Is Manhattan University a Catholic college?

Yes. Manhattan University is a Catholic college in the Archdiocese of New York. Its sponsor is Brothers of the Christian Schools (De La Salle Christian Brothers).

What is Manhattan University’s Compass Score?

74 out of 100 (grade B). It combines faith (75%) and academics (25%), each rated from official sources.

Where is Mass celebrated at Manhattan University?

Mass is listed at Chapel of the Holy Infancy, Memorial Hall (campus), Chapel of De La Salle and His Brothers, Squeri Hall (campus), St. John-Visitation Church, and 3021 Kingsbridge Avenue (parish). Days and times are on this page; please confirm with the parish or campus ministry before you go.

Catholic college

Manhattan University

LocationRiverdale, NY
Type and sizePrivate nonprofit · 4-year · 3,495 students
SponsorBrothers of the Christian Schools (De La Salle Christian Brothers)
TraditionLasallian

Official website

Manhattan University is a Lasallian Catholic university in the Riverdale section of the Bronx, founded in 1853 by the Brothers of the Christian Schools. Campus Ministry and Social Action lists Mass on campus Monday through Thursday and on Sunday evenings, and two Passionist priests serve as co-directors of campus ministry and university chaplains. All undergraduates take three religious studies courses, including one Catholic Studies course; philosophy requirements differ by school.

Mass, confession, and adoration

Confirm with the parish

Mass 9

Monday–Thursday12:15 PMChapel of the Holy Infancy, Memorial Hall (campus)
Sunday7:30 PMChapel of De La Salle and His Brothers, Squeri Hall (campus)
Saturday5:00 PMSt. John-Visitation Church, 3021 Kingsbridge Avenue (parish) · Vigil Mass; parish recommended by campus ministry.
Sunday8:30 AMSt. John-Visitation Church (parish)
Sunday10:00 AMSt. John-Visitation Church (parish) · Spanish.
Sunday11:30 AMSt. John-Visitation Church (parish)

Show 3 more mass times

Sunday1:00 PMSt. John-Visitation Church (parish) · Spanish.
Friday, Saturday12:15 PMSt. John-Visitation Church (parish)
Tuesday, Friday7:00 PMSt. John-Visitation Church (parish) · Spanish; listed by the Archdiocese of New York.

Times come only from official parish, chaplaincy, or school pages, and can change with the season. Last verified Oct. 8, 2026.

Sources for these times (2)

Worship - Manhattan Universitymanhattan.edu/student-life/cmsa/worship · verified Oct. 8, 2026
“Weekday (Monday-Thursday) 12:15pm (Manhattan University – Chapel of the Holy Infancy)”
Mass is celebrated Monday-Thursday at 12:15 PM in the campus Chapel of the Holy Infancy.
“7:30pm (Manhattan University – Chapel of DeLaSalle and His Brothers)”
Sunday Mass on campus is at 7:30 PM in the Chapel of De La Salle and His Brothers.
“5:00pm (Vigil Mass on Saturday at St. John-Visitation Church)”
A 5:00 PM Saturday vigil Mass is at St. John-Visitation Church.
“8:30am (St. John-Visitation Church) 10:00am (St. John-Visitation Church – Spanish) 11:30am (St. John-Visitation Church) 1:00pm (St. John-Visitation Church – Spanish)”
Sunday Masses at St. John-Visitation Church are at 8:30 AM, 10:00 AM (Spanish), 11:30 AM and 1:00 PM (Spanish).
“8:30am (St. John-Visitation Church) 10:00am (St. John-Visitation Church – Spanish) 11:30am (St. John-Visitation Church) 1:00pm (St. John-Visitation Church – Spanish)”
Sunday Masses at St. John-Visitation Church are at 8:30 AM, 10:00 AM (Spanish), 11:30 AM and 1:00 PM (Spanish).
“8:30am (St. John-Visitation Church) 10:00am (St. John-Visitation Church – Spanish) 11:30am (St. John-Visitation Church) 1:00pm (St. John-Visitation Church – Spanish)”
Sunday Masses at St. John-Visitation Church are at 8:30 AM, 10:00 AM (Spanish), 11:30 AM and 1:00 PM (Spanish).
“8:30am (St. John-Visitation Church) 10:00am (St. John-Visitation Church – Spanish) 11:30am (St. John-Visitation Church) 1:00pm (St. John-Visitation Church – Spanish)”
Sunday Masses at St. John-Visitation Church are at 8:30 AM, 10:00 AM (Spanish), 11:30 AM and 1:00 PM (Spanish).
“Weekday (Friday-Saturday) 12:15pm (St. John-Visitation Church)”
Friday and Saturday 12:15 PM Masses are at St. John-Visitation Church.
St. John - Visitation: St. John Church - Archdiocese of New Yorkarchny.org/places/st-john-visitation · verified Oct. 8, 2026
“Tuesday 12:15 PM English 7:00 PM Español (Spanish)”
The archdiocese lists a Tuesday 7:00 PM Spanish Mass at St. John-Visitation.

Catholic churches nearby

CampusCatholic centerCatholic church (numbered below)Open a street map ›

Church of the Visitation — 0.3 mi · 160 Van Cortlandt Park South
Saint Gabriel Church — 0.6 mi · 3250 Arlington Avenue
Saint John-Visitation Catholic Church — 0.8 mi · 3033 Kingsbridge Avenue, Bronx
St. Joseph Cursillo Center — 0.8 mi
Our Lady of Angels Catholic Church — 1.1 mi · 2860 Sedgwick Avenue
Our Lady of Angels Rectory — 1.1 mi · 2860 Webb Avenue

Within 3 miles, as mapped by OpenStreetMap contributors. The map may be incomplete. Confirm with the parish or diocese.

