Manhattan College in New York City has announced that it has changed its name to Manhattan University in order to put a greater focus on the wide range of programs it offers.
The university says in a news release that it offers more than 100 majors, minors, graduate programs, and advanced certificates and degrees.
The New York State Board of Regents approved the name change earlier this month.
Founded in 1853 in Manhattan as a Lasallian Catholic College, Manhattan College relocated to the Bronx in 1923.
University President Milo Riverso, says the name change "signifies our commitment to academic excellence and rigor, and showcases the myriad majors and minors that we offer our students in preparation for career-ready opportunities or further advanced academic study.”
In May 2022, the institution surveyed more than 3,000 students, faculty, staff, administrators, board members and alumni regarding a potential name change for the school. The vast majority of responders favored the transition to “university.”
