A grant of over $740K has been awarded to Adelphi University to create modern learning spaces for students in its new Manhattan Center.
New York City is experiencing a critical need for more nurses, educators, social workers, psychologists, tech professional and business leaders — and Adelphi is helping to answer the call. Its new Manhattan Center, at 529 Fifth Avenue in Midtown, set to open in 2026 with undergraduate and graduate programs geared to working NYC professionals.
Manhattan Center: Preparing Students for High-Growth Careers
A new $741,257 Higher Education Capital (HECap) Matching Grant from New York is a key part of that effort. The funding is dedicated to equipping the new Manhattan Center with state-of-the-art facilities, creating a modern learning environment that directly supports student success in high-growth careers. For example, a new simulation lab for our accelerated nursing program will help address the current shortage of nurses in New York City and the boroughs.
The HECap program is a competitive grant initiative that provides matching funds to private colleges and universities for capital projects aimed at modernizing and enhancing educational facilities, improving student experiences and stimulating economic growth. In this year’s round of funding, 35 institutions received a total of $21.5 million in grants.
Easy Commute to Midtown Manhattan
Adelphi’s 51,000-square-foot Manhattan Center location, comprising three floors of light-filled space in midtown Manhattan, is a few blocks away from New York Public Library and within walking distance of 10 subway and bus lines and two commuter railroad systems at Grand Central Station, as well as numerous dining and retail options, cultural activities, outdoor spaces and corporate offices.
“Adelphi University has served New Yorkers for more than 120 years, and it is now entering an era of unprecedented growth and expanded reach,” said New York State Sen. Liz Krueger. “These funds will enable Adelphi to greatly enhance the student experience, benefit the regional economy and prepare more students for careers that are vital to New York’s national and global competitiveness.”
Programs for NYC Career Success
Adelphi’s new Manhattan Center plans to offer highly ranked programs, including:
- Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (MS)
- Business Analytics (MS)
- Creative Writing (MFA)
- General Psychology—Human Resource Management Concentration (MS)
- Learning Sciences (PhD)
- Nursing (Accelerated Bachelor’s Degree)
- Social Work (MSW)
- STEAM Teaching and Learning—Math, Science, Computer Science (MA)
- Professional MBA (Hybrid MBA)
Additional programs that meet market demands will be added to the pipeline.
“I support Adelphi University’s HECap grant funding, as the use of these public funds will have an immediate and positive impact on the regional economy,” said New York State Assembly member Alex Bores.” It will enhance the student experience and enable the University to better prepare students for careers that are critical to New York’s national and global competitiveness.”
Learn more about the Adelphi University Manhattan Center.