All of our Gap Year programs offer optional college credit through the University of Montana (UM) for an additional fee. The classes aren’t your typical lectures—they’re hands-on and grounded in real-world experiences. Registering for college credit may allow you to pay for some or all of your program using your 529 plan.
You can earn up to 6 semester credits on 5 week programs, 9 credits on 6 week programs, and 12 credits on 10+ week programs. To be eligible for credit, you must be 17 or older when the program begins. More course offerings are coming soon!
*Indicates a flat fee that covers any number of courses
Language Course only: $1,750
General Courses: $2,000*
Language & General Courses: $2,250*
Submit your University of Montana Registration Form
Pay your course registration fee via MyDragons
Language Courses: July 15 (Fall) & December 1 (Spring)
General Courses: August 25 (Fall) & January 25th (Spring)
Optional college credit is available on the following programs.
Registering for college credit may allow you to pay for some or all of your program using your 529 funds.
Every 529 plan has different rules. Contact your plan administrator to find out how your plan defines a “qualifying expense” and their requirements for payment.
Some plans may allow funds to be transferred directly to WTBD. However, other plans may require payment to be made to an accredited School of Record. If this is the case for you and you are enrolled in a University of Montana (UM) course, UM and the Gap Year Association can help process your 529 payment. Contact us at info@wheretherebedragons.com as soon as possible to begin this process.
Students will NOT receive a tuition statement tax form (Form 1098-T) from WTBD, a School of Record (the University of Montana), nor the Gap Year Association. For tax purposes, in lieu of a Form 1098-T, students should maintain proof of tuition payment to WTBD and documentation of college course enrollment (if applicable) in the form of a student ID number and/or official transcripts.