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Manhattan Christian College

#1547 in US ranking Manhattan, KS
Type:
Private not-for-profit
Programs:
4 years or more

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Cost

Cost / year
$41,190
Tuition & fees
$19,126
Avg. aid
$9,218
Receiving aid
94%

Admissions

Acceptance rate
100%
ACT range
18–24

Outcomes

Graduation rate
44%
Median salary
$33,024
1 yr after graduation

What does Manhattan Christian College offer in terms of athletics?

Manhattan Christian College offers intercollegiate athletics under the Thunder name. Reported sports include baseball, basketball, cross-country running, soccer, and volleyball; the teams available to a particular student depend on the current men's and women's rosters and competition schedule.

Prospective athletes should check the athletics department's current association, division, team offerings, and eligibility rules rather than assume MCC competes in the NCAA. Playing on a varsity team is also different from joining an informal game or recreational activity, and admission to the college does not guarantee a roster place or athletic aid.

What student groups and Associations are available at Manhattan Christian College?

Student involvement at Manhattan Christian College has included a Campus Planning Committee, Drama Club, and Nursing Home Ministry. These examples illustrate different ways students may participate in campus decisions, performance, and service.

Organizations can change with student interest and leadership, so applicants who want a particular group should confirm that it is active in the current term. MCC also reports choral groups and a drama or theater group. Participation requirements and audition opportunities, where applicable, should be checked separately.

Who studies at Manhattan Christian College?

Manhattan Christian College reported total enrollment of 160 students in the supplied 2024-25 institutional figures. Its small size is relevant when comparing course schedules and student activities with those of a larger university, but enrollment alone does not establish a particular classroom experience.

The reported student-to-faculty ratio is 10 to 1, and 31 first-time degree-seeking students were enrolled full time. The college also reported 20 incoming transfer students. In a separate geographic breakdown, 42% of students were Kansas residents and 48% came from other U.S. states; those percentages should not be treated as a complete description of the entire enrollment. Prospective students who need a particular course sequence should check when required classes are offered.

How does student life look like at Manhattan Christian College?

Everyday student life at Manhattan Christian College reflects both its small enrollment and its Christian mission. Students can engage through classes, faith-related activities, arts, service, athletics, and college-sponsored support services, while also living or spending time in the surrounding Manhattan community.

The college reports personal or psychological counseling for students and a student-run campus newspaper. Experiences may differ for residential students, commuters, and students taking courses in other formats. Applicants comparing MCC with a larger campus should look at the current activities calendar and course schedule to see which opportunities fit the times they will actually be on campus.

What libraries are available to students at Manhattan Christian College?

Jolliffe Hall Library is Manhattan Christian College's reported main campus library. For students in biblical studies, ministry, and other programs, its usefulness depends on access to the books, research materials, and assistance required for particular assignments.

Students who expect to conduct substantial research should check the library's current catalog, database access, borrowing rules, and hours. Online and commuting students should specifically ask what electronic resources they can use remotely and how to obtain materials the library does not hold.

Manhattan Christian College Student Life for 2027

Total enrollment

160

Full Time Degree Seeking Freshmen

31

Total staff

8 full time, 16 part time

Veterans affair office

No

Manhattan Christian College Student Body

Undergraduate vs. graduate students

Undergraduate: 160

Full-time vs. part-time students

Full-time: 120
Part-time: 40

Full-time degree-seeking students by gender

Women: 17
Men: 14

Students by race/ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino: 10
Black or African American: 17
White: 111
American Indian or Alaska Native: 3
Asian: 2
Two or more races: 3

Manhattan Christian College Sports & Athletics

Varsity teams compete against other colleges, intramural teams within the school. Each column says whether men, women or both take part, and whether the sport offers athletic scholarships (Aid).

Sport

Varsity Intramural Aid

Baseball

Men––

Basketball

BothBoth–

Cross-country running

Both––

Soccer

Both––

Volleyball

WomenBoth–

Data last updated on November 5, 2026

Data sources: IPEDS 2024-25, Peterson 2026, College Scorecard 10/2026, Clery 2024 (2023-24), OpenAlex 2026

Figures on this profile come from federal and third-party datasets in the editions listed above and are refreshed periodically, so they may differ from what the institution currently reports. Confirm costs, deadlines and requirements with the school before making decisions.

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