Manhattan College was founded in 1853 by the Brothers of the Christian Schools, a Catholic teaching order started by Saint John Baptist de La Salle. The Lasallian mission drives our focus on quality education for all and service to our neighbors in need. Our picturesque campus is located in The Bronx, a 35-minute subway ride from the heart of Manhattan.
As Manhattan College entered the 21st century, three new buildings were constructed on campus to meet the needs of the modern student body. O'Malley Library opened in 2002, Lee Hall (formerly known as East Hill) opened in 2008, and the Raymond W. Kelly Student Commons opened in 2014. A campus master plan that will modernize campus facilities and add new residential housing is currently underway.