Exploring your student’s educational and career options are critical to ensuring academic success– we are here to support your family through this journey! This is your starting point for information and resources. Scroll down or click on any of the topics. Can’t find what you need? Use the Send Us Your Questions in the quick link box or call us at 920-924-3200.
Students in grades 9–11 are invited to experience campus life, explore exciting career paths, and dive into fun, hands-on activities that bring learning to life.
Students will also learn how High School Career Academies give them an early start on college and their future career. Registration will open approximately three weeks before the event.
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Help students explore dream jobs and careers while they’re still in high school. With little to no cost, they can earn college-level credit through dual enrollment courses and get a head start on their career.
Students can even apply their dual enrollment course credits to one of several High School Career Academies to earn a college-level certification while still in high school at little to no cost.
Each Career Academy is a set of classes focused on a specific career area, such as Business, IT, Healthcare, or Manufacturing.
The annual cost of tuition and fees at Moraine Park is around $4,800 compared to an average of between $7,444 and $32,472 at four-year institutions.
Many programs are eligible for financial aid, and most full-time and first-time students receive financial aid.
Over $3.2 million in financial aid was distributed for spring 2024, with a majority as financial gifts (scholarships or grants).
More than ever, students and families are questioning the value of a college degree. Does the investment (time and cost) pay off when local employers are paying high wages and benefits?
While you and your student will need to make that decision together, here are some actual numbers and facts to consider:
Students in grades 9–11 are invited to experience campus life, explore exciting career paths, and dive into fun, hands-on activities that bring learning to life. Students will also learn how High School Career Academies give them an early start on college and their future career.
| November 4 | Registration for Spring Term – Returning Program Student |
| November 11 | Registration for Spring Term – New Program, New Pre-Core, New Certificate Student |
| December 2 | Registration for Spring Term – Open* |
| December 19 | End of Fall Term and 8-Week Session 2 |
| Dec 24 – Jan 2 | Winter Break – College Closed |
Taryn Reese’s interest in manufacturing was sparked early, fueled by the metals and welding courses she took at New Holstein High School. This initial exposure to the world of manufacturing left a lasting impression and eventually led her to Moraine Park Technical College.
After graduating high school, Reese attended a four-year university. However, like many students during the pandemic, she found the experience challenging and decided to enter the workforce instead.
She later began looking into local technical schools and found courses at Moraine Park that aligned with her interests and career aspirations.
For Alison Wolf, returning to Moraine Park Technical College wasn’t just about earning a degree—it was about opening the door to a new chapter in a career she already loves.
Wolf started Moraine Park’s Human Resources program in spring 2025 and plans to graduate in fall 2026. She currently works full time as an energy administrative supervisor and credit specialist at United Cooperative.
“I was talking with my family and decided I wanted a backup plan,” Wolf said. “My work has an amazing human resources field that eventually I would love to join. I love helping individuals and training new employees.”
Can’t find what you’re looking for? Search the Moraine Park website for more information or contact recruitment@morainepark.edu.
