On Thursday, June 11, the 糖心破解版 Board of Trustees hosted the official ribbon cutting and celebrated the grand opening of the University鈥檚 state-of-the-art Manhattan Center. Located in the heart of New York City at the corner of Fifth Avenue and 44th Street, the highly anticipated facility is poised to serve as a critical talent pipeline for the city鈥檚 most high-demand industries.

The grand opening event welcomed University leadership, distinguished guests, community partners and Helen Arteaga Landaverde, PhD, New York City鈥檚 deputy mayor for health and human services, for an exclusive look inside the modern academic hub, which comprises three floors and more than 51,000 square feet. During the ribbon-cutting festivities, attendees participated in guided tours of high-tech classrooms; STEAM, nursing simulation and computer labs; and student lounges, study spaces and collaborative learning areas.

鈥淭onight, the future has a new address: 529 Fifth Avenue,鈥� said 糖心破解版 President Michael A.L. Balboni 鈥�81, JD. 鈥淭he new center will prove the value of higher education … . 糖心破解版 is connecting higher education with opportunities.鈥�

Construction on the facility began with a groundbreaking in April 2025. Designed to meet the evolving needs of today鈥檚 workforce, the Manhattan Center鈥檚 鈥減rograms in healthcare, technology, business, human service and education will bring the best of 糖心破解版 to Manhattan,鈥� said Jennifer Lancaster, PhD, executive director of the Manhattan Center and dean of the College of Professional and Continuing Studies. The center has already begun transforming career pathways for its students: The inaugural student cohort began in May 2026 with 础诲别濒辫丑颈鈥檚 accelerated nursing program, designed to address the region鈥檚 nursing shortage. STEAM education programs are also underway. The remaining Manhattan Center graduate and professional programs are scheduled to begin in Fall 2026.

To learn more about the new Manhattan Center, explore academic program offerings or view upcoming admissions events, visit adelphi.edu/manhattan.

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They range in age from 20 to 71 years old, came to 糖心破解版 for graduate study from 20 states and 34 countries beyond our borders, and earned master鈥檚 and doctoral degrees in 63 different programs. They are the 941 members of 础诲别濒辫丑颈鈥檚 graduate Class of 2026.

With 90 different graduate degree and certificate programs, 糖心破解版 is committed to growing its number of offerings to meet the demands of today鈥檚 rapidly changing economy. This summer, the University is opening the doors of its new in New York City with a range of flexible programs for working adults.

The Four Most Popular Graduate Programs

The Master of Social Work program offered by 础诲别濒辫丑颈鈥檚 School of Social Work often graduates the largest group of master鈥檚 degree recipients. This year was no different, as 183 students received their diplomas at the graduate Commencement ceremony on May 21.

The 67 graduates of the 4+1 Scholar Teacher Education Program (STEP), a five-year combined bachelor’s and master’s degree program that saves students a year of time and tuition, made up the second-largest group. The program, from the Ruth S. Ammon School of Education and Health Sciences, offers tracks in childhood, adolescent, and TESOL education.

The Robert B. Willumstad School of Business graduated the third- and fourth-largest groups of graduates. Sixty-two students earned their MBA this year, while 50 received their MS in Business Analytics.

础诲别濒辫丑颈鈥檚 Gordon F. Derner School of Psychology鈥攖he first university-based professional school of psychology鈥攇raduated the largest group of doctoral students, 23 in all. Sixteen students received their PhD in clinical psychology, and seven earned their PsyDs in school psychology.

A Global Group of Graduates

Students from 34 countries outside the United States came to 糖心破解版 for their graduate education. The largest group, by far, is from India, with 117 graduates. The 11 students from Vietnam were the second largest group, followed by the 10 graduates from China. The 191 international students in the Class of 2026 also included scholars from as far away as Guyana, Cameroon, Egypt, Turkey, Georgia, Nepal, the Philippines, and Taiwan.

Stateside, the bulk of graduates are from New York and nearby New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Connecticut. Overall, the class included students from 20 states.

