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Accounting
Accounting
Q: Accounting Hours
Q: Accounting Hours
A: Monday - Thursday 10:00 - 12:00 & 1:00 - 3:00, Friday 10:00 - 12:00
Q: What method of payment can I use to pay my tuition?
Q: What method of payment can I use to pay my tuition?
A: Cash, Check or Credit Card (processing charge for credit cards, speak with accounting for details)
Q: When is my full tuition due?
Q: When is my full tuition due?
A: Accounting does not have this information because the due date depends on which school you are enrolled in. Talk with your school leader for this information.
Q: Can I get a receipt for my payment?
Q: Can I get a receipt for my payment?
A: Yes - a receipt can be issued for proof of payment, this is not a tax deductible receipt.
Q: There was an overpayment for my school tuition, can I get that money back?
Q: There was an overpayment for my school tuition, can I get that money back?
A: Short answer is Yes - Talk with Accounting for details.
Q: Can I pay on someone else's account?
Q: Can I pay on someone else's account?
A: Yes!
Q: I have a question that is not listed here. What should I do?
A: Send an email to it@ywammontana.org, and we'll be sure to include that in our next update.
About the Base
About the Base
Q: How big is the base?
Q: How big is the base?
A: Boundaries? Blacktail road to the creek & end of the houses to the fence on the other side of the base. The Gillman Center and Gillman Trail including the ponds area to the south are also part of YWAM Montana.
Q: Can I do laundry on base, or do I have to go somewhere else?
Q: Can I do laundry on base, or do I have to go somewhere else?
A: We have washers and dryers located in our student center. It's hard to miss them. They make a lot of noise, and there are usually people in there doing laundry. It is 75 cents per load for the washer and 50 cents per load for the dryer. There is a change machine in the laundry room.
Q: Is internet free on base?
Q: Is internet free on base?
A: The fees are included in your school fees. So, in a way, yes. You do not have to pay per use. However, you may not opt out of the internet fee portion of the tuition even if you decide not to use the internet on base. The bandwidth is limited on base, so while you are free to download whatever you wish as long as it is not illegal or wrong, please do not schedule something like a 250 GB data recovery from your online backup all at once. Also, some websites and services are blocked for a reason, so please do not try to get around it.
Q: What can we do on base?
Q: What can we do on base?
A: Not really sure what you are asking... but we have Student Center which contains library/prayer room, laundromat, small gym, weight room, coffee bar, and a small hangout area that has stuff like pool table and ping pong table. You can also roll down the hill or throw rocks in the creek. You can also have a nice conversation with anyone on the base. You can also go up and down the base and see the same scenery over and over again. Up to you.
Q: I have a question that is not listed here. What should I do?
A: Send an email to it@ywammontana.org, and we'll be sure to include that in our next update.
About the Area
About the Area
Q: What can we do off base?
Q: What can we do off base?
A: There is a lake about 1.5 mi or 2.4 km from the base. Lakeside itself is a small town, but in the same area where the lake is located, there is a grocery store, few small restaurants/diners, banks, and a post office.
Q: I Google Map'd and saw that there is no fast food place in Lakeside. Is this true?
Q: I Google Map'd and saw that there is no fast food place in Lakeside. Is this true?
A: Yes, this is true. There is a town up north (Kalispell) about 15 mi or 24 km that can meet most of your fast food needs. There are few restaurant and other food places that you may visit to meet your food needs. Furthermore, there is a grocery store about 1 mi or 1.6 km away that you can buy some snacks from.
Q: How about the climate?
Q: How about the climate?
A: Cold in winter and warm during summer.
During summer, expect on average of about 81 F (27 C) high and about 48 F (9 C) low. It can rarely will hit 99 F (37 C) high and 32 F (0 C) low at times during summer.
During winter, expect on average of about 26 F (-3 C) high and 15 F (-9 C) low. It can rarely hit 54 F (12 C) high and -40 F (-40 C) low at times during winter.
Be sure to bring your clothes appropriately.
Q: I have a question that is not listed here. What should I do?
A: Send an email to it@ywammontana.org, and we'll be sure to include that in our next update.
Front Desk
Front Desk
Q: Can others mail packages to us while we are doing school?
Q: Can others mail packages to us while we are doing school?
A: Yes, more information on this will be given to you after you arrive on base.
Q: Where can we pick up our packages and mail?
Q: Where can we pick up our packages and mail?
A: All packages are mail are handled by our receptionist.
Q: I lost my mailbox key...
Q: I lost my mailbox key...
A: Come talk to our receptionist.
Q: Mail and packages while we are on outreach?
Q: Mail and packages while we are on outreach?
A: Don't worry. They will be kept safely in our office until you return. And yes, your friends and family may still send packages and mail while you are on outreach.
Q: What are the office hours?
Q: What are the office hours?
A: The office is generally open by 8:30 AM (Monday and Tuesday at 9:30 AM) until 12:30 PM from Monday to Friday. It will then be open again from 1:30 PM to 5 PM from Monday to Friday. Office is not open on Saturdays, Sundays, and almost all holidays.
Q: I have a question that is not listed here. What should I do?
