PURCHASE, N.Y., February 17, 2026– Manhattanville University has launched the Valiant Fast Track Bachelor’s Program, an innovative three-year residential bachelor’s degree designed for traditionally aged undergraduate students seeking a rigorous, career-oriented education without compromising the full college experience. The first cohort is expected to begin the program for the Fall 2026 semester. By completing a bachelor’s degree one year sooner than traditional timelines, students gain a competitive edge as they enter graduate programs or the workforce ahead of their peers.

This new program is one of just a few in New York State, and the only one in Westchester County, offering students the opportunity to earn a full 120-credit bachelor’s degree in just three years. This accelerated model is especially appealing for high-achieving students seeking an efficient, cost-effective path to a college degree.

“Our Valiant Fast Track Bachelor’s program is an excellent choice for students who are motivated and serious,” said Frank D. Sánchez, Ph.D., President of Manhattanville University. “The program will offer the same academic rigor as a four-year program. Students will be able to complete all the necessary requirements for graduation with this program, preparing them for graduate studies or the next step in their careers.” The program is part of a broader university initiative to expand access, reduce financial barriers, and align academic programs with real-world outcomes.

The Valiant Fast Track Bachelor’s Program is open to students in any undergraduate major except teaching, nursing, radiologic technology, musical theatre, and commercial dance. The program incorporates residential summer sessions to help students complete 120 credits in three years without overloading traditional semesters. Students in the program will benefit from experiential learning and career exploration, ensuring students graduate with both academic knowledge and practical experience. Students will participate in hands-on opportunities, career coaching, and skill-building experiences intentionally woven into the accelerated curriculum.

Students in the Valiant Fast Track Bachelor’s Program will enjoy the full social and professional college experience, unlike accelerated programs that primarily serve transfer students or those with associate degrees. This structure also provides opportunities for summer internships for academic credit, further enhancing career readiness. Graduates will enter the job market with strong academic preparation and practical experience gained earlier than students in traditional programs.

The program also presents a financial benefit: This accelerated timeline means students can reduce overall educational costs while gaining an additional year to begin earning income or pursuing graduate study.

The program will complement Manhattanville’s robust accelerated degree offerings across disciplines, which currently provide students with the opportunity to earn both undergraduate and graduate degrees in as little as five years. The new Valiant Fast track 3-year degree can offer students a pathway to graduate with a bachelors and masters in as little as four years, further accelerating their education and leaping into the workforce.

The Valiant Fast Track Bachelor’s Program is the latest in a series of forward-focused academic innovations designed to meet the needs of today’s learners and tomorrow’s workforce. For more information about the Valiant Fast Track Bachelor’s Program, visit https://www.mville.edu/programs/bachelors-accelerated-3-year-degree.php

About Manhattanville University

Manhattanville University (formerly Manhattanville College) is a private liberal arts institution dedicated to academic excellence, purposeful education, and social responsibility. “U.S. News and World Report” ranks Manhattanville among the Top Performers of Social Mobility in Regional Universities North. The university has been recognized among the best colleges in The Princeton Review for close to 20 years. Located 30 miles from New York City on a 100-acre suburban campus in the heart of Westchester County, Manhattanville enables easy access to entertainment offerings, educational resources, and business opportunities for its diverse student body. The university serves more than 1,400 undergraduate students and nearly 1,000 graduate students from more than 44 countries and 33 states. Founded in 1841, the university offers more than 75 undergraduate and graduate areas of study in the arts and sciences, education, nursing and health sciences, business, and creative writing, as well as continuing and executive education programs. Graduate students can choose from over 70 graduate and certificate programs. Extracurricular offerings include more than 45 clubs and activities, and 23 NCAA Division III teams. For more information, visit mville.edu