$10,000 Manhattan Advantage Award
New York City doesn't wait, and neither should you. Be part of the historic first class at our new Manhattan Center, and you'll receive $10,000 off tuition in selected degree programs.
Manhattan Advantage Award
Be first on Fifth! As one of the first students at our state-of-the-art Manhattan Center on Fifth Avenue in New York City, you’ll boost your career in the city’s most in-demand careers, while saving on tuition.
With the $10,000 Manhattan Advantage Award, you can earn your master’s degree in a career-focused graduate program, at a substantially reduced cost of tuition.
Adelphi alumni will receive an extra $5,000 off tuition each year of their program under the Alumni Advantage Program.
Tuition Award Details
- Up to $10,000 total award, distributed over the life of the graduate program
- An extra $5,000 off tuition for Adelphi alumni, renewable each year. This includes Class of 2026 graduates. For example, for a two year program, you would receive $10,000 in savings.
- Available to students admitted to select Manhattan Center graduate programs
- Applied toward tuition only
Who Is Eligible for this Award?
You may be eligible for the Manhattan Advantage Award if you:
- Are admitted to a participating graduate program at the Manhattan Center (see options below)
- Enroll in a new or designated Manhattan-based program
- Meet all admissions and enrollment requirements
Important Dates and Deadlines
- Priority application deadline: May 15
- Deposit deadline: July 15
- Program start: Fall 2026
How to Apply for the Manhattan Advantage Tuition Award
- Apply to a participating Manhattan Center graduate program.
- Submit your completed application by the priority deadline.
- Qualified students will be considered for the award as part of the admissions process.
Available Graduate Degree Programs
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—Human 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.
Program availability is subject to change.
Why Enroll at Adelphi in Manhattan?
Adelphi University’s Manhattan Center offers:
- Career-focused graduate programs conveniently located in NYC, at Fifth Avenue and 44th Street.
- Adelphi is a 2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Grad School for business, psychology and social work
- Access to industry networks and professional opportunities
- Small, personalized learning environments and the exceptional support Adelphi is known for
- A strong foundation for long-term career growth