A: Send an email to it@ywammontana.org, and we'll be sure to include that in our next update.
Hospitality
Hospitality
Q: My parents/friends are coming to visit me. Can they stay on base?
A:: Fill out a hospitality room request.
Q: How much does it cost to stay here as guests?
A: Contact our current hospitality department leader. Ask your staff for our current hospitality department leader.
Q: I have a question that is not listed here. What should I do?
A: Send an email to it@ywammontana.org, and we'll be sure to include that in our next update.
IT
IT
Q: If the internet is not working what can I do?
Q: If the internet is not working what can I do?
A: Notify your school staff & they will contact IT or find a working computer and fill out and submit an IT service request.
Q: What is the wireless password?
Q: What is the wireless password?
A: Please ask your school staff to get this password.
Q: I am having issues with my computer, will IT look at it for me?
Q: I am having issues with my computer, will IT look at it for me?
A: IT will help you with the problem. Please fill out and submit an IT service request to schedule appointment.
Q: I am an SBS student and my computer has crashed which is very bad for me, do you have any loner computers I can use while mine is getting repaired
Q: I am an SBS student and my computer has crashed which is very bad for me, do you have any loner computers I can use while mine is getting repaired
A: Please check with the SBS school leader first. If they have none available, please fill out and submit an IT service request.
Q: What if I am a non-SBS student, but I REALLY need a computer?
A:: REALLY Fill out an IT service request, and we'll see what we can do for you.
Q: I need to send/receive a fax, where can I accomplish this?
A: Please talk to one of your staff to have this arranged.
Q: I have a question that is not listed here. What should I do?
A: Send an email to it@ywammontana.org, and we'll be sure to include that in our next update.
Personnel
Personnel
Q: I am interested in coming on staff, how can I get a staff application?
Q: I am interested in coming on staff, how can I get a staff application?
A: You can either fill out an staff opportunities form, email personnel@wammontana.org, or visit the Personnel office during office hours and get a copy
Q: How do I know what staff positions are available?
Q: How do I know what staff positions are available?
A: The best way to find out the areas of need are to talk to Personnel!
Q: What is the process for coming on staff?
Q: What is the process for coming on staff?
A: You must get (and fill out) an application (with references, and application fee). Following your acceptance, each staff person is responsible for raising his/her own support ($700 per single or $1,00 per couple minimum - but every department has its own minimum)
Q: How much money do I "really" need to come on staff?
Q: How much money do I "really" need to come on staff?
A: We REQUIRE that all staff come with $700 (singles), & $1,000 (couple, adding $150 per child) monthly. It is required that you have this money pledged to you BEFORE you arrive for intake. *NOTE: this is not just staff fees, although your fees come out of this amount
Q: When I come on staff can I have on base housing?
Q: When I come on staff can I have on base housing?
A: If housing is available then housing/personnel will coordinate housing for you. Singles are housed in the Livingstone Dorm, marrieds are housed in the bayshore and families (with at least 1 child) are eligible for a house.
Q: Are there resources available to help me in raising monthly support?
Q: Are there resources available to help me in raising monthly support?
A: Please contact our Personnel Department for more information regarding this issue.
Q: Do I get to choose my roommate (single's only)?
Q: Do I get to choose my roommate (single's only)?
A: Depends on how full housing is when you apply. Roommates had swapped in past, but that will need to be cleared through housing first.
Q: How much personal time do staff get off each year?
Q: How much personal time do staff get off each year?
A: 15 work days (3 weeks) per year plus regular holidays and Spring Break
Q: Do weekends and holidays count as work days?
Q: Do weekends and holidays count as work days?
A: No
Q: When can I come on staff?
A: We have 5 intakes per year (January, March, June, August, September), where new staff can come for their week of orientation. Families can arrive a week or 2 before their intake week to get settled.
Q: When are the Staff Intake dates? What is staff intake?
Q: When are the Staff Intake dates? What is staff intake?
A: January, April, June, August & September - Staff intake is when we devote an entire week to helping our new staff acclimate to the base. Some thing we cover are: support raising, target nations, staff development, YWAM Mt. history among others.
Q: Does my whole application need to be completed before being accepted?
Q: Does my whole application need to be completed before being accepted?
A: Absolutely
Q: How long will my application process take?
Q: How long will my application process take?
A: It really depends a lot on the applicant (and their references). Once we get everything in (3 references, complete application, any department questions, application fee) we bring it to the department leader and have them look it over - if they are okay with it, we again bring in a director, personnel and other leaders to pray over it. At this point, if accepted, personnel will get back with you. All this usually takes anywhere from 1-3 weeks, depending on whether or not the needed leaders are on base at the time.
Q: What is the best way to get a hold of someone in Personnel?
Q: What is the best way to get a hold of someone in Personnel?
A: The best way would be to send an email (personnel@ywammontna.org) to set up an appointment (if necessary).
Q: If i am not a US citizen how do i get a visa to come on staff?
Q: If i am not a US citizen how do i get a visa to come on staff?
A: You can email our visa dept. at visas@ywammontana.org and they can help you with your visa questions.
