Interest in Manhattanville’s academic offerings continues to rise, particularly in its accelerated academic programs, will allow students to receive a bachelor’s and master’s degree in as little as five years. In New York state, applications to accelerated programs have increased by 93% since fall 2024 and are up 11% over last year. Deposits among in-state students in accelerated programs have also increased by 2% year over year.
Several trends stand out within that growth:
- Enrollment from New York state residents is up 21% in accelerated degree programs within the sciences (biology, computer science, neuroscience, biochemistry).
- Growth is being driven largely by commuter students, suggesting increased interest in pathways that allow students to earn advanced credentials more efficiently while reducing educational costs.
- Participation among Hispanic students continues to increase, with deposits into 4+1 accelerated programs rising approximately 8% this year.
These trends reinforce Manhattanville’s strategic focus on affordability, flexibility and career outcomes while maintaining its liberal arts tradition.
Every Manhattanville student participates in hands-on learning opportunities, including internships, clinical experiences, practicums, research, study abroad, or other experiential learning activities. The university’s momentum also reflects investments in market-responsive academic programs alongside a curriculum designed to educate ethical and socially responsible leaders in a global community.
Manhattanville University (formerly Manhattanville College) is a private liberal arts institution dedicated to academic excellence, purposeful education and social responsibility. “U.S. News and World Report” ranks Manhattanville among the Top Performers of Social Mobility in Regional Universities North. Founded in 1841, the university offers more than 75 undergraduate and graduate areas of study in the arts and sciences, education, nursing and health sciences, business, and creative writing, as well as continuing and executive education programs.