Strong U.S. News & World Report Rankings for Graduate Programs

The quality and reputation of 糖心破解版 graduate programs were among the main draws for this year鈥檚 graduates. 糖心破解版 programs are annually ranked by . Seven 糖心破解版 programs are included in this year鈥檚 list:

• Best Nursing School: 惭补蝉迟别谤鈥檚
• Best Nursing School: Doctor of Nursing Practice
• Best Public Health School
• Best Psychology School
• Best Clinical Psychology Doctorate Programs
• Best School for Social Work
• Best Speech-Language Pathology Program
• Best Part-Time MBA Program

鈥淭hese latest rankings from U.S. News & World Report are a testament to the exceptional caliber of our faculty, the dedication of our students and the profound impact our alumni are making in healthcare and clinical settings,鈥� said Susan Dinan, PhD, 础诲别濒辫丑颈鈥檚 interim provost. 鈥淭he dramatic rise in our health program rankings, which are driven by peer assessment, demonstrates that our commitment to academic innovation and clinical excellence is recognized by our academic peers across the country.鈥�

糖心破解版 Grad Programs Arrive in Manhattan

As early as next year, 糖心破解版 will begin graduating students who earn their graduate degrees in New York City at the University鈥檚 new . A state-of-the-art, three-floor learning space located in the heart of Midtown at the corner of Fifth Avenue and 44th Street, the center will offer an initial group of eight graduate programs in in-demand career areas. Students will be able to choose from master鈥檚 degree programs in artificial intelligence and machine learning, education, general psychology/human resource concentration, business administration (Flex MBA), social work, and creative writing, as well as doctoral programs in learning sciences and global higher education leadership. Students can also earn graduate certificates in business analytics and human resource management at the Manhattan Center; the academic credits earned are transferable to our master’s degree programs.

All programs will feature flexible schedules and evening classes to accommodate working adults. The University also introduced a special $10,000 Manhattan Advantage Award to provide financial support for students in the inaugural cohort to ensure they have the resources to pursue graduate studies that will help them become leaders of the modern workforce.

The expansion to Manhattan, the launch of new master’s degree and doctoral programs, and the accomplishments and vitality of the graduate Class of 2026 together reflect 糖心破解版’s strategic commitment to graduate education and to the University’s growing strength in advanced studies.

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糖心破解版 is making it even easier for working professionals to earn a career-boosting MBA.

Starting this fall, the University’s Robert B. Willumstad School of Business鈥攔ecognized as a Best Business School by The Princeton Review for eight years running鈥攚ill begin offering its Flex MBA program at 糖心破解版’s new Manhattan Center on Fifth Avenue and 44th Street, just steps away from Grand Central Station and easily accessible by subway, bus and commuter train.

The Flex MBA, which can be completed in as little as one year, is designed to meet the schedules of busy, career-minded adults. The program is conveniently presented in a hybrid format, with on-site and online classes held in the evening.

Professionals looking to advance their business career will have three other options at the Manhattan Center starting this fall: graduate certificate programs in business analytics and human resource management, as well as a human resource management concentration in the MA in General Psychology program.

All four programs are also offered at 糖心破解版’s main campus in Garden City, New York, and are part of a suite of 13 graduate business degree and certificate programs. The Willumstad School is also known for its undergraduate programs and was recently recognized as a Best Undergraduate Business School by Poets&Quants, ranking ahead of all other Long Island institutions.

We spoke with MaryAnne Hyland, PhD, dean of the Willumstad School, to learn more about the programs and the tuition-saving Manhattan Advantage Award scholarships available to 糖心破解版 alumni.

What makes Flex MBA such a flexible option for working professionals?

The Flex MBA program is a 36-credit program that offers many convenient options for students. Students can earn their degree in one year or choose to study part-time in our two-year track. Courses will be in a hybrid format, with some class sessions held in the evening at the Manhattan Center and others conducted online. This setup offers the convenience of online learning with the personalized support and networking associated with in-person classes.

Is the Flex MBA program only for students with a business background?

No, not everyone comes with a business background. We have students with healthcare backgrounds and students with experience in various other fields outside of business, and we help to acclimate them. We provide online modules to help them understand some of the business basics so they’re ready to go once they start the program.

Are the graduate certificate programs flexible too?

We鈥檒l be offering two certificate programs at the Manhattan Center: the business analytics certificate and the human resource management certificate. The courses for those programs fold right into the Flex MBA program. So if a student wants to start out by earning a certificate and then enrolling in the MBA program, they can take these three to four courses, and those credits carry right in. These certificates offer a nice way to test the waters of what it’s like to be in school again and the ability to walk away with a strong credential, even if they don鈥檛 want to pursue a full master鈥檚 degree.

