Bridging the Gap: Adelphi University Announces $10,000 Scholarship for Graduate Degrees at New Manhattan Center
Garden City, NY (03/30/2026) — Breaking down financial barriers for tomorrow's leaders, Adelphi University has unveiled the $10,000 Manhattan Advantage Award-a significant tuition reduction designed to make the University's sought-after career-focused master's degrees more accessible at its new, state-of-the-art Manhattan Center at 529 Fifth Avenue.
The Manhattan Advantage Award provides financial support to students pursuing master's degrees in high-demand fields at the new center, which opens in Fall 2026 and offers flexible class schedules, hybrid options and personalized support. Adelphi alumni are eligible for an additional $5,000 off tuition each year through the Alumni Advantage Program, further reducing the cost of graduate education.
Tuition Award Details
Up to $10,000 total award applied toward tuition, distributed over the life of the graduate program
An extra $5,000 off tuition is available for Adelphi alumni (including Class of 2026 graduates), renewable each year. For example, for a two year program, you would receive $10,000 in savings.
To be eligible for the Manhattan Advantage Award, students must be admitted to a participating graduate program at the Manhattan Center, enrolled in a new or designated Manhattan-based program, and meet all admissions and enrollment requirements.
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.
Students interested in applying for Adelphi's Manhattan Advantage Award must submit an application by May 15, 2026, and deposit by July 15, 2026, for the Fall 2026 semester.
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 2026 Best National University, Best College for Veterans, and Top Performer in Social Mobility. In addition, Forbes has ranked Adelphi the top private university on Long Island for three past three years.
Adelphi serves more than 7,300 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 123,000 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 unveiled the $10,000 Manhattan Advantage Award, providing financial support to students pursuing master's degrees in high-demand fields at Adelphi's new Manhattan Center.