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Adelphi University Secures $741K State Grant for Manhattan Center

Garden City, NY (11/13/2025) — Adelphi University has been awarded a $741,257 Higher Education Capital (HECap) Matching Grant from New York State to furnish its new Manhattan Center at 529 Fifth Avenue, set to open in 2026. This funding will support the purchase of state-of-the-art furniture, fixtures and equipment to create a modern, engaging learning environment that supports the educational experience for students.

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.

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 subways 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 Senator Liz Kruger. "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."

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 Resources Management Concentration (MS)

Learning Sciences (PhD)

Nursing (Accelerated Bachelor's Degree)

Social Work (MSW)

STEAM Education - Math, Science, Computer Science (MA)

Professional MBA (Hybrid MBA)

Additional programs will be added to the pipeline that meet market demands.

"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 Assemblymember 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 Adelphi's Manhattan Center.

About Adelphi: A modern metropolitan university with a personalized approach to higher learning

Adelphi University, New York, is a highly awarded, nationally ranked, powerfully connected doctoral research university dedicated to transforming students' lives through small classes with world-class faculty, hands-on learning and innovative ways to support academic and career success. U.S. News & World Report named Adelphi a 2025 Best College, Best Value College, and Top Performer in Social Mobility. In addition, U.S. News & World Report, Forbes and the Wall Street Journal/ America's Top Colleges all ranked Adelphi the top private university on Long Island.

Adelphi serves more than 7,600 students at its beautiful main campus in Garden City, New York-just 23 miles from New York City's cultural and internship opportunities-and at dynamic learning hubs in Manhattan, the Hudson Valley and Suffolk County, as well as online.

More than 121,000 Adelphi graduates have gained the skills to thrive professionally as active, engaged citizens, making their mark on the University, their communities and the world.

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Adelphi University has been awarded a Higher Education Capital (HECap) Matching Grant from New York State to furnish its new Manhattan Center at 529 Fifth Avenue.

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