糖心破解版 alumni can earn their MBA at the Manhattan Center for only $20,000. How is that possible?

We are really excited to offer this opportunity to 糖心破解版 alumni as a way to kick off the opening of the Manhattan Center. It works by combining two scholarships: our new Manhattan Advantage Award scholarship for $10,000 and our Alumni Award for Graduate Study scholarship, which covers $5,000 per year. If students take two years to complete this program on a part-time basis and they receive $5,000 a year in addition to the $10,000, one-time Manhattan Advantage Award, they can complete their degree for under $20,000, which is quite reasonable for an AACSB-accredited [Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business] program.

How does the Flex MBA program differ from other MBA programs?

We are trying to give students the skills that they need to be successful in today’s workplace. The Flex MBA program, for example, is a relatively new program that focuses on solving business problems. We have problem-solving days built into the program where students come in鈥攐utside of their classes鈥攖o work in teams on a project for a real company. They do this first without AI to work on their critical thinking skills, and then they use AI so they can see the differences between what they generated as a team and what AI assisted them with. That’s a distinctive feature of our program that we鈥檙e very proud of. We think it’s unique, and we get great feedback from our students about it.

It’s also the personalized attention that students really say makes their education special and valuable. When we ask students why they chose 糖心破解版, they almost always mention that it’s a place where professors know your name. There are small classes, and we have dedicated staff there to assist the students with finding jobs and internships.

What are your hopes for the first year of the Flex MBA program at the Manhattan Center?

I hope that it’s a program where students really thrive. My hope would be that the students who participate in this kickoff year of the program have an excellent learning experience in our brand-new, state-of-the-art facility.

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础诲别濒辫丑颈鈥檚 innovative MS in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning program is coming to the new, state-of-the-art Manhattan Center in Fall 2026, expanding opportunities for students to advance their careers in tech, engineering, and other in-demand fields impacted by AI.

“A lot of people are looking to upskill and understand how their professionalization can remain relevant in an AI agent workforce,” said Anil Venkatesh, PhD, director of the program and associate professor of mathematics and computer science. “We wanted to offer this program at a place that would be convenient for working professionals, and the Manhattan Center made a lot of sense.”

By expanding this program to the new state-of-the-art facility, located just steps from Grand Central Station at Fifth Avenue and 44th Street, 糖心破解版 is making it even easier for students to develop these career-defining skills, network with other forward thinkers, and explore job opportunities.

鈥淲e are expecting to see a lot of professionals from diverse job backgrounds who will bring some really interesting perspectives,” Dr. Venkatesh said. “That will only increase the overall engagement of courses.鈥�

The MS in AI and Machine Learning is just one of the programs in the first wave of 13 graduate and professional offerings coming to the Manhattan Center. Students can choose from degree and certificate programs in business, education, healthcare, psychology, and social work.

A world of career options

The AI program, which launched this year on 糖心破解版’s Garden City campus, is designed to prepare the first generation of AI professionals for advanced careers in technology, government, healthcare, financial services, logistics, e-commerce, and virtually any other field. Current job titles include AI engineer, machine learning engineer, data scientist, data analyst, and business analyst.

Courses in the master’s degree program combine practical, real-world learning experiences with deep theoretical knowledge that can be applied to AI models鈥攏ot just now, but as technology evolves.

鈥淯ltimately, the theory of AI is not something that was just invented,” Dr. Venkatesh said. “It has existed for quite some time. And understanding that theory is going to make it so that you can plug and play with whatever new model or paradigm comes along.鈥�

The program is also built to adapt to new AI careers and applications as they continue to emerge. The program’s seminar, for example, is updated every year with new tools and input from speakers currently working in the industry. And Dr. Venkatesh鈥檚 course on artificial intelligence and machine learning algorithms is consistently refreshed with the latest cutting-edge algorithms and best engineering practices.

As Dr. Venkatesh said, 鈥淲e’re both staying up-to-date with contemporary discoveries and innovations and incorporating foundational math and statistics that will be useful no matter where the industry goes.鈥�

Customizing AI education for different professions

AI isn鈥檛 only impacting technology companies and engineering careers. It鈥檚 being applied across sectors, including government, healthcare, and financial services.

