Moraine Park Technical College’s over all enrollment grew by 9 percent over last year reaching the highest program student headcount in four years.
Following four consecutive years of declining enrollment numbers, MPTC has now seen two years in a row of increased enrollments.
Program student headcount comparison as of Feb. 1:
- 2022-23 – 3,233
- 2023-24 – 3,389
- 2024-25 – 3,571
High school students taking advantage of dual credit and Start College Now opportunities have increased by nearly 14 percent. As of Feb. 1, students enrolling directly from local high schools rose from 236 in 2023-24 to 311 in 2024-25.
Other highlights include:
- Enrollment in Moraine Park’s Associate of Arts/Associate of Science (AA/AS)/University Transfer agreements have nearly doubled, growing from 70 students in 2023-24 to 136 for 2024-25 year-to-date.
- The Horicon Regional Center opened, offering advanced fire training and supporting the district’s fire stations.
- K12 partnerships saw a 20 percent increase in dual enrollments — giving high schoolers more opportunity to earn college credentials.
- Moraine Park’s Apprenticeship programs continue to grow at a steady rate, experiencing over 20 percent growth in headcount year over year.
- The Department of Corrections online programs FTEs saw an increase of over 20 percent.
- Undergraduate student retention at Moraine Park remains high, with over 80 percent of eligible fall term students returning in spring.
Programs with the most notable growth are Carpentry ABC Apprenticeship, Phlebotomist/Specimen Processor, Radiography, Nursing Assistant, Accounting, IT-Cybersecurity Specialist, and Diagnostic Medical Sonography.
“As a leader in higher education in our District, it has been inspiring to see our communities embrace the education and mission of Moraine Park Technical College,” Bonnie Baerwald, Moraine Park president, said. “The remarkable growth we have experienced in recent years is a testament to the immense value of technical education—both in the strength of our programs and in the career outcomes of our students. With so many educational and career pathways available, we are honored to be a trusted, transformative step for so many in our communities.”
MPTC expects to distribute $3.63 million in student aid for the spring 2025 semeseter.
