Get Ready for Secondary School

Immunization Information

Our perspective at YWAM Salem is to highlight the importance of vaccinations in the context of worldwide travel as a missionary to locations where there is a higher chance to contract preventable diseases and to mitigate harm that may come to an individual or community. Oregon law requires proof of immunization be provided or a non-medical or medical exemption be signed prior to attendance at a college or university. This information is being collected on behalf of the Oregon Health Authority, Immunization Program and may be released to the Authority or the local Public Health Department by the institution upon request of the Authority.

If you have not received your MMR or Measles vaccination, you may have to forgo your first choice of outreach location and be sent to the nation of lowest risk to catching Measles. If you choose not to receive vaccinations, YWAM Salem will ask that you sign a vaccination waiver form. You may want to consult your medical professional about completing, or updating, the following vaccinations: MMR, Hepatitis A and B, Diphtheria, Tetanus, and Polio. Please note some other vaccines could be required for specific outreach destinations. You may find it more cost effective to receive these immunizations in your own city or country before you arrive.

School Fees for 12-week Lecture Phase: $3495

{For SBS which is a 36-Week Lecture phase the fees are $3,100 per quarter. Coming to a total of $9,300 at the end of the school.}

We require a *refundable $500 deposit to reserve your spot in the school and confirm your arrival which will be due at least 30 days before your school start date. For example, if your school starts on March 28, we would expect your deposit to be paid before arrival but after February 28. Your total school fees are recommended to be paid upon arrival. We want you to be able to focus on being a student, not fundraising for your school fees! However, if for some reason you cannot pay your school fees upon arrival, you can set up a payment schedule with your School Leader.

If you are an international, we understand it may be difficult to pay online, therefore you are exempt from the deposit. However, your fees are still to be paid on the first day of the course.

If your school includes an option outreach, please connect with the School Leader for pricing.

Minimum guidelines for payment schedule:

Week 5 – 50% of school paid off
Week 10 – School paid off

How do I make a payment?

As soon as you are accepted to DTS you should begin fundraising for your DTS tuition. You can pay your deposit (and remaining tuition) online or by check. Follow the instructions below.

Pay Online

Visit our giving/payment page,https://www.ywamsalem.org/student-payments
Enter amount you would like to give/pay
“Designated for” – select “Student Tuition”
You will then be prompted to enter the name of the student (or your name)
Enter in your payment information and you will be emailed a receipt!

Pay by Check

Please make check payable to Youth With a Mission or YWAM and put the name of the student (your name) in the memo line.

Send checks to:

Youth With a Mission Salem
Attn: Accounting
7085 Battle Creek Rd. SE
Salem, OR 97317

Information for Internationals

If you are an international, we understand it may be difficult to pay online, therefore you are exempt from the deposit. However, we will need to receive a verbal confirmation of your payment before you arrive and the deposit will be due upon your arrival.

Why tuition payments are not tax deductible

Unfortunately due to IRS guidelines, funds given towards a student payment are not tax deductible. Youth With a Mission Salem is registered with the IRS as a 501(C)(3) non-profit corporation and all donations towards staff members are tax deductible. However, when giving towards a student in one of our University of the Nations registered courses (such as the Discipleship Training School), your payment will not be eligible for a tax deduction. This is because when you give toward one of our students training, legally it is viewed as a payment towards tuition. Per IRS guidelines and according to Oregon state law, tax deductions are not available for tuition payments.

Payment Policy

These guidelines are non-negotiable. These costs are minimum requirements and without them YWAM Salem cannot pay the costs (food and boarding) to have each student on campus. Please speak to your school staff if you are unable to meet these requirements. If you are unable to keep up with the payment schedule, we will have to dismiss you from the program. Please note you will need additional funds for personal transportation costs, laundry, insurance, medical expenses (i.e. vaccinations), toiletries, etc.

Refund Policy

If for any reason it becomes necessary for a student to cancel, resign, and/or be asked to withdraw after the start of the school, the following refund schedule will take effect.

For notice of withdrawal received within 30 days of Arrival Day without student attendance, a full refund will be given. A student must request a refund within 30 days of a school’s Arrival Day or forfeit their refund.

Upon arrival the following refund schedule will take effect based on the $3495 lecture phase cost. *Note: the $500 deposit is included in this cost.

Refund Schedule

Week 1 90% (Student pays $350)

Week 2 75% (Student pays $875)

Week 3 40% (Student pays $2,100)

Week 4 30% (Student pays $2,450)

Week 5 25% (Student pays $2,660)

Week 6 20% (Student pays $2795)

Week 7 15% (Student pays $2970)

Week 8 10% (Student pays $3145)

Example: A student withdraws at the middle of week 5, therefore they are still responsible for paying a total of $2,660. Any amount which was given beyond the $2,660 will be refunded.

Any money due prior to cancellation will still be required. For example: if the student cancels during week 1 and still has not paid any tuition, the student still owes 10% of the total tuition, during week 2, 25% and so on.

Due to costs the school incurs for each student there will be no refund after week 8. These amounts go towards your room and food costs for the time you spent on this campus

Tuition payments refunds (if applicable) are issued to the student only. Students are responsible for communication with sponsors.

