Opportunities for ESL / Multilingual Students
18 opportunities specifically for esl / multilingual students.
Creighton VITA — Free Tax Preparation Clinics
Creighton University / IRS VITA
Creighton University accounting students offer free tax preparation to Omaha-area residents earning under $60,000. Walk-in only Saturday clinics run from early February through late March at the Mike and Josie Harper Center (602 N 20th St) on Creighton's campus. Virtual appointments also available by emailing vita@creighton.edu.
Closed (was March 28, 2026)
Free VITA Tax Preparation — Council Bluffs Public Library
Omaha Earned Income Tax Credit Coalition / IRS VITA
Free tax return preparation through the IRS VITA program at the Council Bluffs Public Library (400 Willow Ave). IRS-certified volunteers prepare federal and state returns for qualifying individuals and families. Appointments only — schedule by calling 211 or booking online. Returns for tax years 2022–2025 accepted.
Closed (was April 8, 2026)
Omaha Public Library — Free Computers, Internet & Technology Access
Omaha Public Library
All 12 Omaha Public Library branches provide free public computers, high-speed internet, and printing. Do Space technology programs — formerly an independent technology library, now managed by OPL since January 1, 2026 — are housed at the Abrahams Branch with expanded services coming to the new Central Library (opening April 19, 2026). Do Space distributed free laptops, hotspots, and one year of home internet access to 945 Omaha residents as part of its Tech Pack Program. Branches also offer digital literacy classes through DigitalLearn and technology help from staff. Free Wi-Fi available at all branch locations. An Omaha Public Library card (free to all Douglas County residents) also unlocks LinkedIn Learning, LearningExpress, and other online career tools.
Rolling / Open
EducationQuest: Free College Planning
EducationQuest Foundation
Free college planning services for Nebraska students and families — including help completing the FAFSA, understanding financial aid, college application support, and need-based scholarship programs. Offered in English and Spanish.
Rolling / Open
Iowa Western Adult Learning Center — GED, HiSET & ESL
Iowa Western Community College
Free adult education classes at Iowa Western's Adult Learning Center in the Omni Centre, Council Bluffs. Programs include GED/HiSET exam preparation, English as a Second Language (ESL) at multiple levels, and adult basic education. Classes run Monday–Friday with extended hours. A $25 registration fee is due at enrollment and is valid through June 30.
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EducationQuest FAFSA Completion Workshops
EducationQuest Foundation
Free in-person workshops across Omaha where students and families can complete the FAFSA with expert help. Available in both English and Spanish. Bring your tax documents and FSA ID — walk-ins welcome at most locations.
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Omaha Public Library — Free Career & Job Search Resources
Omaha Public Library
Every OPL library card includes free access to LinkedIn Learning (thousands of online courses), LearningExpress career prep tools, DigitalLearn for computer and internet basics, Glassdoor company research, NEworks resume builder, and in-branch one-on-one technology help. No subscription fees — just a free library card.
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Karen Society of Nebraska — Refugee Community Support & Navigation
Karen Society of Nebraska
Nebraska's primary organization supporting the Karen community — refugees and immigrants from Burma (Myanmar) who now number more than 5,000 in Omaha and 8,000 statewide, making Nebraska home to the largest Karen population in the United States. Programs include social services navigation (reading mail, filling out government forms, addressing immigration questions), health promotion with translation services, home visits, and wellness sessions, an After-School Program for academic support of refugee students, and a Karen Language Literacy Program. Offices in Omaha and Lincoln.
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Immigrant Legal Center — Free Immigration Legal Services
Immigrant Legal Center (ILC)
The Immigrant Legal Center (formerly Justice For Our Neighbors Nebraska) provides free, professional immigration legal services through licensed attorneys and DOJ-accredited representatives. Serves low-income immigrants in Nebraska and Southwest Iowa, including a Council Bluffs, IA office. Services include weekly consultations and monthly legal clinics at partner locations across the metro.
