Manor CollegeStudent Guide

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Private Non-Profit Liberal Arts College in Jenkintown, PA. Operating on a semester system.

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599

Total Enrollment

Liberal Arts College

Institution Type

4

Housing Buildings

Student guide · Fall 2026 1st Seven Week Term

The semester, explained for Manor 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 1st Seven Week Term
Campus terms
9
Local details
11

Academic calendar

Fall 2026 1st Seven Week Term runs Sep 8, 2026 – Oct 23, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

11 entries
  1. Summer Session 2026
  2. Fall 2026 1st Seven Week TermRelevant now
  3. Fall 2026
  4. Fall 2026 2nd Seven Week Term
  5. Spring 2027 1st Seven Week Term
  6. Spring 2027
  7. Spring 2027 2nd Seven Week Term
  8. Maymester 2027
  9. Summer 2027 Six Week Session 1
  10. Summer 2027 Full Session
  11. Summer 2027 Six Week Session 2

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Campus language

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9 terms

B

Blue and White
The Blue and White Cafe, the main dining facility located on campus.
Blue Jays
The official mascot and collective name for Manor College athletic teams and students.

M

MAC
Manor Activities Council, the student-led group that plans campus events and programming.
MPH
Mother of Perpetual Help Hall, the primary on-campus residence hall.

P

PTK
Phi Theta Kappa, the international honor society for community and junior colleges.

S

SGA
Student Government Association, the representative body for the student population.
St. Josaphat
St. Josaphat Hall, a residence hall typically used for overflow or specific student housing needs.

T

The Cafe
Common shorthand for the Blue and White Cafe dining area.
The Manor
A common term used by students to refer to the college as a whole or the main historic building.

Places and practicalities

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

11 details
Academic Building
The primary facility for classrooms, science labs, and faculty offices.
Basileiad Manor
The historic main administrative building housing offices and meeting spaces.
bird_feed_food_pantry
Bird Feed (Food Pantry)
CAMS
The student information system portal used for checking grades, schedules, and financial aid.
Canvas
The learning management system where students access course materials and submit assignments.
Fox Chase Shuttle
The college-provided transportation service connecting the campus to the nearby Fox Chase SEPTA station.
manny_s_market
Manny's Market
Manor ID
The official student identification card required for building access and campus services.
manor_college_dining_hall
Manor College Dining Hall
The Barn
A campus structure often used for community events and gatherings.
The Library
The Basileiad Library, providing study spaces and research resources.

Quick answers

Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.

What academic term is relevant now?
Fall 2026 1st Seven Week Term runs Sep 8, 2026 – Oct 23, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
9 approved campus terms and 11 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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  • Performing arts, visual arts, student publications, film, and music.
  • Cultural orgs, identity communities, and faith-based groups.
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Life in Jenkintown for Manor College Students

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

Timezone

Eastern Time (ET)

Median Rent

$1,500

Cost of Living Index

115

Student Population

45,000

City Transportation

Walkability

65

Bikeability

40

Public Transit

SEPTA Regional Rail – Jenkintown-Wyncote Station, SEPTA Bus routes along Old York Road

Nearest Airports

Philadelphia International Airport

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid subtropical / warm-summer humid continental transition

Avg Annual Temp

49°F

Avg Snowfall

17 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Manor Parking Lot

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Permits must be displayed at all times; visitor spaces are available for guests.

Campus News

Latest updates from Manor College

It's On Us PA Funding Strengthens Prevention Efforts at Manor

Manor College received a $40,000 grant from the It's On Us PA program to combat sexual assault through education, awareness, and upgraded security cameras.

Sep 11, 2026

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Manor College Announces Spring 2026 Dean's List

The college recognized students who earned a 3.5 GPA or higher while carrying at least 12 academic credits during the Spring 2026 semester.

Jun 9, 2026

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Newest Blue Jays: Shannon Dorety Finds Her Time to Begin Again

Shannon Dorety joins Manor College to study Child Development, highlighting the diverse backgrounds of the incoming Fall 2026 class.

Aug 24, 2026

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Manor College utilizes the LiveSafe mobile app and a text-based emergency alert system for real-time safety notifications.

Manor College utilizes the LiveSafe mobile app and a text-based emergency alert system for real-time safety notifications.

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Manor College

Midterm Exams Period

October 5, 2026

Campus-wide

Approximate start of the midterm evaluation phase for the Fall 2026 semester.

Fall Open House

October 10, 2026

Manor College Campus

Prospective students and families are invited to explore academic programs, tour the campus, and meet with faculty and staff.

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Manor College

Various dorm and housing options are available for students.

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

Manor Hall

Capacity: 166

Room types: single, double

Manor Hall Northeast

Capacity: 96

Room types: double

St. Josaphat Residence Hall

Capacity: 40

Room types: single, double

Upperclassmen Apartments (West Campus)

Capacity: 154

Room types: apartment units

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Control

Private Non-Profit

Email Domain

@manor.edu

Official Website

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