Sheboygan North and South High School
A new kind of
college prep
High school meets higher education.
The Rising Phoenix Early College High School Program is a transformative partnership between Sheboygan North and South High School and UW-Green Bay—redefining what’s possible for high school students. Through dual enrollment, personalized student success coaching and a rigorous academic pathway, students can earn both a high school diploma and an Associate of Arts and Sciences degree—all by the end of their senior year.
Receive Support
Your Success Coach and school counselor provide support for academics, well-being, planning and post-graduation goals.
Learning & Life
Flexible schedules are tailored to each student, supporting extracurriculars while taking courses.
Grow together
Students grow together, academically and personally, through shared classes and a UWGB First Year Seminar.
Explore What's Possible
If you are interested in learning more about the program to determine if it's a fit, we offer a number of ways to get a preview.
In-Person Information Sessions
Students, parents, guardians and school staff will be invited to attend in-person information sessions.
| Location | Room | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sheboygan North High School | North High Commons | Thursday, February 12th | Raider time, 9:45-10:15 |
| Sheboygan North High School | North High Commons | Thursday, February 26th | Raider time, 9:45-10:15 |
| Sheboygan South High School | Room 106 | Thursday, February 26th | Redwing time; 11:15-11:45 |
Recorded Information Session
Students, parents, guardians and school staff will also have the option of watching a recorded session, available soon.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
We share the answers to the most common questions on our FAQs page. If you need to share this information in Spanish or Hmong, please email our Student Success Coaches Nalani Reyes or Hleeda Vang.
Who is Eligible
Students apply to Rising Phoenix during their sophomore year and, if admitted, enroll during their junior and senior years. UW–Green Bay uses a holistic admissions process, considering academic readiness, maturity, motivation, and a student’s potential to succeed in college. Rising Phoenix is designed to support students who have been traditionally underrepresented in higher education.
Eligibility Requirements
Students must meet the following requirements to apply:
- Currently enrolled in 10th grade at Sheboygan North or South High School
- A 3.0 cumulative GPA or higher is encouraged
- Students with a 2.75–2.99 GPA will still be considered
- Applicants with a GPA below 3.0 should address their academic performance in the essay and through teacher and/or counselor recommendations
- Demonstrated college readiness, evidenced by: Student essay, high school transcript, strong school attendance record, and two teacher recommendation forms.
- Priority consideration will be given to students who are underrepresented in higher education. This may include, but is not limited to, students who:
- Are eligible for free or reduced-price school meals
- Are first-generation college students (neither parent/guardian has earned a four-year degree)
- Meet other criteria associated with underrepresentation in higher education
How to Apply
The Class of 2028 Application is now OPEN!
Priority Application Deadline is Monday, March 16, 2026 at 11:59 PM
There are two steps required by students for each Rising Phoenix application. These can be accomplished in any order. Once either of these steps is completed, we will start an application file for you and will be in touch with updates.
Complete Student Application with Essay
Your online application will require an essay, along with signatures from both the student and a parent or guardian. To prepare for the essay, we provide a list of essay questions.
Request Two Teacher Recommendations
At least one of the recommendations need to be from a core subject area teacher, such as English, math, science or social studies. Please share the recommendation link below with the teachers that you have asked to serve as a reference for you. Their completed responses will be sent directly to our review team.
Transcript & Attendance Records
No student action needed. Our team will request these records directly from your school after we have received your signed application.
college credit at no cost
A path for students & families to get ahead without the financial burden.
A select group of admitted students who are traditionally underrepresented in higher education will have all program-related costs fully covered through funding secured by UW–Green Bay. The Associate of Arts and Sciences degree requires 60 credits.
Have Questions?
Contact Aubrey Schramm, Executive Director of Early College Programs at schramma@uwgb.edu