Q: Do you require a minimal commitment to come on staff?
Q: Do you require a minimal commitment to come on staff?
A: We do ask that to be full time staff, you commit to minimum of 2 years to the base. During that 2 years, there will be times where you will be asked to serve outside of your primary area.
Q: Can I just come and staff for 1 school?
Q: Can I just come and staff for 1 school?
A: That depends on the leader of whatever school you are hoping to staff. We call people such as this as "Project staff", as they are here short term and for a specific school. They cannot process support through our accounting office.
Q: Does that mean that Project Staff must raise $700 (singles) $1,000 (couple, adding $150 per child) as well?
Q: Does that mean that Project Staff must raise $700 (singles) $1,000 (couple, adding $150 per child) as well?
A: Yes
Q: How much do the mission builders pay?
Q: How much do the mission builders pay?
A: Mission builders do not pay for rent, food, internet, utilities, and membership fees. They do still have to pay for transportation (airfare or gas price), laundry, and extra food.
Q: Commitment for mission builders?
Q: Commitment for mission builders?
A: As a mission builder, you can serve up to 3 months at a time per calendar year (January 1 to December 31). It is encouraged that you stay for at least one month.
Q: I have a question that is not listed here. What should I do?
A: Send an email to it@ywammontana.org, and we'll be sure to include that in our next update.
Registrar
Registrar
Q: What do my fees cover?
Q: What do my fees cover?
A: Lecture Phase: Tuition, food, housing, course materials (not covered: laundry, your travel to and from Montana, snacks and coffee addictions!) Outreach: Flights, ground fees, food, housing, insurance (not covered: passports, visas, immunizations, extra snacking needs, gifts for your family or significant others)
Q: Do schools have pre-requisites in addition to DTS?
Q: Do schools have pre-requisites in addition to DTS?
A: Yes, some schools will also require the completion of a previous course taken after DTS. For example, the completion of SBS is required before Titus Project, the New Testament Greek course and the Direct Reading course.
Q: Is Ywam Montana accredited?
Q: Is Ywam Montana accredited?
A: University of the nations is not accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the united states secretary of education. - University of the Nations (U of N) is a degree granting institution (Associate, Bachelor and Masters). YWAM schools get U of N credits which can be applied to any U of N degree program or transferred to accredited colleges and universities around the country as most of our schools are academically sound and up to the standard of other universities (i.e. Crown college and Northwestern in Minnesota will accept U of N credits as well as Regent College in Canada.)
Q: Do you give scholarships?
Q: Do you give scholarships?
A: Yes, but only to students from non-Western countries with a special emphasis on our Target Nations (India, Nepal, Thailand, Ukraine and Taiwan). Any non-Western international student may apply for a scholarship if their school offers it. but keep in mind that we have limited funds available and many requests. If the same course is offered in your home country you will usually not receive a scholarship. The scholarship application deadline is 4-6 months before the start of your school. Applying for a scholarship does NOT guarantee you will receive one. There is no other financial aid available.
Q: Do you have a letter proving a student is in full-time class for insurance purposes?
Q: Do you have a letter proving a student is in full-time class for insurance purposes?
A: Yes, we can write a proof of enrollment letter for you once the school has began. It is up to the insurance company if they will accept if or not as we are not an officially accredited college.
Q: Do you offer Insurance?
Q: Do you offer Insurance?
A: We do not offer or require insurance for a lecture phase. For outreach it is mandatory for students and some schools have included it in their fees (e.g. DTS, SOW) but if it is not included you should set money aside for this. We go through Talent Trust - we can add to their plan when you are here and the cost will be added to your student bill or you can get insurance through the provider of your choice. (talent trust charges an average of $10 per week that you are on outreach).
Q: I have a question that is not listed here. What should I do?
A: Send an email to it@ywammontana.org, and we'll be sure to include that in our next update.
Visa's / Immigration
Visa's / Immigration
Q: I have question regarding visas
Q: I have question regarding visas
A: Please forward all visa questions to our visas department by emailing visas@ywammontana.org
Q: I have a question that is not listed here. What should I do?
A: Send an email to it@ywammontana.org, and we'll be sure to include that in our next update.
What should I do if I...
Want to know about staff opportunities?
Fill out a staff opportunities request form (or email personnel@ywammontana.org)
Need to pay school fees or want to know about money related issues?
Visit our accounting office during the window hours. Refer to the FAQ section for the hours.
Want to report security issues?
If it is an emergency, call 406-709-1028. If it is not, email security@ywammontana.org
Want to apply for another school?
Contact our registrar office by emailing registrar@ywammontana.org for more information.
Want to know about other schools and programs offered on this base?
Contact our programs administrator by emailing programsadmin@ywammontana.org for more information
Want to know if our base has any rooms available for my guests?
Fill out a hospitality room request form (no email option available)
Have automobile related issues?
Fill out an autoshop request form
Have issues with your room or any other facility related issues?
Fill out a maintenance request form
Have issues or questions that are not listed on this page?
Contact the intranet staff by emailing intranet@ywammontana.org, and we'll see what we can do to help you.
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