Admissions

Welcome to Wisconsin Lutheran

See Yourself at Wisconsin Lutheran

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  • A Caring, Christian Education

    WLHS is a distinctively WELS Lutheran high school (more than 60 percent of the students are WELS Lutheran), but does seek and welcome all young men and women who desire a comprehensive, Christ-centered secondary education.

    WLHS is a family of students, teachers, and staff working and learning together in a safe, caring, and Christian environment.

  • Academic Excellence

    Ninety-six percent of WLHS graduates enroll in a post-secondary institution, many receiving scholarships and academic recognition. We offer accelerated courses in English, science, psychology, and mathematics to give students an advantage after they’ve graduated.

  • Award-winning Co-curriculars

    WLHS has a proud athletic reputation and history, and many titles and trophies to show for it.

    More than 67 percent of WLHS students are involved in co-curricular activities, a great opportunity to meet new friends and to provide valuable experience for future life roles.

  • Affordable

    Over $700,00 in tuition assistance and scholarships is bestowed annually to make our school affordable to everyone. Seventy-five percent of the student body receives some form of tuition assistance.

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  • Grades 5-8 Winners - Grade School Math Track

    We were very grateful to have 14 of our conference partner schools, consisting of 214 5th-8th graders, participate in this year's grade school math track competition! Congratulations to this year's team and individual place finishers, and thank you to all students who competed!
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  • 3rd-8th Grades: Grade School Theater Workshops

    Students in grades 3-8 are invited to theater workshops at Wisconsin Lutheran High School. Three different themed camps will be held on Sundays from 12:00-3:15 p.m. under these topics: Acting and Storytelling (March 9), Musical Theatre (March 16), or Improv and Creative Drama (March 30). Sign up for one or multiple topics. Cost is $20 per workshop. Visit wlhs.org/theatercamp to register.

  • Fifth Grade Movie Night - Wednesday, April 23

    Students in fifth grade are invited to a complimentary movie night with Mrs. Schuessler and Mr. Wetzel on Wednesday, April 23 in the auditorium at Wisconsin Lutheran High School. We are excited to be showing Sonic the Hedgehog 3, which was one of the highest-grossing movies of 2024. This event is intended for fifth graders only — parents can drop students off at school front school doors at 5:40 p.m. and pick up at 8:15 p.m. Click here to RSVP to the movie.
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  • 8th Grade: MPCP and WPCP Open Enrollment for 2025-26

    2025 Open Enrollment starts on Monday, February 3, and is for all families wishing to utilize the Milwaukee (MPCP) or Wisconsin (WPCP) Parental Choice Program for the 2025-26 school year.
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  • 8th Grade: 2025-26 Scholarship Applications & Tuition Assistance Open

    On December 1, both the scholarship application and tuition assistance links opened for the 2025-26 school year. Tuition assistance instructions with links can be found here. The deadline to apply is Tuesday, December 31, 2024.

    The scholarship application link is available through your onCampus account. Scholarships are available for current and incoming American tuition-paying students. Log into your onCampus account here. Click on the yellow bar at the top of your onCampus page that says 1 Form(s) to Review. This link will lead you to the scholarship application. Your application will remain saved in your account until you hit the submit button. All written submissions can be submitted in one e-mail to scholarship.applications@wlhs.org. The scholarship application submission deadline is also Tuesday, December 31, 2024.
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  • 8th Grade – Admissions for the 2025-26 School Year is Underway

    The admissions process began on October 15. If you haven’t started the process yet, please do so now! The entire admissions calendar can be found here (or here for Spanish).

    You can apply for admissions now by clicking here.

    Please note, if you intend to apply for:
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  • 8th Grade - Admissions for the 2025-26 School Year Opens October 15

    Admissions for the WLHS 2025-26 school year will soon be underway! Please be sure to complete the application for admissions right away.

    The entire admissions calendar can be found here (or here for Spanish). Contact Director of Admissions Mr. Brad Wetzel with any admissions questions at brad.wetzel@wlhs.org or 414-453-4567.

    PLEASE NOTE: When you apply for admissions, you will first need to create an account with us (for first-time users). You can click here to begin the application process. If you have created an account for a previous school year but forgot your password, then please click here to begin the application process.

  • Grade School Spelling Bee - Grades 5-8 Winners

    Congratulations to this year's Grade School Spelling Bee place finishers from Grades 5-8, and thank you to all students who competed!
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  • 5th-8th Grade Spelling Bee

    WLHS is your host for the annual 5th-8th Grade Spelling Bee, which will be held on Monday, September 23 for grades 5-6 and Wednesday, September 25 for grades 7-8. Please speak with your grade school principal for more details. We are un-bee-lievably excited to see you then!

  • 8th Grade - Now is the Time to Prepare for Your WLHS Admissions Process

    Eighth grade students, be on the lookout for Mr. Brad Wetzel, Director of Admissions! Mr. Wetzel plans to visit your classroom during September and early October to discuss details about the admissions and application process for the 2025-26 school year at WLHS. The admissions process opens on Tuesday, October 15. Click here for more details.
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Meet the Admissions Team

Mr. Brad Wetzel
Director of Admissions
414-453-4567 x1322
brad.wetzel@wlhs.org

Mr. Brian Gottschalk
Admissions Counselor
414-453-4567 x1325
brian.gottschalk@wlhs.org

Mrs. Meg Schuessler
Admissions Counselor
414-453-4567 x1392
meg.schuessler@wlhs.org

Mr. Eric Duwe
Director of International Program
1-414-453-4567 x2192
eric.duwe@wlhs.org

Mr. Nate King
International Admissions Director
1-414-453-4567 x2203
nathan.king@wlhs.org

Mr. Scott Raymond
Programs Manager
414-453-4567 x1327
scott.raymond@wlhs.org
  • The Wisco Advantage The Wisco Advantage
    The Wisco Advantage is a magazine published with the parents of prospective Wisco students in mind. The publication includes spotlights on current students, information on preparing grade school age students for WLHS, and testimonials about our school.
330 N. Glenview Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53213
Phone: 414-453-4567  |  Fax: 414-453-3001