International Students
Manitowoc Lutheran High School excels in providing students a versatile education that prepares them for higher education. Our school prioritizes community, inclusion, and friendliness to allow our students every opportunity to grow and achieve MLHS’s high academic standards.
Manitowoc Lutheran High School is equipped with an International Program Director who oversees every international student through coordinating, advising, and teaching the students ESL. Their position acts as a safe haven for international students as they experience American culture in its fullest form.
Student Application Process
We are excited that you are applying to Manitowoc Lutheran High School!
While attending MLHS, international students live with host families in Manitowoc County. The families have been interviewed and approved by MLHS representatives. They are excited to welcome a student into their home and learn about other cultures!
Admission to Manitowoc Lutheran Grades 9 -12 is selective. Not all applicants who meet the admissions standards will be admitted. For consideration, applications must be completed thoroughly and accurately.
If you have problems or need direction with this online application, please contact Manitowoc Lutheran’s International Program Director at rruediger@mlhslancers.org.
01.
Fill Out Application
Complete the ONLINE APPLICATION or Fillable PDF Application (download to fill out)
02.
Recommendations
Provide recommendations from a Headmaster and an English teacher to aid our admissions and placement decisions. Both recommendations can be found attached on pages 7 & 8 of the Fillable PDF Application.
03.
Official Transcripts
Request an official school transcript of your courses, credits, and grades from the past three (3) years. This is very important to our review process. Please request a copy (in English) to add to your application or have it translated by a certified translation company. A request for transcripts can be found on page 9 of the Fillable PDF Application.
04.
English Testing
Email results of any English Proficiency test (TOEFL Junior, TOEFL, iTEP, IELTS, SLEP, ELTiS, SSAT) to Mrs. Renée Ruediger at rruediger@mlhslancers.org. (An English test helps place a student in the correct ESL courses and provides an indication that the student will have the ability to succeed in the grade he/she is entering. Testing is required for all International students.)
06.
Proof of Ability to Pay
Email a copy of a Bank Statement to Mrs. Renée Ruediger at rruediger@mlhslancers.org. (The bank statement shows the parents’ ability to pay for the first year of a student's education at Manitowoc Lutheran. You will need this information in order to obtain a visa.)