Faith scorecard

Each line is one thing we looked for. A check means yes, a half means partly, a dash means no. “Not enough information” means official sources did not say.

Sacramental life

75 of 100 points on what we could document.

Partly:
Weekday Mass on campus during the academic year3–4 weekdays (Campus Mass Monday-Thursday at 12:15 PM in the Chapel of the Holy Infancy; the Friday and Saturday 12:15 PM Masses listed are at St. John-Visitation Church (parish), not on campus.)
Sources (1)
1. Worship - Manhattan Universitymanhattan.edu/student-life/cmsa/worship · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Weekday (Monday-Thursday) 12:15pm (Manhattan University – Chapel of the Holy Infancy)”
  Mass is celebrated Monday-Thursday at 12:15 PM in the campus Chapel of the Holy Infancy.
  “Although Mass is not offered everyday, members of the community are also welcome to attend the Eucharist at our local parish, St. John - Visitation Church.”
  Campus Mass is not offered every day; students are directed to St. John-Visitation parish.
  “Weekday (Friday-Saturday) 12:15pm (St. John-Visitation Church)”
  Friday and Saturday 12:15 PM Masses are at St. John-Visitation Church.
Partly:
Sunday Mass on campus (including Saturday vigil)One weekend Mass (One on-campus weekend Mass: Sunday 7:30 PM in the Chapel of De La Salle and His Brothers. The other weekend Masses listed (Saturday 5:00 PM vigil. Sunday 8:30, 10:00 Spanish, 11:30 AM and 1:00 PM Spanish) are at St. John-Visitation Church.)
Sources (2)
1. Worship - Manhattan Universitymanhattan.edu/student-life/cmsa/worship · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “7:30pm (Manhattan University – Chapel of DeLaSalle and His Brothers)”
  Sunday Mass on campus is at 7:30 PM in the Chapel of De La Salle and His Brothers.
2. Campus Ministry Co-Directors and University Chaplains - Manhattan Universitymanhattan.edu/mission-ministry/campus-ministry/co-directors · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “facilitating retreat and prayer experiences—including the weekly Sunday Evening Mass”
  The chaplains lead a weekly Sunday evening Mass.
Not enough information:
Scheduled confession on campusNot enough information: not found in official sources.
Not enough information:
Eucharistic adorationNot enough information: not found in official sources.
Yes:
Priests serving studentsAt least one full-time priest chaplain (or a resident community of priests serving campus ministry) (Father Edward L. Beck, C.P., and Father Robert H. Joerger, C.P., are presented as Co-Directors of Campus Ministry and University Chaplains; the page notes Fr. Joerger also serves as Catholic chaplain at Calvary Hospital.)
Sources (1)
1. Campus Ministry Co-Directors and University Chaplains - Manhattan Universitymanhattan.edu/mission-ministry/campus-ministry/co-directors · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Father Edward L. Beck, C.P., and Father Robert H. Joerger, C.P., AFSC, who are the new Co-Directors of Campus Ministry and University Chaplains.”
  Two Passionist priests are Co-Directors of Campus Ministry and University Chaplains.
Yes:
Chapel open for prayer on campusYes (Weekday Mass is celebrated in the campus Chapel of the Holy Infancy; the worship page describes the chapels as 'the center of campus life'.)
Sources (1)
1. Worship - Manhattan Universitymanhattan.edu/student-life/cmsa/worship · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “The Chapel of DeLaSalle and His Brothers is the main chapel and is located on the second floor of Squeri Hall. The Chapel of the Holy Infancy is a smaller chapel and is located on the second floor of Memorial Hall.”
  The campus has two chapels, in Squeri Hall and Memorial Hall.
  “Weekday (Monday-Thursday) 12:15pm (Manhattan University – Chapel of the Holy Infancy)”
  Mass is celebrated Monday-Thursday at 12:15 PM in the campus Chapel of the Holy Infancy.
Partly:
Published weekly schedule of Mass, confession, and adoration12 to 19 times a week (14 weekly times documented: 14 Mass, 0 confession, 0 adoration.)Computed from the verified Mass, confession, and adoration times listed on this page (each day a time is offered counts once).

Theology and core curriculum

72 of 100 points on what we could document.

