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.
Has your student signed up for our upcoming Virtual Info Session yet? Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to explore our academic programs, admissions process, transfer credit options, financial aid, and even how to apply for FREE—all from the comfort of your own home! It’s your student’s first step toward an amazing future!
These Dual Enrollment opportunities make college more affordable and introduce high school students to higher-level coursework before they immerse themselves in college.
High school students in our district save over $5 million in tuition and fees by taking college credit courses in high school.
Advanced Placement (AP) courses prepare students to attempt the Advanced Placement Exam. Successful completion of AP exams can lead to the awarding of college credit. Read how Advanced Placement credits are accepted at MPTC.
Cooperative Academic Partnership Program (CAPP) enables students to complete college coursework (through several Wisconsin colleges) available at their high schools. Students who apply to a program at MPTC need to provide an official transcript from their CAPP college/university for review and transfer.
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 more than 84% of 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:
Virtual sessions are about 30 minutes. We’ll cover topics such as:
We will tailor our discussion to your student’s needs.
| April 15 | HS Senior Scholarship Deadline |
| April 15 | Fall Semester Registration for MPTC program students |
| April 16 | SCN Registration Sessions for students and parents (11:30am or 5:30pm) |
| April 30 | Fall semester registration opens for Start College Now students |
| May 11 | Moraine Park Foundation Scholarship Deadline |
Is your student hungry for a future in the kitchen? At Moraine Park, our Culinary Arts program serves up a hands-on learning experience where aspiring chefs sharpen their skills and stir up their creativity, the perfect recipe for turning passion into a profession.
Our students don’t just learn to cook, they’re prepped to serve success. With a unique mix of courses, they will simmer, sauté, and bake their way through every aspect of food prep and production. Along the way, they will master culinary essentials including customer service, kitchen safety, sanitation, and restaurant management.
Moraine Park’s Culinary Arts program offers flexible entry points for students not ready to commit to the full two-year associate degree. Start with a certificate in Culinary Fundamentals or Artisan Baking or the one-year technical diploma, Culinary Assistant and seamlessly transfer into the associate degree as you grow your skills and passions.
It may not have a Michelin Star, yet, but Park Terrace, Moraine Park’s student-led restaurant, gives students real-world experience in menu creation, table design, management, and kitchen production. With reservations filling fast each year, the community enjoys a flavorful journey through global cuisines like Hawaiian, Belgian, Moroccan, Venezuelan, and more.
Our Culinary Arts program follows a cohort model with a fall start and is offered exclusively at the Fond du Lac campus. While the program is structured for full-time enrollment due course sequencing, part-time completion is possible. Students interested in a part-time path should work closely with their advisor to plan their course schedule effectively.
Whether your student dreams of becoming a top chef, running their own restaurant or simply mastering culinary craft, Moraine Park’s Culinary Arts program will provide the foundation to make it happen. With real-world experience, hands-on training, and a supportive learning environment taught by industry faculty, they’ll gain the confidence and skills needed to thrive in today’s industry.
Connect with Moraine Park’s Recruitment Team and take the first step toward a future that’s cooked to perfection.
FACT:
Senior year of high school is often a whirlwind: juggling academics, college and scholarship applications, part-time jobs, and making time for a social life. But for Arianna Bloecher, a senior at Slinger High School, the pressure was eased through dual enrollment opportunities at Moraine Park, allowing her to get a jumpstart on college before she even graduated high school.
It started with a conversation with her high school counselor, who introduced Arianna to Start College Now as a chance to explore her passion and career interests. After looking into Moraine Park’s Welding program, she quickly saw it was an ideal match for her goals, providing the tools and opportunities she needed to be successful.
Arianna’s days are busy, spending Monday through Thursday at a hands-on internship from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. and wrapping up her week with her final class of the semester on Fridays. Among her favorite courses are GTAW (TG) 1 and 2, which introduced her to a new and uniquely challenging welding process that quickly became a highlight of her program.
Through the program, she’s explored different types of welding including Gas Metal Arc, Tungsten Arc, and Shielded Metal Arc. “I enjoy Gas Metal Arc welding the most because as soon as I tried it, it came naturally, and I understood it more than other types of welding.”
Looking ahead, Arianna is set to work full-time this summer and finish her last semester in the Welding program this fall. “I’d like to stay at my current job unless there are bigger opportunities to come. I wish to start my own travel welding business in the future.”
When asked what advice she’d give to other high school students considering college courses, she shared, “Take any opportunity that gives you a head start and sets you up for your future. Never doubt yourself, you’ll thank yourself later!”
Arianna’s story is one of the many examples of how early college opportunities like Start College Now can help shape student’s futures before graduation, building a strong foundation for a lifelong career and reducing the financial burden of student loan debt.
FACTS:
Can’t find what you’re looking for? Search the Moraine Park website for more information or contact recruitment@morainepark.edu.