YWAM was founded in 1960 and quickly grew to be the largest missions movement in the world in part because of our decentralized nature and relationship based fundraising. YWAM has trained millions of missionaries and currently has over 20,000 full time staff operating in over 1,000 different locations in 180 nations. Each one of those missionaries has embarked on the journey of raising their own funds for their training and ministry. Not one YWAMer, even our founder Loren Cunningham, receives a paycheck. Raising our own funds has enabled YWAM to grow exponentially and removed barriers from sharing the gospel. However, fundraising can be difficult! We want to help! Here are some resources for you.

Fundraising Guide

This document covers the why and the how of fundraising so you can open the door to God’s calling on your life.

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Printable Giving Instructions

Are you sending out fundraising letters or meeting with people in person? Download and print these Giving Instructions to give to all your potential sponsors.

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Plane

If you are arriving by plane, you must fly into PDX (Portland International Airport) our staff will pick you up at baggage claim, at the times listed below:

The YWAM Salem Shuttle times on Arrival Day (the day before the start date):

9-11 AM
1 PM-3 PM
5 PM-7 PM

If you arrive outside our shuttle times, we recommend taking the Oregon Express Shuttle from the Portland Airport to the Salem Airport. We can pick you up there!

Train/Bus

If you are arriving by train or bus, you must come into the Salem, Oregon Terminal. Our staff will be there to pick you up.

Car

If you are driving in, submit your specific arrival information below so we can know when to expect you.

What should I pack for lecture phase?

You’re in for a treat. Western Oregon is beautiful! Salem, the capital city, is found in the Willamette Valley between the Cascade Mountain Range and the Oregon coast. The YWAM Salem campus is set on 35 acres of partially wooded land and bisected by a quiet stream, and conveniently situated right off the interstate 5 freeway. We are located 15 minutes south of downtown Salem in a rural area of rolling hills, fir trees, and green pastures. Salem is a medium sized city with a safe, smaller town feel. We are only 4 miles from the nearest store and about an hour from Portland and the Oregon Coast!

The temperature stays moderate year round, but with definite seasons. September and October are often warm (from 55-70F), but November through February can be cold (from 20-50F). The springtime months of March through May are sunny and cool (from 55 to upper 60’s F). Summer begins gradually but June through August is pleasantly hot and dry (70-80F, highs reach the 90-100F). Most of the year, rain is a common part of our day; we have frequent rain showers that keep the Pacific Northwest lush and green.

Here’s our recommended packing list:

Work clothes – old jeans, t-shirts, etc. (at least one outfit for outdoor work projects)
Nicer set of clothing for church and other events
Casual clothing – for class time and other events
Modest pajamas (You will have roommates!)
Rain attire – jacket/coat, umbrella, rain boots/waterproof shoes (October-June it rains frequently)
Bedding – sheets (twin for singles/queen for couples), pillow, blanket or comforter
Towel and washcloth
Personal toiletries/Medicines (shampoo, conditioner, prescribed medicine, allergy, Tylenol, etc.)
Headlamp
Cameras, laptops, reading devices (Kindle, iPad, etc.)
Anything you use for personal hobbies (paints, sports equipment, musical instrument, etc.)
Bible, books, journals, writing utensils
Spending Money: There may be some additional costs after you arrive on campus. Some examples include: quarters to pay for laundry, and money to purchase personal toiletries/necessities, outreach gear, snacks, and entertainment.

What should I pack for the international outreach phase?

These items are for you to consider for outreach. You do not have to arrive with these items.You will learn more about what to bring once you get here and find out where you are going on outreach but this will get you started.

Large pack (50-65 L) either a duffel or a hiking backpack (for some locations a suitcase is suitable)
Day pack (20-40 L)
Travel pillow
Quick Dry Travel towel
Sleeping sack/bag (depending on climate of outreach location)
Different outreach locations require different attire but, regardless, it’s always modest

Can I get mail sent to me?

Your family and friends are welcome to send you mail and packages during your time here at the address below. Please have them write the acronymn of your school (i.e. FCM, CBCC, SOMD) next to your name. Our mailing address is:

Your Name – (School Name)

7085 Battlecreek Rd.

S.E. Salem, OR 97317

When does the program end? Is there a graduation?

Secondary schools typically do a small graduation amongst students and school staff. Visit the school webpage to confirm the final date of your school. Our schools typically conclude on a Thursday or a Friday. You will typically be checked out of the dorms the evening of your last day, therefore you should plan on departing after that. You are responsible to arrange your travel home from YWAM Salem. Please contact us if you have a question about the departure date.

Can I bring my car?

Yes! We encourage students to bring cars because we are not in walking distance of any major stores. We also want you to explore Oregon on the weekends! We also have long term parking available so your car can be stored safely while on outreach.

Can I have visitors?

Yes! Your schedule will be very busy during the weeks, but most weekends there are no planned activities. We have a limited amount of hospitality rooms available for $10 a night per person. Those are great for your friends and family to come stay with us! You can book online by visiting YWAM Salem’s website link to “Hospitality”. It is a good idea to book far in advance, as these rooms fill up quickly. There are also plenty of hotels nearby that are a good option as well.

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