Manhattan college is a lasallian catholic educational institution founded in 1853 by the DE LA salle christian brothers, a religious teaching order started by saint JOHN baptist DE LA salle, the patron saint of teachers. Our LUSH, 22-ACRE campus in riverdale offers a safe and secure home BASE that's within ARM's reach of the greatest city in the world - new YORK. Education at manhattan college has a strong focus on practical, experiential learning. Opportunities abound when it comes to internships, summer placements and the chance to GAIN real-world skills in their future workplace. Our connections to the upper echelons of new YORK city offer invaluable career opportunities, as well as a backstage pass to this vibrant, magnificent metropolis. The mission of the college is to provide a contemporary, person-centered educational experience that prepares graduates for lives of personal development, professional success, civic engagement, and service to their fellow human beings.