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English Language Learner (ELL) classes provide instruction in English-language skills including speaking, writing, listening and reading for students whose first language is not English. Managed enrollment classes are designed to help students improve reading and writing skills as well as conversational English. A placement test will evaluate each student’s needs, allowing the instructor to target the areas which will be most beneficial to the student.
Manhattan Tech Adult Learning Center is not an I-20/SEVIS Eligible Program and therefore does not provide credit for any ELL courses. ELL courses at Manhattan Tech are strictly to aid in the development of the English Language for community members.
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Materials Fee Cost: $20*Recreational Students is $300 per quarter
Variable class times.Class placement decided by pre-assessment test.
Time of orientation: 9:00am - 1:00pm, both days required.*Applications are due the Wednesday before Orientation.
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The Manhattan Adult Learning Center is required by the State of Kansas and Federal (AEFLA) guidelines to give priority to new students who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents. The ESL program is intended for those individuals who do not have adequate proficiency in the English language to function as a citizen, employee in the Manhattan community, or the ability to communicate effectively with a child’s teacher.
Individuals who ARE eligible for ESL classes under the AEFLA grant must meet ALL of the following guidelines: be 16 years of age and over; does not have basic listening, reading, writing and/or mathematics skills as determined by scores on the TABE tests; has Visa status compliance (one of the following):
Recreational Students:Students enrolling in programs and services who do not qualify under the Adult Education and Family Literacy Act (AEFLA) grant are considered recreational students. Any student who self identifies as a Non-immigrant Visa Holder is considered a Recreational Student (See below for Non-immigrant Visa Status). Recreational students may apply for enrollment. The fee for Recreational Students is $300 per session, as class space permits. Orientations for Recreational Students occur starting in August 2019 if seating is available.
The chart below contains different purposes for immigrating to the United States, and the related immigrant visa categories for which information is available on this website. Select a visa category below to learn more:
Immediate Relative & Family Sponsored
Visa Category
Spouse of a U.S. Citizen
IR1, CR1
Spouse of a U.S. Citizen awaiting approval of an I-130 immigrant petition
K-3 *
Fiancé(e) to marry U.S. Citizen & live in U.S.
K-1 *
Intercountry Adoption of Orphan Children by U.S. Citizens
IR3, IH3, IR4, IH4
Certain Family Members of U.S. Citizens
IR2, CR2, IR5, F1, F3, F4
Certain Family Members of Lawful Permanent Residents
F2A, F2B
Employer Sponsored – Employment
Employment-Based Immigrants, including (preference group):
Religious Workers
SD, SR
Iraqi and Afghan Translators/Interpreters
SI
Iraqis Who Worked for/on Behalf of the U.S. Government
SQ
Afghans Who Worked for/on Behalf of the U.S. Government
Other Immigrants
Diversity Immigrant Visa
DV
Returning Resident
SB
*K Visas – Listed with immigrant visas because they are for immigration related purposes.
About this chart - This chart is a list of many immigrant visa categories, but not every immigrant visa category.
**Refer to the Foreign Affairs Manual, 9 FAM 502.1 for a listing of all immigrant visa categories.
Below you will find steps to applying to the Manhattan Tech Adult Education Program.
Adult Education Application
Please accurately fill our all forms. How you spell your name on your application will become permanent on your Manhattan Tech account information.
You will receive an e-mail from Manhattan Tech with instructions to reset your password for your Manhattan Tech account. Please do this prior to coming to orientation.
If you need assistance you may come to campus during business hours and a team member can assist you.
You will receive an e-mail from adulted@manhattantech.edu welcoming you to the program and informing you of what to do next.
This email will also include information about the next New Student Orientation that you will be required to attend to join the program.
Orientation applications are due the Wednesday before Orientation. We will start right at the posted time, tardy applicants will have to wait until the next orientation; both days are required. No children/babies will be allowed to accompany students during orientation or classes.
Enrollment for the October Session is now closed.
Now accepting applications for: January 14th, 15th & 16th | 9:00am - 1:00. All days required.
Manhattan Tech is committed to helping our students be successful. We recognize that you may need additional support and services, such as access to counseling and additional assistance.
Manhattan Area Technical College students, faculty, and staff are eligible for free rides. Students and staff must show their College Issued ID when boarding the bus in order to ride free. View ATA buses website for more information.
Full-time Manhattan Area Technical College students are eligible to purchase a membership to Kansas State University Recreational Complex. View KSU's Recreational Services page for costs and membership information.
We are providing this list as a resource to you, there may be other providers that are not on this list, as it is not an exhaustive list.
Fort Riley Army Post
Military One Source
Manhattan Vet Center
Kansas Commission on Veterans Affairs Office
Fort Riley Child, Youth, and School Services (CYSS)
Manhattan Common Table
Harvesters Food Locator
Flint Hills Breadbasket
Community Food Network created to minimize hunger by the distribution of food through community donations and volunteers. Emergency food pantry hours found on this link.
Manhattan Housing Authority
Manhattan Emergency Shelter, Inc.
Manhattan Area Habitat For Humanity
Encore Shop
Family Center Budget Shop
Goodwill Store
Ogden Friendship House of Hope
Salvation Army
Flint Hills Community Clinic
Pawnee Mental Health Services
Ascension Via Christi Manhattan
Stormont Vail Health Flint Hills Campus
Riley County Health Department
A public health organization promoting community health and safety.
Konza Dental Clinic
ATA Bus
Green Apple Bikes
American Red Cross
Laundry Love MHK
Catholic Charities
National Substance Abuse Hotline
Substance Abuse Center of Kansas (SACK)
Big Lakes Development Center
Three Rivers, Inc.
Konza United Way, Inc
Manhattan Workforce Center
Child Care Aware of Kansas
Department for Children and Families (DCF)
Riley County Family & Child Resource Center
Sunflower CASA
FIT Closet
Boys and Girls Club
Thrive!
Fairy Godmothers Fund
Guardians
Housing and Credit Counseling Inc.
Kansas Legal Services
Shepherds Crossing
Crisis Center Inc.
Katie’s Way
Morning Star Inc
MATC Main Campus# Manhattan Regional Airport (5500 Skyway Dr., Manhattan) Manhattan Public Library (629 Poyntz Ave., Manhattan)* Manhattan City Park (1101 Freemont St., Manhattan)
Douglass Community Recreation Center (900 Yuma Drive, Manhattan) Panera Bread (315 Southwind rd., Manhattan) Radina's Coffee (various locations) (various locations) McDonald’s (various locations) Starbucks (various locations) Bluestem Bistro (1219 Moro St., Manhattan) Pizza Hut (various locations) IHOP (101 Goodfood Pl., Manhattan) Denny's (204 Tuttle Creek Blvd., Manhattan) McAlister's Deli (427 Tuttle Creek Blvd., Manhattan) Hy-Vee (601 N. 3rd Pl., Manhattan) Paramour Coffee (2005 Clocktower Pl., Manhattan)
Most public libraries offer free computer and internet access and basic computer help. Check the following website at https://publiclibraries.com/state/kansas for local library contact information and additional resources.
The Adult Education grant program is unable to provide free services to F1 and J1 visa holders. Please see the Eligibility section for more details.
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