Best Online Engineering Programs in Manhattan, NY (2026)
Manhattan, New York has a population of about 1,643,734. There are 5 accredited engineering programs within 100 miles of Manhattan. In the New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ metro area, the top-earning engineering-related role is Architectural and Engineering Manager at a median $179,110 annually (BLS OEWS, May 2024).
Closest Engineering Schools to Manhattan
The five accredited institutions below are the closest options indexed in our directory that offer engineering programs. Distances are calculated from Manhattan city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia University in the City of New York | New York, NY | 1.7 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| CUNY City College | New York, NY | 2.5 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| DeVry College of New York | New York, NY | 2.6 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Stevens Institute of Technology | Hoboken, NJ | 4.0 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| New York University | New York, NY | 4.1 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all New York schools on the New York engineering page.
Engineering Wages Near Manhattan
Manhattan is part of the New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ metro area (BLS area code 35620). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to New York statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civil Engineer | $106,130 | New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ | $94,254 |
| Electrical Engineer | $127,160 | New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ | $112,931 |
| Mechanical Engineer | $111,270 | New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ | $98,819 |
| Chemical Engineer | $122,660 | New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ | $108,934 |
| Aerospace Engineer | $135,530 | New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ | $120,364 |
| Biomedical Engineer | $115,080 | New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ | $102,202 |
| Environmental Engineer | $105,040 | New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ | $93,286 |
| Architectural and Engineering Manager | $179,110 | New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ | $159,067 |
Source: BLS, May 2024 Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics publishes wage data at the metro (MSA) and state level – not by individual city.
Manhattan at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 112.6 (above U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
| Engineering-related employment in New York County | 38,729 workers, 3,370 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Manhattan-Area Cities With Engineering Programs
- West New York, NJ – 2.3 mi away (53,343 pop)
- Cliffside Park, NJ – 2.9 mi away (24,856 pop)
- Union City, NJ – 3.6 mi away (69,296 pop)
- Hoboken, NJ – 4.2 mi away (54,379 pop)
- Fort Lee, NJ – 4.7 mi away (37,577 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited engineering programs are near Manhattan, NY?
Our directory lists 5 engineering programs within 100 miles of Manhattan. The closest is Columbia University in the City of New York in New York, NY (1.7 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is New York University (4.1 miles). 0 of these programs are offered fully online.
What are the highest-paying engineering roles near Manhattan?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying engineering-related roles near Manhattan are: Architectural and Engineering Manager ($179,110), Aerospace Engineer ($135,530), Electrical Engineer ($127,160). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with New York statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in West New York instead of Manhattan?
West New York, NJ is 2.3 miles from Manhattan and has its own set of local engineering programs – see the city’s page. For online programs, distance matters less; for hybrid or in-person formats, comparing both can help.
How do I verify a program is accredited?
Confirm institutional accreditation via the U.S. Department of Education database (U.S. Dept. of Education database), and check for any program-specific accreditation listed by the school.
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