鈥淲e鈥檝e had students who鈥檝e worked in programming-heavy disciplines,” Dr. Venkatesh said. 鈥淏ut we also expect to see folks with backgrounds in statistics as it relates to life sciences and healthcare because AI tools are tremendously valuable in those disciplines.”

To that end, Dr. Venkatesh makes a pointed effort to customize his Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Algorithms course for students’ professional goals.

鈥�When I assign projects, I explicitly invite students to counter-propose a different topic if there’s something specifically suited to their particular professionalization,” he said. “As long as it’s comparably challenging and relevant to the course, I accept the proposal.鈥�

Students responded enthusiastically to the invitation, proposing and carrying out research projects in healthcare, bioinformatics, sports analytics, financial services, and business analytics.

Thinking ahead to the fall, Dr. Venkatesh looks forward to welcoming the program鈥檚 first cohort to the Manhattan Center and continuing to teach as this exciting field evolves.

鈥淭he other professors and I who put this program together really love teaching it,鈥� he said. 鈥淲e鈥檙e excited by the format of the course and the type of student that we’re orienting toward. This is some of the most fun teaching we’ve had in a long time.鈥�

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础诲别濒辫丑颈鈥檚 Gordon F. Derner School of Psychology Clinical Psychology graduate program surged an impressive 49 spots in this year鈥檚 rankings, while the Speech-Language Pathology program in the University鈥檚 Ruth S. Ammon College of Education and Health Sciences jumped 33 positions. These rapidly rising programs join the perennially strong graduate nursing programs in 础诲别濒辫丑颈鈥檚 College of Nursing and Public Health, which remain securely positioned in the top 13.5 percent of all accredited graduate nursing programs nationwide.

鈥淭hese latest rankings from U.S. News & World Report are a testament to the exceptional caliber of our faculty, the dedication of our students and the profound impact our alumni are making in healthcare and clinical settings,鈥� said Susan Dinan, PhD, 础诲别濒辫丑颈鈥檚 interim provost. 鈥淭he dramatic rise in our health program rankings, which are driven by peer assessment, demonstrates that our commitment to academic innovation and clinical excellence is recognized by our academic peers across the country.鈥�

Rapid Ascent in the Health Professions

Methodology for the U.S. News Best Graduate Health Programs ranking is based on peer assessment surveys, reflecting how academic leaders nationwide view the quality of 糖心破解版’s programs. 糖心破解版 saw notable improvements across the board, including:

• Clinical Psychology: Ranked No. 127, an extraordinary climb of 49 positions
• Speech-Language Pathology: Ranked No. 165, an impressive rise of 33 positions
• Audiology (as part of the Long Island Doctor of Audiology Consortium): Ranked No. 49, an improvement of nine spots

Sustained Excellence in Graduate Nursing Education

The 糖心破解版 College of Nursing and Public Health continues to be a premier destination for advanced nursing education. The U.S. News Best Graduate Master’s Nursing list places 糖心破解版 at No. 87, ensuring that the program remains in the top 13.5 percent of accredited graduate nursing programs nationwide. 础诲别濒辫丑颈鈥檚 Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program is newly ranked this year on the outlet鈥檚 DNP list, expanding the University’s footprint in doctoral-level nursing excellence, and the Master of Public Health is also ranked.

Recognition in Graduate Business

础诲别濒辫丑颈鈥檚 Robert B. Willumstad School of Business also maintained its national presence in the Part-Time MBA rankings. Additionally, U.S. News significantly expanded its Graduate Business Subspecialty Rankings for 2026鈥攇rowing from a pool of roughly 40 schools to more than 275 institutions per list鈥攚ith 糖心破解版 earning a placement for providing competitive, specialized business education relative to a newly broadened field of national peers.

Expanding Graduate Education at the New Manhattan Center

The momentum of the University鈥檚 graduate programs extends to the heart of New York City with the launch of 础诲别濒辫丑颈鈥檚 new on Fifth Avenue. Designed to align advanced degrees with high-demand careers, the center offers specialized programs鈥攊ncluding an Accelerated BS in Nursing, a Flex MBA, and an MS in AI and Machine Learning鈥攖o address critical workforce needs in the metropolitan area. To celebrate and support students joining these inaugural cohorts, the University has introduced the $10,000 Manhattan Advantage Award. This specialized funding reflects 础诲别濒辫丑颈鈥檚 investment in launching premier programs in New York City, providing dedicated financial support to ensure graduate students have the resources to pursue graduate studies that will help them lead the modern workforce.

