Wisconsin Parental Choice Program (WPCP)
Winnebago Lutheran Academy is part of the Wisconsin Parental Choice Program (WPCP). For students who qualify and then are selected to receive a voucher through the WPCP, the family receives a voucher from the State of Wisconsin that pays their student’s WLA tuition in full. The voucher remains with the student through their time at WLA.
Ninth grade is considered an entry point in the WPCP. This means all incoming 9th graders who meet the income criteria and apply are eligible. Students currently receiving a voucher for grade school can transfer the voucher directly to WLA without having to meet the income criteria.
There is no cap for vouchers in the 2026-27 school year based on the school district’s total enrollment where the family resides. Eligibility is based on family size and Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) as reported on your most recent tax return (see chart below) and being a resident of the State of Wisconsin.
Please click here for a link to the online application. There are application windows open each month from February 2, 2026-September 14, 2026. Check out information on the WPCP program here, along with their Frequently Asked Questions.
What is the Income Eligibility for the Wisconsin Parental School Choice?
The table below shows the income eligibility for the 2026-27 school year. The income criteria only needs to be met in a student’s first year in the program. Family size (as defined by DPI) “includes parent/legal guardians and their children by birth, marriage or adoption that reside in the same household as the student applicant.”
Single Parent Household
– 2026-2027 School Year*
| Family Size | Family Income at or below |
|---|---|
| 2 | $46,530 |
| 3 | $58,630 |
| 4 | $70,730 |
| 5 | $82,830 |
| 6 | $94,930 |
*Add $12,100 for each additional family member.
Two Parent (Married) Household
– 2026-2027 School Year**
| Family Size | Family Income at or below |
|---|---|
| 3 | $65,630 |
| 4 | $77,730 |
| 5 | $89,830 |
| 6 | $101,930 |
| 7 | $114,030 |
**Add $12,100 for each additional family member. Family income is the Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) on 1040 income tax form. Family income is based on 220% of the Federal Poverty Level.
Application Open Period
Feb. 1-20, Mar. 1-20, Apr. 1-20, May 1-20, June 1-20, July 1-20, Aug. 1-20, Sept. 1-14 are the open application periods for a WPCP voucher for the 2026-27 school year. Note: You need to supply your proof of residency during the window in which you apply for the WPCP.
Please note the specific situations below regarding applying for the WPCP.
- If your student is new to WLA and you have need for financial aid,
- If your family qualifies for a voucher or has qualified for a voucher at your grade school, apply for a WPCP voucher.
- If your family does not qualify for the voucher, then apply for Financial Aid through WLA.
- If your student is a returning student and has received or has a need for Financial Aid, you must apply annually for Financial Aid.
- If your returning student received a voucher through the WPCP in the 2025-26 school year, do not apply for WLA financial aid. Simply re-apply for the WPCP voucher. Returning families only need to verify residency on the application, not income.
For additional information or questions please speak with Principal David Schroeder at dschroeder@wlavikings.org or Business Manager Eric Schraufnagel at eschraufnagel@wlavikings.org, or call 920-921-4930 ext. 307.
