Financial Assistance - Manhattan College Programs

Manhattan College Programs

Institutional Assistance: All forms of institutional assistance (such as scholarships, awards, grants, need grants, athletic awards) are awarded under the assumption of full-time enrollment and residency status requested at the time of the admissions application. A change in residency status may change the amount of institutional funds awarded. It is suggested that students review their intent to change residency status with Admissions (for first-time students) and Student Financial Services (continuing and all students) to discuss possible changes in their award letter.  Institutional awards and/or assistance of any type may be subject to reduction if the total of all institutional aid exceeds the total cost of tuition and fees charged to the student account.

Presidential Scholarships: Non-need based scholarships awarded to extraordinary applicants. Eligibility is based on exceptional SAT or ACT scores, secondary school grade point average, and rank in class. The amount of the Presidential Scholarship is determined at the time of admission and is offered for four years (eight semesters maximum) provided the student remains eligible. Overcredits, most study abroad courses, intersession and/or summer courses are not included in the scholarship. A Presidential Scholarship recipient is entitled to one, pre-approved leave of absence. Presidential Scholarships are awarded only for full time enrollment (12 or more credits).

Dean’s Award: Dean’s Awards are offered to academically gifted students who fall slightly below Presidential Scholarship requirements. Financial need is not a pre-requisite for eligibility. The amount of the Dean’s Award is determined at the time of admission and is offered for four years (eight semesters maximum). Overcredits, most study abroad courses, intersession and/or summer courses are not included in the scholarship. A Dean’s Award recipient is entitled to one, pre-approved leave of absence. Dean’s Awards are awarded only for full time enrollment (12 or more credits).

GPA Requirements for Dean’s Award and Presidential Scholarship

A student must maintain an overall GPA of 3.0 for renewal of their academic scholarship. If the GPA falls below a 3.0 then the renewal amount will be based upon the chart below.

GPA	Renew Amount
3.0	100%
2.9	“Probation”
2.8-2.899	80%
2.7-2.799	60%
2.6-2.699	40%
2.5-2.599	20%
Below 2.5	0%

The preceding chart is subject to change. If such a change occurs, it will be formally announced in advance.

Need Programs

Grants-in-Aid: Manhattan College awards grants-in-aid to accepted students who demonstrate financial need. As with all types of grant aid, these awards are renewed annually and adjusted in line with changes on the FAFSA. These awards are given for a maximum of four years (eight semesters). Grant recipients must maintain satisfactory academic progress. Full time enrollment is necessary to receive grant.

Campus Employment Program: Manhattan offers its own campus work program to students who need employment to meet college expenses. Work opportunities depend upon a student’s qualifications and experience and the hourly rate is based upon the type of work performed. Full-time students are permitted to work a maximum of fifteen hours a week while classes are in session and up to thirty-five hours a week during vacation periods and summer months. Students receiving full tuition and fees scholarships or grants from Manhattan College are ineligible during any time period when their benefits are in effect. Students must complete a financial aid form FAFSA each year to be eligible for Campus Employment. Students’ total aid including campus employment may not exceed the total cost of attendance.

Athletic Grants: Manhattan College has available a strictly- budgeted fund to offer grants-in-aid to students who, by the possession of certain athletic skills can add to the community spirit and morale of the campus. The College firmly states that recipients must come to Manhattan as students, with their first interest in studies. They must meet the same entrance requirements as other students and must maintain satisfactory academic progress. Manhattan adheres to and endorses the principles and policies of the Eastern College Athletic Conference and the National Collegiate Athletic Association.