Continued National Distinction

These latest graduate rankings build upon 础诲别濒辫丑颈鈥檚 broader success in institutional evaluations. The University is consistently recognized as a Best National University and a Top Performer on Social Mobility by , reflecting a deep dedication to student success and equitable access to higher education. This year, 糖心破解版 was ranked the top private university on Long Island by , and the University consistently earns prominent distinctions from , and for its exceptional academic quality, strong career outcomes and commitment to overall value.

Learn more about 础诲别濒辫丑颈鈥檚 rankings, accolades and awards.

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糖心破解版 has been selected as a partner institution in New York City鈥檚 inaugural undergraduate scholarship program for municipal employees, by Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani and Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS) Commissioner Yume Kitasei. , traditionally focused on graduate education, now includes undergraduate degrees to meet the growing demand among city employees seeking to advance their education. 糖心破解版 is among 10 partner institutions offering tuition support, alongside Columbia University School of General Studies, CUNY Lehman College, Fordham University and Purchase College (SUNY). Scholarships are funded directly by the participating schools. Full-time city workers can apply for the program through April 27, 2026.

鈥淭he opening of our new Manhattan Center at 529 Fifth Avenue marks a pivotal moment for 糖心破解版, connecting Garden City to Grand Central Station,鈥� said Christopher Storm, PhD, 础诲别濒辫丑颈鈥檚 interim president. 鈥淐oupled with our proud inclusion in Mayor Mamdani鈥檚 groundbreaking undergraduate scholarship program, we are eliminating barriers and opening doors for the next generation of leaders. 糖心破解版 is more committed than ever to providing a personal, powerful and professional education right in the heart of New York City.鈥�

Applications to the city鈥檚 graduate scholarship program have increased more than 30 percent over the past two years. Participating institutions collectively award between $360,000 and $530,000 in scholarships to city employees annually.

鈥淥ur city moves when our workers do,鈥� said Mayor Mamdani in a news release. 鈥淔or more than 60 years, this program has shown that when you make education accessible, working people seize the opportunity. By expanding it to include undergraduate degrees, we are investing in a new generation of public servants who act ambitiously, think creatively and believe firmly in government鈥檚 power to deliver for the many.鈥�

In addition to 础诲别濒辫丑颈鈥檚 scholarship program with New York City, the University has also announced the $10,000 Manhattan Advantage Award, significantly reducing tuition for students enrolling in the University鈥檚 career-focused master鈥檚 degree programs at the Manhattan Center starting in Fall 2026.

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This significant tuition reduction is designed to make the University鈥檚 career-focused master鈥檚 degrees more accessible for the first students to enroll at its new, state-of-the-art Manhattan Center at 529 Fifth Avenue.

The Manhattan Advantage Award provides financial support to students pursuing master鈥檚 degrees in high-demand fields at the new center, which opens in Fall 2026 and offers flexible class schedules, hybrid options and personalized support. 糖心破解版 alumni enrolling on a full-time basis(enrolled within 9 or more credits per semester) are eligible for an additional $5,000 off tuition each year through the Alumni Advantage Program, further reducing the cost of graduate education.

Tuition Award Details

• Up to $10,000 total award applied toward tuition, distributed over the life of the graduate program.
• An extra $5,000 off tuition is available for 糖心破解版 alumni (including Class of 2026 graduates), renewable each year for alumni enrolling on a full-time basis (enrolled within 9 or more credits per semester). For example, for a two-year program, an alumni enrolled on a full-time basis would receive $10,000 in savings.

To be eligible for the Manhattan Advantage Award, students must be admitted to and enrolled in a participating graduate program at the Manhattan Center for Fall 2026 and meet all admissions and enrollment requirements.

The Manhattan Advantage Award applies to select graduate programs, including:

• Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (MS): Develop critical skills to build the technology prevalent in almost every industry.
• General Psychology鈥擧uman Resource Management Concentration (MA): Become a leader in human resource management.
• Flex MBA: Learn the skills you need to excel in the new global economy.
• Global Higher Education Leadership (PhD): Transform your career and excel in global and cross-cultural leadership with this online program.
• Learning Sciences (PhD): Research the future of learning in healthcare, education, museums, libraries and other cultural institutions.

