Manhattan Area Technical College

Manhattan Area Technical College (MATC) is a public two-year technical institution located in Manhattan, Kansas, approximately 120 miles west of Kansas City. The college occupies a modern campus in the northern part of Manhattan, positioned near Kansas State University and Fort Riley Military Installation. MATC offers career-focused technical education through certificate and associate degree programs, with particular emphasis on healthcare, information technology, building trades, and automotive technology. The institution maintains strong partnerships with local industries and provides hands-on training facilities designed to simulate real-world work environments. Campus facilities include specialized technical labs and workshops, though the college does not provide on-campus housing, primarily serving commuter students from the Flint Hills region.