Eligibility
Children must be at least 6 weeks old and priority is given as follows:
- UWSP Student
- UWSP Faculty
- UWSP Staff member
- UW Alumni
- Community
*HRG-UCLCC is open to the general public
*UWSP students, faculty, staff and alumni have priority for each consecutive semester regardless of university affiliation once accepted into the program
Age Of Children Accepted
- Children must be 6 weeks up to 13 years old.
*Our summer program offers childcare services for children 6 weeks through 12 years old
Registration
To secure enrollment, the Registration Form must be filled out (see the forms tab), and the non-refundable Registration Fee must be paid.
To secure enrollment for the Infant/Toddler program, the Infant/Toddler Registration Form must be filled out, and the non-refundable Registration Fee must be paid.
You must also fill out the Parent Schedule if you are a UWSP Student Parent. All other important forms can be picked up at the HRG-UCLCC.
In order to be eligible for the student rate, one parent must be enrolled for six or more credits.
To register, print out a Registration Form, fill it out, and email to childcare@uwsp.edu or mail it in to our program at 910 Fremont St., 11 Delzell Hall Stevens Point, WI 54481.
Required Registration Forms
The forms these links lead to are required for your child’s file. To open most of the forms you will need the program: Adobe Acrobat Reader 6.0. If a message box for a user name and password comes up, simply click “cancel.” You do not need to enter anything to see the forms.
All forms with an (**) after them are REQUIRED in addition to the appropriate registration form.
Rate & Fee Information – Effective June 8, 2026
Registration/Activity Fees:These non-refundable fees secure your child’s enrollment within the center. Registration fees are per family (exception of school age), activity fees are per child.
| Initial Family | $100 |
| All Continuing Families | $25 per semester & any portion of summer |
| UWSP Student Parent (4k only) | No fees charged |
| Summer Bunny & Playhouse | $50 activity fee |
| Summer School Age Program | $25 registration/$100 activity fee |
Children UNDER age 2/Starlight Classroom:
| Infant/Toddler – Full Time Program Only (weekly rate) | |
|---|---|
| UWSP Student Rate | $305 |
| Non-Student Rate | $370 |
* Summer ONLY (children under 2/Starlight classroom):
| Two Full Days | Three Full Days | Full Week | |
|---|---|---|---|
| UWSP Student Rate | $230 | $260 | $305 |
| Non-Student Rate | N/A | N/A | $370 |
*These rates will also be used for any drop-in care that we are able to accommodate
Children 2-3 years old/Bunny Classroom:
| Half Day – AM 7:30 – 12:30 | Half Day – PM 12:30-5:30 | Full Day 7:30-5:30 | Full Week 7:30-5:30 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UWSP Student Rate | $70 | $70 | $75 | $285 |
| Non-Student Rate | $75 | $75 | $80 | $340 |
Children 3-4 years old/Playhouse Classroom:
| Half Day – AM 7:30 – 12:30 | Half Day – PM 12:30-5:30 | Full Day 7:30-5:30 | Full Week 7:30-5:30 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UWSP Student Rate | $65 | $65 | $70 | $270 |
| Non-Student Rate | $70 | $70 | $75 | $315 |
Children 4 & OLDER (School Age drop-in days):
| Hourly | Half Day – AM 7:30 – 12:30 | Half Day – PM 12:30-5:30 | Full Day 7:30-5:30 | Full Week 7:30-5:30 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UWSP Student Rate | $20* | $60 | $60 | $65 | $255 |
| Non-Student Rate | N/A | $65 | $65 | $70 | $300 |
School Age (Summer ONLY, children entering kindergarten – 12 years old):
| Half Day – AM 7:30 – 12:30 | Half Day – PM 12:30-5:30 | Full Day 7:30-5:30 | Full Week 7:30-5:30 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UWSP Student Rate | $60 | $60 | $65 | $215 |
| Non-Student Rate | $65 | $65 | $70 | $250 |
Minimum Care: HRG-UCLCC allows a minimum enrollment of two (2) half days or two (2) full days per week for non-students. *Special considerations made on a case-by-case basis outside the minimum care requirement, please speak with administration regarding this.
UWSP Student-Parent ONLY Pick up Window: Students have a 15 minute “grace” window after their scheduled pick-up time to get to the center. This does not apply after the 5:30 closing time of the center. Be sure to schedule an appropriate time for drop off and transitioning into the center with and for your child. If you have questions about how to make the morning transitions go smoothly for both you and your child, our staff has lots of experience and we’re happy to help.
Pre-4K Program: The Pre-4K program operates Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday afternoons weekly from 12:30-3:30pm. Children must be 4 years old to participate in this program and be potty trained. The cost is $100.00/week. The Pre-4K program runs from Labor Day to Memorial Day. More information on the program can be found under the “Programs” tab and the “Preschool” tab. The program is based on space availability in coordination with our 4K wrap.
