Purpose-Centered college in NYC serving working professionals with accelerated degrees in business, human services, and public affairs.
MCNY offers associate, bachelor's, and master's degrees across three schools. The college follows founder Audrey Cohen's Purpose-Centered Education philosophy, where each term is organized around a unifying theme that drives coursework and requires students to complete a Constructive Action—a project combining classroom study with fieldwork that improves lives outside the classroom. Programs span human services, business administration, healthcare management, information technology, emergency management, and public affairs. The highest degrees offered are master's degrees.
Metropolitan College operates two urban campuses: the main Manhattan location at 60 West Street in the Financial District (110,000 sq ft across multiple floors) and a Bronx campus at 463 East 149th Street in Mott Haven (26,000 sq ft, capacity ~500 students). The college moved to these locations in 2016. Student services include a food pantry, counseling services, career development, mentoring programs, and support for veterans. The college serves working professionals and adult learners with flexible day, evening, weekend, and online class schedules.
MCNY welcomes undergraduate, graduate, transfer, international, and veteran students. The college is designed for working professionals and adult learners balancing family and career. Admissions pathways include regular decision and transfer admission. The college participates in the Welfare to Careers Project, a collaboration with Pace University and Medgar Evers College offering educational and career development support to underserved populations. Financial aid includes federal grants, loans, work-study, and scholarships.
MCNY emphasizes career preparation through its Office of Career & Professional Development, offering individualized counseling and job search assistance. The college has awarded degrees to over 12,000 alumni. Student support services include the Learning Enhancement Center, mentor programs, and accessibility services. The college is committed to social justice and preparing graduates to apply their education in service of a greater purpose.