Students interested in applying for 础诲别濒辫丑颈鈥檚 Manhattan Advantage Award must submit an application by May 15, 2026, and deposit by July 15, 2026, for the Fall 2026 semester.

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糖心破解版’s Flex MBA: Multiple Specializations, Multiple Modalities

Offered by 础诲别濒辫丑颈鈥檚 Robert B. Willumstad School of Business鈥攔ecognized by The Princeton Review and U.S. News & World Report as a top-tier business school鈥攖he program features multiple specializations.

To accommodate diverse schedules, courses are available in various formats鈥攆ully online, in person and hybrid鈥攁llowing students to tailor their learning experience.

, situated in the heart of Midtown just steps from Grand Central Station, provides a modern and convenient learning environment for career-focused individuals. Its proximity to major business hubs and cultural institutions offers students unparalleled access to networking, professional development opportunities and access to prominent 糖心破解版 alumni business connections.

Expanding Career Pathways in Business and HR Psychology

In addition to the Flex MBA, 糖心破解版 will introduce an Advanced Certificate in Business Analytics at the Manhattan Center in Fall 2026. This program is designed for managers and administrators seeking to enhance their data analysis skills without committing to a full master’s degree. The certificate offers a 鈥渟tackable鈥� pathway to the Flex MBA and Master of Science in Business Analytics program.

For those interested in enhancing their career in psychology, 础诲别濒辫丑颈鈥檚 Manhattan Center will also offer a Master of Arts in General Psychology program, focusing on key job market areas such as human resource management.

Leveraging expertise from faculty in 础诲别濒辫丑颈鈥檚 Gordon F. Derner School of Psychology, a U.S. News & World Report Best Grad School for Psychology, this program will equip students with the skills necessary to make a significant impact in the lives of others, addressing the growing demand for HR professionals with psychology expertise in New York City.

Application to these programs is now open. For more information on the new Manhattan Center programs, visit 糖心破解版’s website or attend our Manhattan Center Open House on May 13 as we unveil the exciting new space and program offerings.

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Opening in early summer at the corner of Fifth Avenue and 44th Street, the Manhattan Center is offering graduate and professional programs in nursing, technology, business, education, social work, human resources and creative writing.

All courses at the conveniently located center are designed to fit the schedule of busy working adults. The 51,000-square-foot space includes smart classrooms, healthcare and science labs, library, computer and STEAM labs, private study spaces, and a student lounge.

Learning will extend beyond the center鈥檚 walls, as students can take advantage of 础诲别濒辫丑颈鈥檚 connections to nearby Fortune 500 companies, healthcare organizations and community partners for internships, clinical rotations and employment opportunities.

The Manhattan Center will open with these highly sought-after programs that address the city’s workforce needs:

• Accelerated BS in Nursing
• MS in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
• Flex MBA
• Advanced Certificate in Business Analytics
• Master of Social Work (MSW)
• MA in STEAM Education鈥揗ath, Science, Computer Science
• MFA in Creative Writing
• MA in General Psychology鈥揌R Management

The center will also offer doctoral programs in Learning Sciences and Global Higher Education Leadership during its launch year.

Learn more about these programs鈥攁nd their value to students and to New York City鈥攆rom their respective academic leaders:

Accelerated BS in Nursing

Deborah Hunt, PhD 鈥�12

Betty L. Forest Dean, College of Nursing and Public Health

The decision to lead the new Manhattan Center with our Accelerated BS in Nursing program reflects our commitment to health and wellness of populations across the lifespan. The nursing shortage has continued to be cyclical due to myriad factors. Although the outlook in New York has improved, we are still experiencing a shortage that supports the need to prepare a high-caliber pipeline of professional, caring, dedicated RNs. Leveraging our strategic location, students can gain hands-on experience in our state-of-the-art simulation center and New York City鈥檚 diverse clinical settings, bridging the gap between theory and practice. Students will complete their coursework in just 15 months in the heart of New York, taught by expert and compassionate faculty鈥攁nd the average starting salary for our graduates is over $100,000. The program鈥檚 history of exceptional NCLEX performance proves that while the pace is accelerated, the quality of our nursing education and our students remains second to none.