Yes:
Theology or religious studies courses required of all bachelor's studentsThree or more courses (Nine-credit religious studies requirement for all students: RELS 110 Lasallian Seminar (or RELS 152 in Kakos), one Elective Group A (Catholic Studies) course, and one Elective Group B (Global Studies and Contemporary Issues) course. The Kakos, O'Malley Business, and Engineering curricula each list three RELS courses (2026-27 catalog).)
Sources (4)
1. Religious Studies, Philosophy and Peace & Justice Studies | Manhattan University Catalog 2026-27catalog.manhattan.edu/undergraduate/artsandscience/rlph · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “These goals are accomplished through our nine-credit requirement for all students that includes:”
  All students complete a nine-credit (three-course) religious studies requirement.
  “One course that explores the riches of the Catholic intellectual tradition: any course chosen from RELS 200-299 (Elective Group A)”
  All students take one Group A course exploring the Catholic intellectual tradition.
2. Kakos School of Arts and Sciences | Manhattan University Catalog 2026-27catalog.manhattan.edu/undergraduate/artsandscience · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “RELS 110 | Lasallian Seminar | 3 | or RELS 152 | Nature & Experience of Religion-FYS | A RELS Course in Catholic Studies | 3 | A RELS Course in Global Studies or Contemporary Issues | 3 |”
  Kakos students take an introductory RELS course, a Catholic Studies course, and a Global Studies/Contemporary Issues course.
3. O'Malley School of Business - General Information | Manhattan University Catalog 2026-27catalog.manhattan.edu/undergraduate/business · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “PHIL 201 | Ethics | 3 | RELS 110 | Lasallian Seminar | 3 | RELS Elective 200 Level | 3 | RELS Elective 300 Level | 3 |”
  Business students take PHIL 201 Ethics and three religious studies courses.
4. Engineering - General Information | Manhattan University Catalog 2026-27catalog.manhattan.edu/undergraduate/engineering · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Religious Studies - Additional 6 credits with students selecting one course from Elective Group A (Catholic Studies) and one course from Elective Group B (Global Studies and Contemporary Issues)”
  Engineering students take RELS 110 plus one Catholic Studies course and one Global Studies/Contemporary Issues course.
Yes:
Required theology includes explicitly Catholic content (Scripture, Catholic tradition, sacraments)At least one required course is explicitly Catholic theology (Every student takes one course from Elective Group A, which the catalog labels 'Catholic Studies' and the Religious Studies Department describes as a course that 'explores the riches of the Catholic intellectual tradition'. Group A includes courses such as Contemporary Catholicism, Trends in Catholic Theology, The Catholic Mystics and Catholic Social Teaching, along with Bible and other courses. Business lists the requirement as a 'RELS Elective 200 Level' (the 200-level courses form Group A).)
Sources (3)
1. Religious Studies, Philosophy and Peace & Justice Studies | Manhattan University Catalog 2026-27catalog.manhattan.edu/undergraduate/artsandscience/rlph · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “One course that explores the riches of the Catholic intellectual tradition: any course chosen from RELS 200-299 (Elective Group A)”
  All students take one Group A course exploring the Catholic intellectual tradition.
  “Elective Group A: Catholic Studies”
  The Group A religious studies electives are designated Catholic Studies.
2. Engineering - General Information | Manhattan University Catalog 2026-27catalog.manhattan.edu/undergraduate/engineering · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Religious Studies - Additional 6 credits with students selecting one course from Elective Group A (Catholic Studies) and one course from Elective Group B (Global Studies and Contemporary Issues)”
  Engineering students take RELS 110 plus one Catholic Studies course and one Global Studies/Contemporary Issues course.
3. Kakos School of Arts and Sciences | Manhattan University Catalog 2026-27catalog.manhattan.edu/undergraduate/artsandscience · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “RELS 110 | Lasallian Seminar | 3 | or RELS 152 | Nature & Experience of Religion-FYS | A RELS Course in Catholic Studies | 3 | A RELS Course in Global Studies or Contemporary Issues | 3 |”
  Kakos students take an introductory RELS course, a Catholic Studies course, and a Global Studies/Contemporary Issues course.
No:
Philosophy courses required of all bachelor's studentsNone required (Minimum across the day schools: the School of Engineering requires no philosophy course (philosophy is one optional humanities area). The O'Malley School of Business requires PHIL 201 Ethics, and Kakos liberal arts and science majors take PHIL 150 Roots: Philosophy.)
Sources (3)
1. Engineering - General Information | Manhattan University Catalog 2026-27catalog.manhattan.edu/undergraduate/engineering · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Humanities, Social Sciences or other approved courses – 12 to 15 credits (depending on the engineering program) from subject areas such as modern foreign languages (200 Level or higher), religious studies (beyond the 9 credits described above), fine arts, history, philosophy”
  Engineering general education lists philosophy only as one optional humanities area.
2. O'Malley School of Business - General Information | Manhattan University Catalog 2026-27catalog.manhattan.edu/undergraduate/business · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “PHIL 201 | Ethics | 3 | RELS 110 | Lasallian Seminar | 3 | RELS Elective 200 Level | 3 | RELS Elective 300 Level | 3 |”
  Business students take PHIL 201 Ethics and three religious studies courses.
3. Roots of Learning | Manhattan University Catalog 2026-27catalog.manhattan.edu/undergraduate/artsandscience/liberallearningllrn · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “To fulfil the Humanities requirement, all students in liberal arts and science majors take the following courses:”
  Kakos liberal arts and science majors take the Roots of Learning humanities courses.
  “PHIL 150 | Roots: Philosophy | 3 |”
  The Roots of Learning humanities courses include PHIL 150 Roots: Philosophy.
Yes:
Core curriculum explicitly draws on the Catholic intellectual traditionYes, stated in the catalog or core description (The university-wide educational goals (core competencies) include Religious and Ethical Awareness, defined as knowledge of religious viewpoints 'including; not limited to the Catholic intellectual tradition and Lasallian heritage', and the university-wide religious studies requirement includes a course that explores the Catholic intellectual tradition.)
Sources (2)
1. University-wide Educational Goals | Manhattan University Catalog 2026-27catalog.manhattan.edu/undergraduate/educationalgoals · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “demonstrate knowledge of a range of religious viewpoints, including but not limited to the Catholic intellectual tradition and Lasallian heritage”
  A university-wide core competency names the Catholic intellectual tradition and Lasallian heritage.
2. Religious Studies, Philosophy and Peace & Justice Studies | Manhattan University Catalog 2026-27catalog.manhattan.edu/undergraduate/artsandscience/rlph · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “One course that explores the riches of the Catholic intellectual tradition: any course chosen from RELS 200-299 (Elective Group A)”
  All students take one Group A course exploring the Catholic intellectual tradition.
Yes:
Theology or religious studies major offeredYes (B.A. major and minor in Religious Studies.)
Sources (1)
1. Religious Studies, Philosophy and Peace & Justice Studies | Manhattan University Catalog 2026-27catalog.manhattan.edu/undergraduate/artsandscience/rlph · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “As part of this mission, the university offers both a major and a minor in Religious Studies leading to a BA degree.”
  A Religious Studies major and minor are offered.
Not enough information:
Publicly affirms Ex Corde Ecclesiae in mission or governance documentsNot enough information: not found in official sources.

