Join Our School Through the Milwaukee Parental Choice Program (MPCP)
At NOVA High School, we are committed to providing a high-quality education to all students. We are proud to participate in the Milwaukee Parental Choice Program (MPCP) for the upcoming school year 2026-27, which allows eligible students to attend our school with tuition covered by the state of Wisconsin.
Who is Eligible?
To qualify for the Milwaukee Parental Choice Program, students must meet the DPI requirements. Click here to view MPCP eligibility requirements.
When to Apply
Open application periods:
- March 1 – March 20
- April 1 – April 20
- May 1 – May 20
- June 1 – June 22
- July 1 – July 20
- August 1 – August 20
- September 1 – September 14
- October 1 – October 20*
- November 1 – November 20*
- December 1 – January 5*
- *2nd semester participation only
How to Apply
The application process is handled online through the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI). Please ensure you have a valid email address and your residency/income documentation ready to upload or bring to the school office.
Click Here to Start the Online Parent Application
Questions? We’re Here to Help!
We understand that the application process can feel overwhelming. If you have any questions regarding eligibility, required documentation, or how to use the online system, please do not hesitate to call our office at (414) 874-0283. Our staff is happy to walk you through the process and ensure your application is submitted correctly.
We look forward to welcoming your family to our school community!
More About Enrollment Procedures and Fees
Parents/guardians must complete the Milwaukee Parental Choice Program (MPCP) Application and other eligibility forms during the open enrollment periods.
At the time of enrollment, both the student and their parent/guardian must sign a “Contract of Responsibility.”
If the school receives applications from more eligible students than it has Choice seats available, selection of students will be determined on a random basis. However, preference may be given to Choice students already attending the school and their siblings. Schools must notify parents within 60 days of receiving the application of admission or non-admission to the Choice program at the school. Any applicant denied may request to meet with the administration to discuss ineligibility of the application. If the student and his/her family wish to reapply, they will be encouraged to do so in the next application period.
A parent may appeal the denial of admission in writing to the administrator. Denial in the program is based on the ineligible MPCP application/forms, or the household does not reside in the city of Milwaukee. The administration will review the household information to verify that the MPCP application/forms are properly filled out, the household meets the income eligibility requirement, and there is proof of residency. If it is confirmed that the household does not meet the income requirement, or the residency is not in the city of Milwaukee, this will be explained in writing by administration within five days of receiving the written parental appeal. (11/6/12)
Students are not charged tuition at NOVA High School if they qualify for the MPCP. There may be fees for field trips, projects, and other special events. A Choice student may choose not to attend the field trip or participate in the activity, avoid the fee and not suffer in any way academically, by class standing, grade or credit. The fees for field trips and other activities will be charged in accordance with Choice regulations. (6/11/12)
