Manhattan CollegeStudent Guide

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Private Non-Profit Liberal Arts College in Riverdale, NY. Operating on a semester system.

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4K+

Total Enrollment

Liberal Arts College

Institution Type

4

Housing Buildings

800

Housing Capacity

Student guide · Fall 2026 7 Week Session I

The semester, explained for Manhattan College

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
Fall 2026 7 Week Session I
Campus terms
15
Local details
13

Academic calendar

Fall 2026 7 Week Session I runs Aug 24, 2026 – Oct 11, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

25 entries
  1. Summer Session II 2026
  2. Fall 2026 7 Week Session IRelevant now
  3. Fall Semester 2026
  4. Fall 2026 7 Week Session II
  5. Winter 2026 IntersessionWinter Intersession 2026-2027Winter Intersession 2027
  6. Spring 2027 7 Week Session I
  7. Spring Semester 2027
  8. Spring 2027 7 Week Session II
  9. Summer Session I 2027
  10. Summer 2027 Session I
  11. Summer 2027 Session IISummer Session II 2027
  12. Fall 2027 7 Week Session I
  13. Fall Semester 2027
  14. Fall 2027 7 Week Session II
  15. Winter 2027 IntersessionWinter Intersession 2027-2028Winter Intersession 2028
  16. Spring Semester 2028
  17. Summer Session I 2028
  18. Summer 2028 Session I
  19. Summer 2028 Session IISummer Session II 2028

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Campus language

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15 terms

C

Chrys
Chrysostom Hall, a traditional-style residence hall primarily for freshmen.
CMSA
Campus Ministry and Social Action, the office coordinating community service and spiritual life.

D

Dante's
Dante's Den, a retail dining area and food court located in Thomas Hall.

H

Horan
Horan Hall, a high-rise residence hall formerly known as East Hill.

J

Jaspers
The official nickname for Manhattan University students and athletic teams, named after Brother Jasper.

L

LASO
Latin American Student Organization, a prominent cultural club on campus.
Lee
Lee Hall, a residence hall located on the south side of campus.
Locke's
Locke's Loft, the main resident dining hall located in Thomas Hall.

O

OM
Overlook Manor, an apartment-style residence hall located slightly off-campus for upperclassmen.

R

Riverdale
The residential neighborhood in the Bronx where the campus is situated.

S

SGA
Student Government Association, the primary representative body for the student population.
Starbucks
The licensed Starbucks location situated inside the Kelly Student Commons.

T

The Commons
Dining options and retail food vendors located within the Raymond W. Kelly '63 Student Commons.
The Quad
The central grassy area on the main campus used for socializing and events.

W

WRCM
The student-run campus radio station.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

13 details
DLS
De La Salle Hall, the building housing the O'Malley School of Business and administrative offices.
Jasper Card
The official student ID card used for building access, meal plans, and laundry services.
JasperNet
The college's single-sign-on portal for accessing email, grades, and course registration.
Kelly
The Raymond W. Kelly '63 Student Commons, the hub for student activities and dining.
Leo
Leo Hall, the main building for the School of Engineering, located across 240th Street.
locke_s_loft
Locke's Loft
Miguel
Miguel Hall, the central building for the School of Liberal Arts.
O'Malley
The O'Malley Library, the primary academic research facility on campus.
starbucks
Starbucks
Starfish
The online platform used by students to schedule academic advising and tutoring appointments.
The 1
The NYC Subway line (Van Cortlandt Park–242nd Street station) located at the foot of the campus hill.
the_halal_shack
The Halal Shack
yella_s
Yella's

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What academic term is relevant now?
Fall 2026 7 Week Session I runs Aug 24, 2026 – Oct 11, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
15 approved campus terms and 13 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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  • Major-aligned clubs, pre-professional groups, and research communities.
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Worth a look

Club Esports

A co-ed competitive team offering games like Overwatch, Rocket League, Super Smash Bros Ultimate and Valorant. The team competes at the Division-1 level in the MAAC Conference.

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Accounting Society

A professional society for students building careers in accounting, connecting them with the profession through networking, guest speakers, and career-focused events.

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Source: manhattan.edu · Verified 22 days ago

Resources & spaces

Center for Academic Success

Provides academic support services including the Writing Center, Learning Commons, peer tutoring, and small-group sessions.

Open to all

Source: manhattan.edu · Verified 22 days ago

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Life in Riverdale for Manhattan College Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Riverdale.

Timezone

Eastern Time (ET)

Median Rent

$2,200

Cost of Living Index

165

Student Population

8,000

City Transportation

Walkability

70

Bikeability

55

Public Transit

MTA Subway 1 line (Riverdale-area stations), Metro-North Hudson Line (Spuyten Duyvil and nearby stations), MTA local and express buses

Nearest Airports

LaGuardia Airport, John F. Kennedy International Airport

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid subtropical

Avg Annual Temp

52°F

Avg Snowfall

28 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Manhattan University Garage

garage • Limited; permits required

Located on Broadway with entrances at W 242nd St. Primary facility for commuters and visitors.

Draddy Parking Lot

surface_lot • Permit required

Used for unloading during move-in; requires permit for regular use.

Campus News

Latest updates from Manhattan College

Seven Individuals And Two Teams Inducted In 2026 Manhattan University Athletics Hall of Fame Class

Manhattan University announced its 47th Annual Athletic Hall of Fame class, featuring seven individual inductees and two teams, with a special dedication to Coach Fred Dwyer.

Aug 31, 2026

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Manhattan University Named One of America's Best Colleges by TIME Magazine

Manhattan University was recognized among the top 500 colleges nationwide in TIME Magazine's inaugural 'America's Best Colleges 2026-2027' ranking.

Aug 28, 2026

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Battle Of The Bronx Thriller Ends In Five-Set Loss For Women's Volleyball

The Manhattan Jaspers Women's Volleyball team fell to Fordham in a closely contested five-set match during the Battle of the Bronx.

Aug 29, 2026

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Manhattan University uses the e2campus emergency notification system for safety, health, and weather-related alerts.

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Manhattan College

Blue and White Event: JPHP Meets the President

August 31, 2026

Smith Auditorium

A casual social event where students can enjoy snacks, music, games, and conversation while getting to know President Bonato.

Club Fair

September 1, 2026

The Quadrangle (Rain location: Smith Auditorium)

An opportunity for students to learn about campus clubs and sign up for new activities.

Cru Kickoff - Tacos and Testimony Night

September 1, 2026

Smith Auditorium

Kickoff event for Cru featuring tacos and personal testimonies.

The Quadrangle Student Newspaper - Weekly Staff Meeting

September 1, 2026

Kelly Commons, Room 3B

Open meeting for students to experience how a newsroom runs and help keep the campus updated.

Jasper Dancers Back to School Bake Sale

September 2, 2026

Kelly Commons

Fundraising bake sale hosted by the Jasper Dancers.

Summer Research Scholars Celebration

September 24, 2026

Kelly Commons, 4th and 5th Floors

Event celebrating the work of Summer Research Scholars with posters and presentations across various disciplines.

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Manhattan College

All freshmen are required to live on campus for their first year unless commuting from a parent or guardian's home within a reasonable distance.

3 known dorm and housing options. Every known option is shown below.

Leo Hall

Capacity: 350

Room types: Single, Double

Corporal Richard J. Murphy Hall

Capacity: 250

Room types: Double, Suite

McCann Hall

Capacity: 200

Room types: Single, Double, Suite

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Control

Private Non-Profit

Email Domain

@manhattan.edu

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