Campus culture and residence life

75 of 100 points on what we could document.

Partly:
Campus ministry staffing (chaplains, ministers, and professional staff)Two to four (2 professional staff on the campus ministry staff page (the two priest co-directors and university chaplains). Other CMSA staff (e.g., a Coordinator of Social Action and the L.O.V.E. trip contact) are mentioned elsewhere.)
Sources (1)
1. Campus Ministry Co-Directors and University Chaplains - Manhattan Universitymanhattan.edu/mission-ministry/campus-ministry/co-directors · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Father Edward L. Beck, C.P., and Father Robert H. Joerger, C.P., AFSC, who are the new Co-Directors of Campus Ministry and University Chaplains.”
  Two Passionist priests are Co-Directors of Campus Ministry and University Chaplains.
Yes:
Retreats offered to students each yearFour or more distinct retreats (2026-27 catalog: several L.I.F.T. retreats each year for ecological spirituality, Kairos, new students, seniors, and women in spirituality (5 distinct); the current retreats page names Kairos and a Bear Mountain hiking retreat.)
Sources (2)
1. Mission, Campus Ministry & Social Action | Manhattan University Catalog 2026-27catalog.manhattan.edu/undergraduate/missioncampusministry · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Several student LIFT Retreats are offered each year for ecological spirituality, Kairos, new students, seniors, and women in spirituality.”
  Five kinds of L.I.F.T. retreats are offered each year.
2. Faith Based Retreats - Manhattan Universitymanhattan.edu/mission-ministry/campus-ministry/faith-based-retreats · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Kairos is the hallmark retreat at Manhattan University”
  Campus ministry offers the Kairos retreat.
  “Join CMSA for a day-long getaway to Bear Mountain.”
  CMSA offers a day-long hiking retreat at Bear Mountain.
Partly:
Catholic student organizations and faith-formation groupsOne or two (Lasallian Collegians (CMSA-sponsored faith, service and community group) and Music Ministry (student music at liturgies). Cru is non-denominational, and JustPeace is a social-justice discussion and service group; neither is counted.)
Sources (2)
1. Faith & Spirituality Student Groups - Manhattan Universitymanhattan.edu/mission-ministry/campus-ministry/faith-spirituality-student-groups · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Lasallian Collegians combine their love of Manhattan University with a drive to engage in faith, service and community.”
  Lasallian Collegians is a CMSA-sponsored faith, service and community group.
2. Clubs & Organizations - Manhattan Universitymanhattan.edu/student-life/clubs-organizations · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Music Ministry brings together students who share their musical gifts in service of worship and the spiritual life of the campus.”
  Music Ministry is a student organization serving campus liturgies.
Not enough information:
Single-sex residence optionsNot enough information: not found in official sources.
Partly:
Overnight guest policy in residence hallsVisitation hours or guest limits apply (Student Handbook guest policy: day guests 8 AM-midnight (2 AM Friday and Saturday), up to two at a time; overnight guests up to two consecutive nights and six nights per month, with blackout periods.)
Sources (1)
1. Student Handbook: Community Standards & Student Code of Conduct - Manhattan Universitymanhattan.edu/student-life/dean-of-students/student-handbook-community-standards-student-code-of-conduct · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Residents may host guests for up to 6 nights per month at two day intervals, and no more than two overnight guests at any given time.”
  Overnight guests are limited in number and nights per month.
  “entering with a resident host between 8:00 am and 12:00 am (this extends to 2:00 am for day guests arriving on Friday and Saturday)”
  Day guest hours apply in the residence halls.
Not enough information:
Faith life in residence halls (hall chaplains, hall Masses, or faith-based living communities)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
Yes:
Office or senior officer for mission and Catholic identityYes (Office of Mission supports the whole university's Lasallian Catholic identity, including Lasallian and Catholic formation programs and consultation with departments.)
Sources (2)
1. Office of Mission - Manhattan Universitymanhattan.edu/offices/mission · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “The Office of Mission supports the Manhattan University community in their understanding and realization of the distinctive academic and societal mission of the University and its Lasallian Catholic identity.”
  An Office of Mission supports the university's Lasallian Catholic identity.
2. Mission & Ministry - Manhattan Universitymanhattan.edu/mission-ministry · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Contact: mission@manhattan.edu | 718-862-7734”
  The Office of Mission can be reached at mission@manhattan.edu or 718-862-7734.

Service and Catholic social teaching

79 of 100 points on what we could document.

