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Manhattan University Pre-College Programs For High School Students

Why Choose Manhattan University Pre-College Programs?

Manhattan University pre-college programs provide high school students with a unique opportunity to explore their academic interests, build lasting friendships, experience campus life, and discover the iconic landmarks of New York City. Start your university journey and immerse yourself in the college experience.

Programs

Courses and Activities

We offer a wide range of courses from the School of Engineering, Kakos School of Arts and Sciences, and the O'Malley School of Business. Our courses are taught by our esteemed faculty, ensuring you receive a high-quality education. In addition to academics, we offer a variety of extracurricular activities to enrich your pre-college experience.

View the courses and activities we have to offer or attend one of our information sessions to learn more.

  • Program Dates and Schedule

    The Manhattan University Pre-College Summer Courses for 2025 run as follows:

    Option 1: July 7 - 17, 2025 (no classes on Fridays)
    Option 2: July 21 - 31, 2025 (no classes on Fridays) 

    • Commuter Daily Schedule

      Mon.

      Tues.

      Wed.

      Thu.

      9 - 12 p.m.

      Class

      Class

      Class

      Class

      12 - 12:30 p.m.

      Break

      Break

      Break

      Break

      12:30 - 3 p.m.

      Class

      Class

      Class

      Class

    • Residential Daily Schedule

      Mon.

      Tues.

      Wed.

      Thu.

      Fri.

      Sa/Su

      8 - 9 a.m.

      Bkfast

      Bkfast

      Bkfast

      Bkfast

      Bkfast

      Bkfast

      9 - 12 p.m.

      Class

      Class

      Class

      Class

      Act

      Act

      12 - 12:30 p.m.

      Lunch

      Lunch

      Lunch

      Lunch

      Lunch

      Lunch

      12:30 - 3 p.m.

      Class

      Class

      Class

      Class

      Act

      Act

      3 - 7 p.m.

      Act

      Act

      Act

      Act

      Act

      Act

      7 - 9 p.m.

      Dinn

      Dinn

      Dinn

      Dinn

      Dinn

      Dinn

  • Sample Agenda

    Sessions

    After-class Activities (add-on cost)

    Accommodation and Experiences (add-on cost)

    Selected Course A - Week One

    American Museum of Natural History Visit

    Meet university students

    Broadway Musical Show

    Meet Jaspers (alumni)

    Empire State

    Meet new friends for life


    Selected Course A - Week Two

    Ellis Island

    On-Campus Dorm Housing

    Intrepid Museum Visit

    Three meals at the on-campus cafeteria

    Statue of Liberty

    Safety

    9/11 Memorial

    Security

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Ready to take the next step? We can't wait to welcome you to campus and help you discover a brilliant future at Manhattan University.

For international participants who require a visa to enter the U.S., you must have a valid B2 (tourist visa or similar) to participate in these programs (we do not sponsor visas).

If you have questions, please email edgar.zavala@manhattan.edu or call 718-862-6236.

Apply to Arts and Sciences and Business Programs Apply to Engineering Programs Here

Residential Add-On

This option is only available for current participants in Manhattan University Pre-College programs. Arrival is the day before the course starts, and departure is the day after the course ends.

Learn more about the Residential Add-On