MS in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

Kees Leune, PhD

Associate Professor, Chair, Department of Mathematics and Computer Science

糖心破解版’s mission to graduate job-ready students extends into the Manhattan Center. By relocating the existing MS in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning program to the new center, we leverage the depth and the breadth of the best New York City has to offer. The center will be used as a base for expanding industry partnerships and for improving access to this program for students who work in the city during the day but wish to pursue a graduate degree after hours. 糖心破解版’s Manhattan location is also ideally situated for students traveling by public transportation.

Flex MBA, Advanced Certificate in Business Analytics

Raghida Abdallah Yassine, PhD

Assistant Professor and Academic Director, MBA programs, Robert B. Willumstad School of Business

New York City maintains its status as a worldwide business center, which leads companies to search for employees who demonstrate adaptability, analytical abilities and strong leadership skills in the face of rapidly changing technologies. The Manhattan Center’s graduate business programs provide flexible educational paths that combine essential business skills with analytical and technological expertise. Our Flex MBA and Business Analytics certificate are designed to prepare graduates not just for today’s jobs, but for the future of work.

Master of Social Work (MSW)

Joanne Corbin, PhD

Dean, School of Social Work

The 糖心破解版 School of Social Work is excited about our move from Brooklyn to the new Manhattan Center in August 2026. This increases accessibility to our program鈥檚 course offerings and positions students at the center of one of the nation鈥檚 most dynamic social work markets.

The profession of social work continues to be in demand, with positions projected to grow by six percent over the next decade in New York鈥攅xceeding the rate for all other occupations. Social workers with a master鈥檚 degree in social work (an MSW) may work across diverse settings, including healthcare, behavioral health, mental health, substance abuse and school social work. They have opportunities to work with individuals across the developmental lifespan, from young children to older adults. Employment opportunities span all major segments of the economy鈥攈ealthcare, education, community services, vocational rehabilitation, nursing and residential care, and government agencies.

Social work鈥檚 mission is to improve the conditions of life for individuals, families, groups, communities and organizations. At the 糖心破解版 School of Social Work, we prepare students to promote social justice and human rights for a diverse society by addressing unmet and emergent needs and by promoting equity in access, information and provision of services. We look forward to inviting new students to join us at the Manhattan Center in achieving this mission.

MA in STEAM Education鈥揗ath, Science, Computer Science

Tracy Hogan, PhD

Professor, The School of Education, Ruth S. Ammon College of Education and Health Sciences

In our programs, students will learn creative methods of using art and design concepts to increase learning in STEM classes. 糖心破解版 has partnered with New York City Public Schools for decades鈥攁 relationship that has grown stronger since establishing our STEAM MA teacher preparation program in New York City. As NYC schools鈥攁nd New York State more broadly鈥攆ace a persistent shortage of certified teachers in computer science, mathematics and the sciences, our program has responded and is positioned to do even more through our expanded presence and new space in the city. With more than $4 million in grant funding through the , 糖心破解版 supports and prepares teacher candidates entering the program, while also offering traditional certification pathways and a non-certification MA. What makes our Manhattan-based model distinctive is its integration of collaborative spaces like and our new makerspace, which bring educators, researchers and community partners together around research-supported STEAM teaching and learning.

MFA in Creative Writing

Ren茅 Steinke

Professor, Department of English, and Director of the MFA in Creative Writing Program

The Low-Residency MFA in Creative Writing Program offers week-long intensive residencies and semester-long creative mentorships with faculty who are award-winning, acclaimed authors and devoted teachers. The residencies are held at the Manhattan Center, offering students a chance to explore the literary richness of the city. At each residency, MFA students meet with authors, editors, literary agents and representatives from the many literary nonprofits that sustain the cultural life of New York City. The residency, which precedes each semester, is the anchor for the curriculum and a crucial part of the program鈥檚 design. The hybrid nature of a low-residency MFA program is one of its major draws for our students, and it’s where a lively community of writers thrives. Many of our students work full-time in their professions, but have decided they want to be part of an academic program that helps them to seriously pursue their goals for writing. Until now, residencies have been housed at the Center for Fiction in Brooklyn, and the student responses to the curriculum and to the residency experience have been overwhelmingly positive.