Yes:
Service or volunteer centerYes (Campus Ministry and Social Action runs the weekly L.O.Co. community service program (with a Coordinator of Social Action), Service on Saturday, and the Mission Week of Service.)
Sources (2)
1. L.O.Co: Weekly Community Service - Manhattan Universitymanhattan.edu/student-life/cmsa/loco · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “The Lasallian Outreach Collaborative (L.O.Co.) is a weekly community service organization which partners with local community-based organizations in the Bronx, and greater NYC area.”
  CMSA runs a weekly community service program with local partners.
2. Mission, Campus Ministry & Social Action | Manhattan University Catalog 2026-27catalog.manhattan.edu/undergraduate/missioncampusministry · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “One-time service opportunities are open to the entire student body throughout the year through the Service on Saturday Program.”
  CMSA runs a Service on Saturday program.
Partly:
Service-learning or community engagement in the curriculumAvailable (courses or programs) (PEAC 453 Community Engaged Learning is offered (Peace and Justice Studies).)
Sources (1)
1. Religious Studies, Philosophy and Peace & Justice Studies | Manhattan University Catalog 2026-27catalog.manhattan.edu/undergraduate/artsandscience/rlph · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “PEAC 453 | Community Engaged Learning | 3 |”
  A Community Engaged Learning course is offered.
Partly:
Catholic social teaching in the curriculum (course, minor, center, or core requirement)Offered (course, minor, or center) (RELS 254 Catholic Social Teaching and RELS 205 Urban America and Catholic Social Teaching are Group A options, and the Dorothy Day Center for Study and Promotion of Social Catholicism is a campus center; neither course is required of all students.)
Sources (2)
1. Religious Studies, Philosophy and Peace & Justice Studies | Manhattan University Catalog 2026-27catalog.manhattan.edu/undergraduate/artsandscience/rlph · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “RELS 254 | Catholic Social Teaching | 3 |”
  A Catholic Social Teaching course is offered.
2. Dorothy Day Center - Manhattan Universitymanhattan.edu/academics/centers-institutes/dorothy-day-center · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “The Dorothy Day Center for Study and Promotion of Social Catholicism is a resource for the campus, our local community and the worldwide Lasallian network on the Catholic social tradition.”
  The Dorothy Day Center studies and promotes the Catholic social tradition.
Not enough information:
Pro-life engagement (student pro-life group, support for pregnant and parenting students, or institutional initiatives)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
Yes:
Justice and solidarity programs (immersion trips, poverty, migration, or care-for-creation initiatives)Two or more (L.O.V.E. social justice immersion trips, Catholic Relief Services Global Campus designation, the Dorothy Day Center, and Laudato Si' University status.)
Sources (3)
1. L.O.V.E.: Social Justice Immersion Experiences - Manhattan Universitymanhattan.edu/student-life/cmsa/love · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “LOVE Trips constitute a significant part of Manhattan University's social justice immersion program, and they provide students with opportunities to learn about Catholic Social Teaching in the communities that are most impacted by the justice issues.”
  L.O.V.E. trips are social justice immersion trips framed by Catholic Social Teaching.
2. Mission, Campus Ministry & Social Action | Manhattan University Catalog 2026-27catalog.manhattan.edu/undergraduate/missioncampusministry · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Recent experiences have taken place in Pachuca, MX, New Orleans, Flint, El Paso, Camden, Chicago and Bethlehem in the Holy Land.”
  L.O.V.E. immersion trips have gone to domestic and international sites.
  “Through CMSA, Manhattan has been designated a Catholic Relief Services “Global Campus" in recognition of the University’s commitment to international relief and development work.”
  Manhattan is a Catholic Relief Services Global Campus.
  “It is also involved in Manhattan University's status as a Laudato Sí University.”
  Manhattan University is a Laudato Si' University (care for creation).
3. Dorothy Day Center - Manhattan Universitymanhattan.edu/academics/centers-institutes/dorothy-day-center · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “The Dorothy Day Center for Study and Promotion of Social Catholicism is a resource for the campus, our local community and the worldwide Lasallian network on the Catholic social tradition.”
  The Dorothy Day Center studies and promotes the Catholic social tradition.
Yes:
Service explicitly rooted in the Catholic mission (run with campus ministry or the mission office, or framed by Catholic social teaching)Yes (Campus Ministry and Social Action ties service to Catholic Social Teaching. L.O.V.E. participants study Catholic Social Teaching.)
Sources (2)
1. Campus Ministry - Manhattan Universitymanhattan.edu/mission-ministry/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Campus Ministry works hand in hand with Social Action, putting Catholic Social Teaching into practice through meaningful service to neighbors near and far.”
  Campus ministry's service work is framed by Catholic Social Teaching.
2. L.O.V.E.: Social Justice Immersion Experiences - Manhattan Universitymanhattan.edu/student-life/cmsa/love · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “LOVE Trips constitute a significant part of Manhattan University's social justice immersion program, and they provide students with opportunities to learn about Catholic Social Teaching in the communities that are most impacted by the justice issues.”
  L.O.V.E. trips are social justice immersion trips framed by Catholic Social Teaching.

Grades come from the documented indicators under the published rubric. “Not enough information” does not mean the school lacks it.