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OneWorld Community Health Centers
OneWorld Community Health Centers
Federally Qualified Health Center with multiple Omaha locations offering medical, dental, behavioral health, pharmacy, and support services on a sliding fee scale. OneWorld explicitly provides LGBTQ+ affirming care including gender-affirming hormone therapy, PrEP access, HIV and STI testing, and mental health services for LGBTQ+ patients. Accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and private insurance. Specializes in serving uninsured and underinsured patients regardless of ability to pay. Includes health insurance enrollment assistance, interpreter services, and school-based health centers.
Rolling / Open
BrainFuse HelpNow — Free Online Tutoring for Iowa Residents
BrainFuse / State Library of Iowa
Free live online tutoring available daily 2–11pm through the State Library of Iowa. Covers all K-12 subjects plus writing help and career resources. Available in multiple languages — especially relevant for multilingual families in Council Bluffs. No account required for many features. Every student in Council Bluffs has access through their Iowa residency. Also includes writing lab (essay review within 24 hours), skills building modules, and adult learning resources.
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Learning for ALL — Free GED, ESL & Tutoring
Learning for ALL
Completely free adult education programs at the Barbara Weitz Community Engagement Center (6001 Dodge St, Omaha). Offers GED exam preparation, multi-level ESL classes, and 1-on-1 English tutoring with volunteer tutors. Available in-person and online. GED and ESL registration opens in early 2026.
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MCC Adult Education — Free GED & ESL Classes
Metropolitan Community College
Free GED instruction and testing at multiple MCC campuses across the Omaha metro, including Fort Omaha, North Express, South Express, Applied Technology Center, and others. The program also includes ESL classes. Taught by certified educators, this program serves adults without a high school diploma who want to earn a GED or improve their English skills.
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Latino Center of the Midlands — GED, ESL & Citizenship Classes
Latino Center of the Midlands
Omaha's largest Latino-serving organization offers bilingual adult education at their South location (4937 South 24th Street). Spring 2026 programs: GED preparation taught in Spanish, English Language Learning (ELL) at two levels, Pre-GED foundational coursework, U.S. citizenship interview preparation, and Basic Spanish Literacy. Classes meet twice weekly (Monday–Thursday, 2-hour sessions) or Saturdays (3-hour sessions). Spring 2026 semester runs January 20–May 16. Also serves over 3,600 individuals and families annually through mentoring, youth programs, nutrition education, home gardening, the city's largest youth internship program, and civic engagement.
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CIRA — Center for Immigrant & Refugee Advancement
CIRA (Center for Immigrant and Refugee Advancement)
Formerly the Refugee Empowerment Center (renamed 2024), CIRA provides free ESL classes at four proficiency levels, employment skills training, job placement support, cultural orientation, and youth peer mentorship for refugees and immigrants in Omaha. Interpreters are available for medical and government appointments. Services available in multiple languages.
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Metropolitan Community College — Free Learning & Tutoring Center
Metropolitan Community College
Free academic assistance across all subjects for enrolled MCC students. Staff includes specialists in reading, writing, math, ESL, and subject-specific support. Bilingual staff available in Spanish. Multiple campus locations across the Omaha metro. Particularly valuable for first-generation and ESL students navigating college-level coursework.
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Learning for ALL — Free Adult ESL, GED & Literacy Classes
Learning for ALL Omaha
Free classes and tutoring in English as a Second Language (ESL), Adult Basic Education, and GED preparation for adults in the Omaha community. Serves adults who need literacy and language skills to advance their education, careers, and daily lives. Critical resource for immigrant and refugee families in the metro.
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ESL Omaha — Free English Classes (No ID Required)
ESL Omaha
Free English as a Second Language classes at six levels — beginner through advanced — at 10845 Harney St, Omaha. Evening classes run Tuesday nights (all adults welcome). Daytime classes run Thursday mornings (women only). No paperwork, no documentation, no ID required. Limited childcare available during class. Current session runs through May 2026.
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