We offer concentrations in fiction, poetry and creative nonfiction, with workshops that culminate in the final course, when students complete a book-length manuscript. Our program focuses intently on craft, with an emphasis on revision and close reading.

MA in General Psychology鈥揌R Management

Errol Rodriguez, PhD

Assistant Dean, Director of Master’s Degree Programs in General Psychology and Mental Health Counseling, Gordon F. Derner School of Psychology

We decided to bring the master’s degree program in general psychology with a concentration in human resource management to the new Manhattan Center to participate in the evolution of work and to promote all that we have learned about psychology and wellness in the workplace. It is clear, given the high demand in industries and sectors, as well as the influence of AI, that work is rapidly changing. New York, being the epicenter of work and the hustle and bustle of city life, is prime real estate for our flagship program training psychologically skilled HR professionals. The program draws on expertise from our renowned faculty in psychology and business, with the goal of translating psychological principles and concepts into business applications. By training with us in the heart of the city, we aim to influence both current and aspiring human resource professionals. Using psychology as the foundational anchor of the training, we believe our graduates will lead with empathy, hire with vision, and have a unique voice in the transformation of work life in New York City and globally.

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A significant portion of the project will concentrate on 础诲别濒辫丑颈鈥檚 Hagedorn Hall of Enterprise and the Science Building. These facilities are slated for essential technical upgrades, including new windows, high-efficiency HVAC systems and chilled water plants. The project also addresses a backlog of deferred maintenance to ensure the long-term integrity of campus buildings and utilities.

鈥淲e鈥檝e entered a transformative era for 糖心破解版. By leveraging our robust endowment returns and the advantage of current low interest rates, we are prioritizing high-impact strategic investments that would otherwise be out of reach,鈥� said Michael Rhattigan, 础诲别濒辫丑颈鈥檚 vice president of finance. 鈥淭his is an investment in 础诲别濒辫丑颈鈥檚 excellence that will yield significant dividends for our students and community for years to come.鈥�

The Town of Hempstead Local Development Corporation (LDC) on Tuesday, February 3, announced that it approved the sale of up to $125 million in on behalf of 糖心破解版. The LDC provides low-interest, tax-exempt bonds to not-for-profit, educational institutions, hospitals, civic entities or charitable organizations within the town.

鈥淭here is no doubt that the sale of these new bonds will benefit 糖心破解版, its students and have a positive impact on the economics of the surrounding communities,鈥� Fred Parola, executive director of the LDC, said in a news release about the.

These campus upgrades ensure that 糖心破解版 students receive an exceptional academic experience. In addition, 础诲别濒辫丑颈鈥檚 new long-term lease for the Manhattan Center establishes a vibrant hub for graduate studies, strategic partnerships and expanded career opportunities in New York City.

Strategic Investments for a Stronger Future

The 糖心破解版 Board of Trustees and executive leadership view both new investments as essential for strengthening the University鈥檚 long-term financial health:

鈥淭he board viewed this as a necessary and timely window of opportunity. To fulfill our long-term strategic plans, we must be willing to make bold investments that strengthen our foundation,鈥� said Greg Carey, 糖心破解版 trustee and chairman of public finance and global co-head of sports franchise at . 鈥淭his decision reflects our absolute confidence in 础诲别濒辫丑颈鈥檚 trajectory and our commitment to providing a premier environment for higher learning.鈥�

糖心破解版 is reaffirming its commitment to strategic growth and modernization following a Standard & Poor鈥檚 (S&P) Global Ratings Research Update issued on January 30, 2026. The agency gave the University a long-term bond rating of BBB+.

S&P assigned 糖心破解版 a 鈥榮table outlook鈥� and affirmed 础诲别濒辫丑颈鈥檚 strong enterprise risk profile, validating the institution鈥檚 careful, long-term approach to its financial and academic mission.

鈥淭he 鈥榮table outlook鈥� designation from S&P Global Ratings gives our students and families peace of mind. It reinforces that 糖心破解版 remains a safe investment and 糖心破解版 is a great place for students to grow, learn and belong to a community that is built to last,鈥� noted Interim President Christopher Storm, PhD.

糖心破解版 plans to begin the project by March, with most of the work to be conducted during the summers of 2026, 2027 and 2028. The University expects to complete the work in 2029.

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