Strengths

All undergraduates take three religious studies courses, including one Catholic Studies course that the department describes as exploring the Catholic intellectual tradition.
Sources (3)
1. Religious Studies, Philosophy and Peace & Justice Studies | Manhattan University Catalog 2026-27catalog.manhattan.edu/undergraduate/artsandscience/rlph · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “These goals are accomplished through our nine-credit requirement for all students that includes:”
  All students complete a nine-credit (three-course) religious studies requirement.
  “One course that explores the riches of the Catholic intellectual tradition: any course chosen from RELS 200-299 (Elective Group A)”
  All students take one Group A course exploring the Catholic intellectual tradition.
2. Engineering - General Information | Manhattan University Catalog 2026-27catalog.manhattan.edu/undergraduate/engineering · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Religious Studies - Additional 6 credits with students selecting one course from Elective Group A (Catholic Studies) and one course from Elective Group B (Global Studies and Contemporary Issues)”
  Engineering students take RELS 110 plus one Catholic Studies course and one Global Studies/Contemporary Issues course.
3. Kakos School of Arts and Sciences | Manhattan University Catalog 2026-27catalog.manhattan.edu/undergraduate/artsandscience · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “RELS 110 | Lasallian Seminar | 3 | or RELS 152 | Nature & Experience of Religion-FYS | A RELS Course in Catholic Studies | 3 | A RELS Course in Global Studies or Contemporary Issues | 3 |”
  Kakos students take an introductory RELS course, a Catholic Studies course, and a Global Studies/Contemporary Issues course.
Mass is celebrated on campus Monday through Thursday and on Sunday evenings, and two priests are listed as co-directors of campus ministry and university chaplains.
Sources (2)
1. Worship - Manhattan Universitymanhattan.edu/student-life/cmsa/worship · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Weekday (Monday-Thursday) 12:15pm (Manhattan University – Chapel of the Holy Infancy)”
  Mass is celebrated Monday-Thursday at 12:15 PM in the campus Chapel of the Holy Infancy.
  “7:30pm (Manhattan University – Chapel of DeLaSalle and His Brothers)”
  Sunday Mass on campus is at 7:30 PM in the Chapel of De La Salle and His Brothers.
2. Campus Ministry Co-Directors and University Chaplains - Manhattan Universitymanhattan.edu/mission-ministry/campus-ministry/co-directors · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Father Edward L. Beck, C.P., and Father Robert H. Joerger, C.P., AFSC, who are the new Co-Directors of Campus Ministry and University Chaplains.”
  Two Passionist priests are Co-Directors of Campus Ministry and University Chaplains.
The catalog lists five kinds of student retreats each year.
Sources (1)
1. Mission, Campus Ministry & Social Action | Manhattan University Catalog 2026-27catalog.manhattan.edu/undergraduate/missioncampusministry · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Several student LIFT Retreats are offered each year for ecological spirituality, Kairos, new students, seniors, and women in spirituality.”
  Five kinds of L.I.F.T. retreats are offered each year.
Service and justice programs include weekly community service, social justice immersion trips framed by Catholic Social Teaching, and the Dorothy Day Center for Study and Promotion of Social Catholicism.
Sources (3)
1. L.O.Co: Weekly Community Service - Manhattan Universitymanhattan.edu/student-life/cmsa/loco · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “The Lasallian Outreach Collaborative (L.O.Co.) is a weekly community service organization which partners with local community-based organizations in the Bronx, and greater NYC area.”
  CMSA runs a weekly community service program with local partners.
2. L.O.V.E.: Social Justice Immersion Experiences - Manhattan Universitymanhattan.edu/student-life/cmsa/love · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “LOVE Trips constitute a significant part of Manhattan University's social justice immersion program, and they provide students with opportunities to learn about Catholic Social Teaching in the communities that are most impacted by the justice issues.”
  L.O.V.E. trips are social justice immersion trips framed by Catholic Social Teaching.
3. Dorothy Day Center - Manhattan Universitymanhattan.edu/academics/centers-institutes/dorothy-day-center · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “The Dorothy Day Center for Study and Promotion of Social Catholicism is a resource for the campus, our local community and the worldwide Lasallian network on the Catholic social tradition.”
  The Dorothy Day Center studies and promotes the Catholic social tradition.

Concerns

The campus worship schedule lists Mass times; no confession or Eucharistic adoration times.
Sources (1)
1. Worship - Manhattan Universitymanhattan.edu/student-life/cmsa/worship · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Weekday (Monday-Thursday) 12:15pm (Manhattan University – Chapel of the Holy Infancy)”
  Mass is celebrated Monday-Thursday at 12:15 PM in the campus Chapel of the Holy Infancy.
  “Although Mass is not offered everyday, members of the community are also welcome to attend the Eucharist at our local parish, St. John - Visitation Church.”
  Campus Mass is not offered every day; students are directed to St. John-Visitation parish.
Weekday Mass is on campus four days a week (Monday-Thursday); the Friday Mass listed is at the parish.
Sources (1)
1. Worship - Manhattan Universitymanhattan.edu/student-life/cmsa/worship · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Weekday (Monday-Thursday) 12:15pm (Manhattan University – Chapel of the Holy Infancy)”
  Mass is celebrated Monday-Thursday at 12:15 PM in the campus Chapel of the Holy Infancy.
  “Weekday (Friday-Saturday) 12:15pm (St. John-Visitation Church)”
  Friday and Saturday 12:15 PM Masses are at St. John-Visitation Church.
One weekend Mass is held on campus (Sunday 7:30 PM); other weekend Masses listed are at St. John-Visitation Church.
Sources (1)
1. Worship - Manhattan Universitymanhattan.edu/student-life/cmsa/worship · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “7:30pm (Manhattan University – Chapel of DeLaSalle and His Brothers)”
  Sunday Mass on campus is at 7:30 PM in the Chapel of De La Salle and His Brothers.
  “5:00pm (Vigil Mass on Saturday at St. John-Visitation Church)”
  A 5:00 PM Saturday vigil Mass is at St. John-Visitation Church.
  “8:30am (St. John-Visitation Church) 10:00am (St. John-Visitation Church – Spanish) 11:30am (St. John-Visitation Church) 1:00pm (St. John-Visitation Church – Spanish)”
  Sunday Masses at St. John-Visitation Church are at 8:30 AM, 10:00 AM (Spanish), 11:30 AM and 1:00 PM (Spanish).
The School of Engineering requires no philosophy course. Business requires one (Ethics).
Sources (2)
1. Engineering - General Information | Manhattan University Catalog 2026-27catalog.manhattan.edu/undergraduate/engineering · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Humanities, Social Sciences or other approved courses – 12 to 15 credits (depending on the engineering program) from subject areas such as modern foreign languages (200 Level or higher), religious studies (beyond the 9 credits described above), fine arts, history, philosophy”
  Engineering general education lists philosophy only as one optional humanities area.
2. O'Malley School of Business - General Information | Manhattan University Catalog 2026-27catalog.manhattan.edu/undergraduate/business · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “PHIL 201 | Ethics | 3 | RELS 110 | Lasallian Seminar | 3 | RELS Elective 200 Level | 3 | RELS Elective 300 Level | 3 |”
  Business students take PHIL 201 Ethics and three religious studies courses.

