A Step-by Step Guide to Applying for
​Financial Aid, Scholarships and Choice 

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Do not let the cost of tuition determine where your child goes to high school.  Our individualized approach to financial aid ensures that if Pius XI is the best fit for your child, we will work with you to make it possible. Financial aid and scholarship funding is based on many factors, including a student's academic achievements, service to community, as well as household size and income. 
 
​All families who are seeking financial aid, must apply each year using the FACTS application process. (Note: this is not the Parental Choice application process.) 

1. Priority financial aid and scholarship deadline for incoming freshmen – November 23, 2022
2. Spring financial aid and scholarship deadline for returning students and new applicants – March 15, 2023

Please contact ghein@piusxi.org with any questions. 

Financial Aid (FACTS) Application Process (For the 2023-2024 School Year) 

Each family requesting financial assistance must submit one (1) online FACTS application per family, along with current income documentation and additional supporting documentation. (For tuition payment plans and options, please visit the Pius XI Tuition & Fees webpage). ​

Click HERE for the 2023-2024 FACTS application and login information. 

2023-2024 FACTS Overview & Instructions (English)
2023-2024 FACTS Overview & Instructions (Spanish)

Scholarship Opportunities 

​Pius XI Scholarship Application Process

​Students who are applying for financial aid should also submit this simple Scholarship Application form along with a short essay and two letters of recommendation in order to be considered for named scholarship support. Many named scholarships are 4-year awards, provided the student continues to meet academic and disciplinary standards. 

Spring Deadline (for new and returning students): March 15, 2023
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2023-2024 Pius XI Scholarship (English)
2023-2024 Pius XI Scholarship (Spanish)

Father Carney Alumni Discount 

Incoming freshmen (Class of 2027) whose parent or legal guardian is an alum of Pius XI Catholic High School are eligible to apply for the Father Carney Alumni Discount. Applicants must meet academic and character criteria to receive this discount each year. 

Deadline: November 23, 2022
2023-2024 Father Carney Alumni Discount (English)
2023-2024 Father Carney Alumni Discount (Spanish)

Milwaukee Archdiocese Employee Discount
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Students whose parent or legal guardian is a full or part-time employee of the Archdiocese of Milwaukee are eligible to apply for a tuition reduction. 
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Spring Deadline (for new and returning students): March 15, 2023
2023-2024 Arch Employee Discount (English)
2023-2024 Arch Employee Discount (Spanish)

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Milwaukee and Wisconsin Parental Choice Programs

Pius XI Catholic High School participates in both the Milwaukee and Wisconsin Parental Choice Programs. 

Milwaukee Parental Choice Program (MPCP) Application Period for 2022-2023 School Year: November 1-21, 2022
Milwaukee Parental Choice Program (MPCP) Application Period for 2023-2024 School Year: February 1 - 20, 2023

Wisconsin Parental Choice Program (WPCP) Application Period for the 2023-2024 School Year: February 1 - April 20, 2023
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Students meeting DPI residency and income guidelines may apply for Milwaukee or Wisconsin Parental Choice Program by submitting an online application through the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction website. A completed application must be submitted by the deadline. All supporting documents must be provided to Pius XI Catholic High School by the deadline to complete the process. For information on Acceptable Residency Documentation click here, and Income Limits click here. 

​Questions?  Contact Ms. Grace Hein at piusxichoiceprogram@piusxi.org or 414-290-8135

Parental Choice Enrollment Process
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​Step 1: Complete Online Parental Choice Application

• Complete the online application.  Application link here https://sms.dpi.wi.gov/ChoiceParent/
• ​A valid email address is required to complete the online application.
• Program information is located at  Wisconsin Department of Instruction (DPI) Website

Step 2: Required Supporting Documents

• Proof of Residency documentation is required to complete verification of all online parental choice applications.  Residency documents must be submitted during the enrollment period to Pius XI.  Document submission options are outlined below.  Parent name and address on the residency document must match your student’s choice on-line application.  Attached is the Department of Instruction Residency Bulletin regarding accepted residency documentation and dates. Pius XI office staff will not be able to make copies of documents.
• Proof of Income documentation is required if your student is “new” to the choice program.  If you selected the “DPI Method” option to verify income eligibility you will need to provide a copy of the income support along with your residency documentation to complete the choice application process.  Document submission options are outlined below. 

Step 3: Submitting Supporting Residency and Income Documents to Pius XI

Milwaukee Parental Choice Program

​November 2022 Enrollment Period

• November 1 through November 15, 2022 – MPCP Families have the option to email PDF documents to: piusxichoiceprogram@piusxi.org OR drop documents in Lock Box located at the school entrance, or send documents to school with their current Pius XI student.  Pius XI will send confirmation email to families submitting documents by November 16 that their application has been verified or additional documents are required. 
• November 16 through November 21, 2022 – MPCP Families have the option to Email PDF document to piusxichoiceprogram@piusxi.org, drop documents in Lock Box located at the school entrance, or send documents to school with their current Pius XI student.  After November 16, Pius XI will process documents in the order received.  

February 2023 Enrollment Period

• February 1 through February 15, 2023 – MPCP Families have the option to email PDF documents to: piusxichoiceprogram@piusxi.org OR drop documents in Lock Box located at the school entrance, or send documents to school with their current Pius XI student.  Pius XI will send confirmation email to families submitting documents by February 16 that their application has been verified or additional documents are required.
• February 16 through February 20, 2023 – MPCP Families have the option to Email PDF document to piusxichoiceprogram@piusxi.org, drop documents in Lock Box located at the school entrance, or send documents to school with their current Pius XI student.  After February 16 Pius XI will process documents in the order received.  After February 16 Pius XI will not be able to send confirmation emails to families that your application has been verified or that document corrections are required. 

Wisconsin Parental Choice Program

• Wisconsin Parental Choice Program (WPCP)
  1. February 1 through April 20, 2023 – WPCP Families have the option to Email PDF document to piusxichoiceprogram@piusxi.org, drop documents in Lock Box located at the school entrance, or send documents to school with their current Pius XI student.

IMPORTANT: The online application, residency documentation and income documentation all must be submitted within the enrollment period per the submission timeline indicated above for your application to be considered.  Late applications or late supporting documentation cannot be accepted per Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI) guidelines.  Pius XI requires each family whose student receives a choice seat to provide a birth certificate to verify student name and each family must complete an Income Tuition Determination Form to conclude if the family will have any tuition responsibility.

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