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We proudly support the educational goals of military members, veterans, and their families. Whether you're stationed at Fort Riley or part of a military family, MATC offers high-quality, hands-on education that fits your unique lifestyle. Explore our programs, tailored services, and flexible options to start your journey with us.
Manhattan Tech's Fort Riley Technical Skills Center is located at 211 Custer Ave Fort Riley, KS 66442, Office 111.
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Contact us to learn more about our on-post welding program and other available classes!
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If you served on Active Duty, you might be eligible for education benefits offered by the Department of Veterans Affairs. For example, the Post 9/11 GI Bill® provides financial support for educational and housing expenses to individuals with at least 90 days of aggregate service after September 10, 2001, or individuals discharged with a service-connected disability after 30 days. You must have received an honorable discharge to be eligible for the Post 9/11 GI Bill®.
If you are the spouse or child of a service member, you may be eligible for transfer of the service member's Post 9/11 GI Bill® benefits to you. The servicemember must officially transfer months of benefits to you.
The Kansas Commission on Veteran's Affairs has approved VA educational benefits for all Manhattan Tech programs. Veterans, Reservists, and eligible dependents requesting to use benefits must complete the appropriate forms which are available from the Department of Veterans Affairs at 888.442.4551, or online at www.gibill.va.gov or www.vets.gov. The average time for the VA to process education claims is 30 days. Once you have been approved to use education benefits by the VA, you can view your Certificate of Eligibility which is specifically for education benefits.
Students receiving Veteran's Education Benefits must submit the Manhattan Tech Veteran Enrollment Certification Form each semester prior to the Office of Financial Aid certifying courses.
Please note that some of our programs are considered to be offered in 'Non-Standard Terms' by the VA. This may impact the way in which any applicable housing allowance and/or other eligible stipends are paid by the VA.
If you are currently active duty, National Guard or a Reservist, you may be eligible for funding offered through the Department of Defense Tuition Assistance (TA) program. National Guardsmen or Reservists eligible for educational benefits should contact the Office of Financial Aid to obtain necessary school documentation. As a reminder, Service members should first check with the Educational Services Officer (ESO) or counselor within their Military Service regarding eligibility status and the amount for which you qualify prior to enrolling in an institution. Each branch has its own rules and methods of applying for TA, so you will need to contact your unit for application assistance.
If you will be using tuition assistance, you will need to submit an approved TA Authorization to the Office of Financial Aid on or before the payment deadline of each semester. The TA program only pays for tuition, not fees. Please be aware that Manhattan Tech has per credit hour student fees as well as course-specific distance learning fees and course fees. Service members using Tuition Assistance will be responsible for paying any applicable fees.
If your TA administrator requests a signed program plan of study, please contact the Office of Financial Aid to obtain this document. We are also happy to assist with uploading courses/plans to your tuition assistance portal.
Click below for more information about Tuition Assistance:
MyCAA is available to spouses of service members on active duty. If you are the spouse of a service member who is serving on active duty Title 10 orders in the paygrades of E1-E6, O1-O3, or W1-W2, you may be eligible for financial assistance from the Department of Defense for education, training, and/or the occupational license and credentials necessary for a high demand, high growth portable career. Spouses married to members of the National Guard and reserve components in these same pay grades may also be eligible. For more information or to apply go to My CAA Website or call 800-342-9647.
Note: Fort Riley-specific course offerings are currently pending approval for military benefits for the spring 2025 semester.
Create an account and submit the Manhattan Tech Application, along with either a waiver code or the required fee. After you submit your application, please allow about 30 minutes for your checklist to update.
Visit the Manhattan Tech application portal: engage.manhattantech.edu/apply
You’ll see two options:
If you’ve never started a Manhattan Tech application before, select: First Time Users – Create an Account
Enter:
Once you submit the form, you will be emailed a confirmation pin. Open that email and enter the pin to activate your account.
After activating your account:
You will now be logged into your Slate status portal.
Once logged in:
Make sure all information is accurate—especially your name. Whatever you enter on your application becomes the official name on your Manhattan Tech account.
After submitting, your status portal will show:
Check back regularly for updates.
Request an official high school transcript from the last high school that you attended (for GED transcripts, visit Request a GED)
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Request an official transcript(s) from all colleges attended. If you are sending transcripts electronically using a service such as eScrip, Parchment, or Credential Solutions, please email them to registrar@manhattantech.edu. If you’re having your official transcripts sent via mail, please have them sent directly to:
Once you’re accepted into a program, you’ll receive an email from Manhattan Tech with instructions to reset your Manhattan Tech account password. Please complete this step before attending orientation.
For assistance, refer HERE for password reset information.
Students must submit a $250.00 non-refundable seat deposit and intent form for enrollment into the welding program classes.
After all applicable admissions requirements have been completed, you will be provided notice by admissions to schedule an appointment with an academic advisor for enrollment. To schedule an advising appointment book online.
Students must have set up a payment option by the first day of class or have communicated with our Student Account Coordinator regarding payment options. If you have questions about tuition, please check out the business office webpage, or contact Student Accounts for more information.
If you run into any issues or have questions, you’re welcome to drop by campus during business hours. Our staff is happy to help.
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Some academic programs require you to have equipment, tools, supplies, and uniforms on the first day of class. Other programs have compiled a toolkit that is required for the students attending those programs. The tool kits and supplies will be available on the program orientation day. On program orientation day, students must submit a non-refundable seat deposit. Refer to the information below for each program's seat deposit and tool requirements.
Email: emilyharper@manhattantech.edu
Call: 785-587-2800 Ext. 4439
Manhattan Tech Fort Riley Office: Located at 211 Custer Ave Fort Riley, KS 66442, Office 111.
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