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Campus ministry home

Campus Ministry and Social Action (Cornerstone, Miguel Hall 209)

Address: Miguel Hall, Room 209, 4513 Manhattan College Parkway, Riverdale, NY 10471
Location: On campus
Facilities: lounges, Social Action Suite (Kelly Commons, room 2.03), chapels (Chapel of De La Salle and His Brothers in Squeri Hall; Chapel of the Holy Infancy in Memorial Hall)

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Source: catalog.manhattan.edu, verified Oct. 8, 2026, catalog.manhattan.edu, verified Oct. 8, 2026, manhattan.edu, verified Oct. 8, 2026, manhattan.edu, verified Oct. 8, 2026

Catholic clubs and student life

15 groups and regular activities · 9 on campus, 6 off campus

Retreats 3

L.I.F.T. Kairos retreatOff campus
Weekend retreat open to all students, part of the L.I.F.T. retreat program.
manhattan.edu, catalog.manhattan.edu
L.I.F.T. Hiking RetreatOff campus
Day-long retreat at Bear Mountain reflecting on Scripture and nature.
manhattan.edu
L.I.F.T. retreats for new students, seniors, women, and ecological spiritualityOff campus
Each year
Additional student retreats listed in the catalog.
catalog.manhattan.edu

Service 5

L.O.Co. weekly community serviceOff campus
Weekly
Ongoing weekly volunteering with Bronx and NYC community partners such as shelters, after-school programs and a community dining room.
manhattan.edu
L.O.V.E. social justice immersion tripsOff campus
Winter and spring breaks and early summer
Domestic and international immersion trips that include study of Catholic Social Teaching; a current trip is to Homestead, Florida.
manhattan.edu, catalog.manhattan.edu
Service on SaturdayOff campus
One-time service opportunities open to all students during the year.
catalog.manhattan.edu
Mission Week of ServiceOn campus
April
Annual week of on- and off-campus service projects and Lasallian heritage events.
catalog.manhattan.edu
Catholic Relief Services Global CampusOn campus
CRS campus program including the Lenten Rice Bowl drive and advocacy days.
catalog.manhattan.edu

Faith formation 2

Sacraments of Initiation preparationOn campus
CMSA accompanies those interested in becoming Catholic or completing Baptism, Confirmation, or First Communion.
catalog.manhattan.edu
Agape LatteOn campus
Monthly during the semester
Coffeehouse-style speaker series with trivia, music, and a faith reflection by a campus speaker.
manhattan.edu

Clubs and groups 2

Lasallian CollegiansOn campus
CMSA-sponsored student group for faith, service and community, including retreats.
manhattan.edu
JustPeaceOn campus
Student group discussing social issues and doing community service, based on the principles of St. John Baptist de La Salle.
manhattan.edu

Liturgy and prayer 2

Sunday Evening MassOn campus
Sundays 7:30 PM
Weekly campus Mass in the Chapel of De La Salle and His Brothers, led by the university chaplains.
manhattan.edu, manhattan.edu
Music MinistryOn campus
Student musicians who perform at liturgies and campus gatherings.
manhattan.edu

Social life 1

Slice of Social JusticeOn campus
Speaker program on current issues with pizza, pie or cake.
catalog.manhattan.edu

Everything listed is published by the school, its campus ministry, or the parish. Ask the campus minister what’s happening this semester.