4K Program, Wrap Around Care & Education:
The 4-K Program operates Monday through Thursday for an AM Session timeframe determined by the School District of 3 hours and 10 minutes (8:35am-11:45am for 2026-2027 school year).
Wrap Around Care & Education: This is care and education either occurring before and/or after 4k or Fridays that is contracted for outside 4K times. At minimum, HRG-UCLCC allows enrollment of two (2) half days or two (2) full days sessions per week for non-student parents. Children who stay for wrap around care and education benefit from an enhanced sense of predictability with fewer transitions, excellent educational enhancement, and more in-depth learning. All care before and after the immediate start and end time of 4K is considered wrap around hours and used in determining a half or full day rate. We are happy to talk with you further about these options.
*Hourly Rate is available around 4K program for UWSP Student Parents, daily rate:
We provide an additional hour of care before and/or directly after 4K on a contracted basis.
Per hour: $20 rate
Scholarships
UWSP Student-Parent Child Care Scholarship
Purpose:
The UWSP Student Child Care Scholarship was established in collaboration with Student Government Association to assist parents enrolled in post-secondary education obtain safe, dependable care that supports their children’s development while allowing completion of the parent’s academic programs. For the 2026-27 school year, $15,000 is to be awarded as determined by the scholarship committee.
The following criteria will be used by a Scholarship Committee made up of members to select those to receive a scholarship.
Application Process:
The Child Care Scholarship deadline for submission of the application is September 15th annually.
Eligibility:
- Be a UWSP student with a child or legal dependent age 12 and under in need of child care.
- Maintain satisfactory academic progress.
- Not be in default on any federal loans or owing a refund on federal funds previously disbursed.
- Be enrolled in the U.S. Department of Agriculture Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP).
- The family must complete the scholarship application and must submit a copy of their previous year’s tax return. The application will require voluntary provision of information about whether the family includes a single parent in school or both parents in school, the work status of the parent(s), a statement of goals, and a statement of specific circumstances and specific needs.
- Family must submit a denial letter or have an authorization for state Child Care Assistance with application.
Upon departure from HRG-UCLCC:
- The awardee completes a letter to the UWSP Student Government Association as a testimonial to how receiving this scholarship affected their time here at UWSP and the ability to work towards their degree completion.
Susanne “Susie” B. Sprouse Memorial Scholarship
Purpose:
The Susie Sprouse Memorial Scholarship was established to serve a UWSP student-parent with a child who attends the UCLCC, with a scholarship of $5,000 towards their student tuition at UWSP for the full academic year.
The following criteria will be used by a Scholarship Committee made up of members to select those to receive a scholarship
Application Process:
The Susie Sprouse Memorial Scholarship deadline for submission of the application is September 15th annually.
Eligibility:
- Be a current UWSP student.
- Preference if child currently attends the HRG-UCLCC.
- Preference given to Early Childhood Education or Elementary Education majors with a 3.00 cumm. GPA or higher (other majors may be considered).
- Must include UWSP Academic History Report showing student status, major, and cumulative GPA.
Upon departure from HRG-UCLCC:
- Submit a letter at the end of the school year to the HRG-UCLCC, to be forwarded to The Sprouse Family. Letters must include the following:
- How the scholarship helped awardee achieve their educational goals
- The positive impact that quality early childhood education/care impacts the community, and the country as a whole
- Something about Susanne Sprouse
UCLCC Early Care & Education Scholarships for Single Mothers
(NO GRANT FUNDING RECEIVED FOR THE 2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR)
Purpose:
The UCLCC Early Care & Education Scholarship was established by funds granted by the Women’s Fund of Portage County to assist single mothers in offsetting the cost associated with high quality early care and education for their child(ren) in a 5-star, nationally accredited program. NO scholarships will be awarded for the 2024-2025 academic school year.
The following criteria will be used by a Scholarship Committee made up of members to select those to receive a scholarship.
Application Process:
The Early Care & Education Scholarship deadline for submission of the application is September 15th annually.
Eligibility:
- Be a single mother with a child or legal dependent age 12 or under in need of child care at the UCLCC.
- Single mothers need NOT be a student of UWSP to apply.
- Not be in default on any federal loans or owing a refund on federal funds previously disbursed.
- The family must complete the scholarship application and must submit a copy of their previous year’s tax return.
- The application will require voluntary provision of information about whether the family includes a single parent in school or both parents in school, the work status of the parent(s), and a statement of specific circumstances and specific needs.
- Family must submit a denial letter or have an authorization for state Child Care Assistance with application (if eligible).
Upon departure from HRG-UCLCC:
- The awardee completes a letter to the Women’s Fund of Portage County as a testimonial to how receiving this scholarship impacted the ability to afford high quality early care and education.