Coming to the heart of Manhattan, a modern and convenient learning space for career-focused undergraduate and graduate professional programs.
Discover in-demand programs and flexible class schedules in a modern new facility just steps away from everything New York City has to offer.
Adelphi University’s new Manhattan Center, located in the heart of midtown Manhattan at 529 Fifth Avenue, will offer degree programs and resources that are career-oriented, highly regarded and affordable. Adelphi welcomes students of all ages, from the United States and around the globe.
The center is scheduled to open in 2026. Until then, Adelphi’s New York City programs will be held at our Brooklyn Center, located at St. Francis College, 179 Livingston Street.
Advance Your Career With These Degree Programs*—Coming Soon to the Manhattan Center:
Summer 2026
- Nursing (Accelerated Bachelor’s Degree): Earn your nursing degree in just 15 months.
- STEAM Education (MA)—Math, Science, Computer Science: Combine STEM and the arts to advance your teaching career.
Fall 2026
- Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (MS): Develop critical skills to build the technology prevalent in almost every industry.
- Business Analytics (MS): Launch a lucrative career focused on big data.
- Fine Arts in Creative Writing (MFA): Prepare for the life of a working writer with this low-residency program.
- General Psychology—Human Resource Management Concentration (MS): Become a leader in human resource management.
- 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 more.
- Professional MBA: Learn the skills you need to excel in the new global economy.
- Social Work (MSW): Launch a rewarding career in human services.
*Pending approval from New York State Department of Education and the Middle States Commission on Higher Education
Highlights of Our New Manhattan Center
- Smart classrooms, clinical supervision space and lab rooms (including STEAM, nursing, health sciences and anatomy simulation labs)
- Library, computer lab, private study spaces and a student lounge
- Admissions, financial aid, registrar, advising and career services center
- Comfortable, light-filled open spaces on each floor for studying and relaxing
- Administrative and faculty offices, a lounge, and hoteling workstation spaces
- Student-centered resources, including gender-neutral restrooms, a lactation room and a prayer room
Frequently Asked Questions About Our Manhattan Center
The Manhattan Center will open for classes in the fall of 2026. Beginning in April 2026,it will be available for visits and tours.
Adelphi’s New York City programs are currently held at the Brooklyn Center, located at St. Francis College, 179 Livingston Street, and will move to the new midtown location when the building opens in the spring.
Starting with the Summer 2026 semester, the Manhattan Center will offer Accelerated Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing, Master’s Degree in Social Work, and STEAM Teaching and Learning degrees in Math, Science and Computer Science. In the Fall of 2026, the offerings will expand to include an MS in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, a Business Analytics master’s degree, an MFA in Creative Writing, an MA in General Psychology, a Professional Global Business Management MBA and a PhD in Learning Sciences.
Yes. The Manhattan Center is available for all students who have an Adelphi ID.
Yes. You will be able to reserve space for events starting in the fall semester of 2026.
Please contact Jennifer Lancaster, PhD, dean of the College of Professional and Continuing Studies and executive director of the Manhattan Center, at jlancaster@adelphi.edu.
Yes. The Manhattan Center will welcome Adelphi alumni with ID. Options for alumni use will be evaluated at a later date.
The Manhattan Center is designed primarily for graduate and select professional programs. Students taking classes at the Garden City campus will have professional and experiential learning opportunities at the Manhattan Center, a 30-minute train ride from campus. We like to call it GC squared: Garden City to Grand Central (Station).
Midtown Manhattan Location
Located at 529 Fifth Avenue, steps away from Grand Central Station, Bryant Park, Rockefeller Center and the Theater District, the center is the newest New York City location for your Adelphi education.
LocationsGraduate Programs
Adelphi offers exceptional graduate and professional programs across a wide range of fields. At the Manhattan facility, the focus is on career-building educational opportunities with a special focus on adult and professional education.
All Graduate ProgramsSupporting Success
With small classes, dedicated professors, and exceptional opportunities for research, internships and work experiences with nearby corporate partners, students of all ages benefit from Adelphi’s personalized approach and exceptional student success.
Academics at AdelphiBy the Numbers
Manhattan Center News
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What’s Ahead
Draft Plans
Work In Progress
Selfies in the City
What’s Ahead
Get an inside look at the 51,000 square feet of space planned for the second, third and fourth floors of 529 Fifth Avenue in New York City. 6 Photos-
Rendering of the exterior facade, showcasing the building’s modern design and prominent entrance in Midtown Manhattan.
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Architectural rendering of the indoor quad, offering a dynamic, open space for students to gather and connect between classes.
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An architectural rendering of the student lounge where students can unwind and collaborate in a modern, inviting setting.
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Architectural rendering of the lobby, designed to create a welcoming space for Adelphi students.
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Architectural rendering of the library, thoughtfully designed for accessibility, personalized assistance and quiet study spaces.
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Rendering of Adelphi University’s library, showcasing a contemporary design that blends collaborative spaces with areas for individual study.
Draft Plans
View the draft plans for Adelphi's 3 floors. 3 Photos-
Floor 2
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Floor 3
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Floor 4
Work In Progress
Take a look at the constuction progress at Adelphi's new Manhattan Center. 7 Photos-
The STEAM lab will feature a large glass viewing panel and a gallery space
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Library open space
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Faculty office spaces
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Administrative office spaces
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NYC views from every window
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The space reflects its NYC location.
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Chief Enrollment Officer Shawana Singletary and Vice Provost for Research and Libraries Andie Ward check out the progress of the glass-fronted private study rooms in the new library space.
Selfies in the City
Members of Adelphi at the new Manhattan Center location. 4 Photos-
Interim President Chris Storm
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Manhattan Center Executive Director Jennifer Lancaster
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Trustee Marc Strachan
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Interim Provost Susan Dinan