Campus ministry

Sources (6)

Mission, Campus Ministry & Social Action | Manhattan University Catalog 2026-27catalog.manhattan.edu/undergraduate/missioncampusministry · verified Oct. 8, 2026
“Campus Ministry and Social Action has two convenient locations: Cornerstone, located in Miguel Hall, room 209, and the Social Action Suite, room 2.03, in the Kelly Commons.”
CMSA is located in Miguel Hall 209 (Cornerstone) and Kelly Commons 2.03.
“Campus Ministry and Social Action has two convenient locations: Cornerstone, located in Miguel Hall, room 209, and the Social Action Suite, room 2.03, in the Kelly Commons.”
CMSA is located in Miguel Hall 209 (Cornerstone) and Kelly Commons 2.03.
“Students are always welcome to drop in and enjoy the comfortable lounges”
CMSA offices include student lounges.
Campus Ministry Co-Directors and University Chaplains - Manhattan Universitymanhattan.edu/mission-ministry/campus-ministry/co-directors · verified Oct. 8, 2026
“Father Edward L. Beck, C.P., and Father Robert H. Joerger, C.P., AFSC, who are the new Co-Directors of Campus Ministry and University Chaplains.”
Two Passionist priests are Co-Directors of Campus Ministry and University Chaplains.
Worship - Manhattan Universitymanhattan.edu/student-life/cmsa/worship · verified Oct. 8, 2026
“Weekday (Monday-Thursday) 12:15pm (Manhattan University – Chapel of the Holy Infancy)”
Mass is celebrated Monday-Thursday at 12:15 PM in the campus Chapel of the Holy Infancy.
“Although Mass is not offered everyday, members of the community are also welcome to attend the Eucharist at our local parish, St. John - Visitation Church.”
Campus Mass is not offered every day; students are directed to St. John-Visitation parish.
“St. John - Visitation Church is located at 3021 Kingsbridge Avenue and is a welcoming parish for our students.”
St. John-Visitation Church, 3021 Kingsbridge Avenue, is the parish recommended to students.
“The Chapel of DeLaSalle and His Brothers is the main chapel and is located on the second floor of Squeri Hall. The Chapel of the Holy Infancy is a smaller chapel and is located on the second floor of Memorial Hall.”
The campus has two chapels, in Squeri Hall and Memorial Hall.
St. John - Visitation: St. John Church - Archdiocese of New Yorkarchny.org/places/st-john-visitation · verified Oct. 8, 2026
“3021 Kingsbridge Avenue The Bronx, New York 10463”
St. John-Visitation Parish is at 3021 Kingsbridge Avenue, Bronx, NY 10463.
Faith & Spirituality Student Groups - Manhattan Universitymanhattan.edu/mission-ministry/campus-ministry/faith-spirituality-student-groups · verified Oct. 8, 2026
“Lasallian Collegians combine their love of Manhattan University with a drive to engage in faith, service and community.”
Lasallian Collegians is a CMSA-sponsored faith, service and community group.
L.O.Co: Weekly Community Service - Manhattan Universitymanhattan.edu/student-life/cmsa/loco · verified Oct. 8, 2026
“4513 Manhattan College Parkway Riverdale, NY 10471”
The university's address is 4513 Manhattan College Parkway, Riverdale, NY 10471.

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My rating and notes

Academic Excellence

71 of 100

From federal data, on fixed published scales.

Each measure counts for the share shown.

Graduation rate 35% of score64%
First-year retention 20% of score76%
Entering students' test scores 15% of scoreSAT 1,270 · ACT 27
Student-to-faculty ratio 15% of score15 to 1
Instructional spending per student 15% of score$16,204

Bars show points on each measure’s scale. How Academic Excellence is computed.

Source: College Scorecard (College Scorecard, most recent cohorts (data release 06/10/2026))

Cost and value

Federal data, shown separately. Cost, debt, and earnings are never part of any grade.

Value and outcomes
Undergraduate students Fall enrollment (IPEDS)	2,928
Total students	3,495
Average net price (per year) After grants and scholarships, for students receiving federal aid	$27,256
Cost of attendance (per year)	$64,348
Median federal debt at graduation	$26,000
Graduation rate First-time, full-time students finishing within 150% of normal time	64%
First-year retention	76%
Median earnings 10 years after entry	$86,316
Admission rate	79%
Students receiving Pell grants	36%

Admission test scores (middle 50% of admitted students who submitted scores)
Average SAT	1270
SAT reading & writing	580–680
SAT math	600–678
ACT composite	25–29
Test policy	Considered but not required

Value index: 54 / 100 (how it’s computed)

Sources: College Scorecard · IPEDS College Navigator · Net price calculator
College Scorecard, most recent cohorts (data release 06/10/2026); IPEDS 2024-25 directory and institutional characteristics; fall 2023 enrollment.

Local Church

Archdiocese of New York

The Most Reverend Ronald A. Hicks, Archbishop of New York

Formal address: “Your Excellency”

Cathedral: St. Patrick's Cathedral

Source: archny.org, archny.org, verified Oct. 7, 2026.

Diocese determined from the county, using the diocese’s county list (Wikipedia). Confirm with the diocese.

About this school’s data

IPEDS unit ID 192703
Carnegie classification: Master's university (larger programs)
Accreditation: Middle States Commission on Higher Education (U.S. Department of Education DAPIP)
Religious affiliation (IPEDS): Roman Catholic
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Questions families ask

Is Manhattan University a Catholic college?: Yes. Manhattan University is a Catholic college in the Archdiocese of New York. Its sponsor is Brothers of the Christian Schools (De La Salle Christian Brothers).
What is Manhattan University’s Compass Score?: 74 out of 100 (grade B). It combines faith (75%) and academics (25%), each rated from official sources.
Where is Mass celebrated at Manhattan University?: Mass is listed at Chapel of the Holy Infancy, Memorial Hall (campus), Chapel of De La Salle and His Brothers, Squeri Hall (campus), St. John-Visitation Church, and 3021 Kingsbridge Avenue (parish). Days and times are on this page; please confirm with the parish or campus ministry before you go.

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