About Manhattan University

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Manhattan University is located in the Riverdale neighborhood of the Bronx in New York City. Our campus is easily accessible by subway, commuter rail, car, and nearby major highways.

Campus Address

4513 Manhattan College Parkway
Riverdale, NY 10471

Visitors should enter through the main campus gate on Manhattan College Parkway, where security staff will direct you to visitor parking.

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Driving to the Manhattan University Campus

Manhattan University is accessible from several major highways including I-87 (Major Deegan Expressway), I-95, the Henry Hudson Parkway, and the Saw Mill River Parkway.

All routes ultimately lead to Manhattan College Parkway, which provides direct access to the campus entrance.

From Manhattan

West Side Highway

  1. Take the West Side Highway north.
  2. Continue onto the Henry Hudson Parkway North.
  3. Exit at W. 239th Street.
  4. At the stop sign, proceed straight across the intersection (monument on the left).
  5. Pass the traffic light and bear right at the fork onto Manhattan College Parkway.
  6. Proceed downhill to the main gate on the left.

FDR Drive

  1. Take the FDR Drive north.
  2. Merge onto the Major Deegan Expressway (I-87 North).
  3. Take the Van Cortlandt Park South exit.
  4. Bear right onto Broadway.
  5. At the second traffic light, turn left and then left again onto Manhattan College Parkway.
  6. Continue uphill to the main gate on the right.

From Long Island

RFK Bridge (Triborough Bridge)

  1. Follow signs to Major Deegan Expressway (I-87 North).
  2. Exit at Van Cortlandt Park South.
  3. Bear right onto Broadway.
  4. At the second traffic light, turn left and then left again onto Manhattan College Parkway.
  5. Continue uphill to the main gate on the right.

Whitestone or Throgs Neck Bridge

  1. Take the Cross Bronx Expressway (I-95).
  2. Merge onto Major Deegan Expressway (I-87 North).
  3. Exit at Van Cortlandt Park South.
  4. Follow Broadway and turn onto Manhattan College Parkway.
  5. Proceed uphill to the main gate on the right.

From Upstate New York

Saw Mill River Parkway / Henry Hudson Parkway

  1. Exit at 246th Street.
  2. Turn left at the first traffic light.
  3. Turn right onto Fieldston Road at the circle.
  4. Turn left onto Manhattan College Parkway.
  5. Proceed downhill to the main gate on the left.

New York State Thruway (I-87)

  1. The Thruway becomes the Major Deegan Expressway (I-87).
  2. Exit at Van Cortlandt Park South.
  3. Turn right off the ramp onto Broadway.
  4. Turn left onto Manhattan College Parkway.
  5. Continue uphill to the main gate on the right.

From New Jersey

George Washington Bridge

  1. Cross the George Washington Bridge.
  2. Take the Henry Hudson Parkway North.
  3. Exit at 239th Street (no commercial vehicles).
  4. Proceed straight across the intersection.
  5. Bear right onto Manhattan College Parkway.
  6. Continue downhill to the main gate on the left.

From New England

I-95 (New England Thruway)

  1. Take I-95 West to the Cross Westchester Expressway.
  2. Merge onto the New York State Thruway South.
  3. Continue to the Major Deegan Expressway (I-87).
  4. Exit at Van Cortlandt Park South.
  5. Turn onto Manhattan College Parkway and proceed to the main gate.

Directions from New York City Airports

JFK Airport

Take the Van Wyck Expressway North to the Grand Central Parkway, then cross the RFK Bridge and follow the directions from Long Island.

LaGuardia Airport

Take the Grand Central Parkway to the RFK Bridge, then follow the directions from Long Island.

Newark Liberty International Airport

Take the New Jersey Turnpike North to the George Washington Bridge, then follow the directions from New Jersey.

Public Transportation to Manhattan University

Subway

The easiest way to reach campus by subway is the 1 train.

  1. Take the 1 train to Van Cortlandt Park – 242nd Street (last stop).
  2. Walk uphill on W. 242nd Street.
  3. The Manhattan University main gate will be on your right.

Subway schedules are available at mta.info.

Metro-North Railroad

  1. Take the Metro-North Hudson Line to Marble Hill Station.
  2. Exit the station and cross Broadway.
  3. Enter the 1 train subway station at 225th Street.
  4. Take the 1 train north to 242nd Street and follow the subway directions above.

MTA Bus

Nearby bus routes include:

  • Bx7
  • Bx10
  • Bx24

All stop near W. 239th Street and Riverdale Avenue, a short walk from campus.

Interactive Map

Use Google Maps for directions:
https://www.google.com/maps?q=4513+Manhattan+College+Parkway+Riverdale+NY 
Or enter “Manhattan University Riverdale NY” into your preferred map app.

Visitor Parking

Visitor parking is available on campus.

  1. Drive to the main entrance on Manhattan College Parkway.
  2. Stop at the security booth at the campus gate.
  3. Inform the security officer that you are visiting campus.
  4. The officer will direct you to the visitor parking lot.

Parking is typically available for admissions visits, campus events, and scheduled appointments.

 

See What It’s Like to Arrive on Campus

If you're visiting campus for the first time, this short video shows what you'll see as you approach Manhattan University's main entrance in Riverdale, New York City.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the address of Manhattan University?

Manhattan University is located at 4513 Manhattan College Parkway, Riverdale, NY 10471, in the Riverdale neighborhood of the Bronx in New York City.

What subway goes to Manhattan University?

The 1 train provides the most direct subway access to Manhattan University. Take the train to Van Cortlandt Park – 242nd Street, the final stop, and walk a short distance to the campus entrance on Manhattan College Parkway.

Is visitor parking available at Manhattan University?

Yes. Visitors should enter through the main campus gate on Manhattan College Parkway, where security staff will direct them to the visitor parking area.

What is the closest airport to Manhattan University?

The closest major airports are:

  • LaGuardia Airport (LGA) – about 25 minutes by car
  • John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) – about 45 minutes by car
  • Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) – about 40 minutes by car

Where is Manhattan University located in New York City?

Manhattan University is located in Riverdale in the Bronx, a residential neighborhood in New York City near Van Cortlandt Park and the Hudson River.

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