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An Introduction to Gallatin College
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About Gallatin College Montana State University
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Gallatin College MSU is Southwest Montana's two-year college,offering associate degrees
and one-year professional certificates. Gallatin College complements the four-year programs
+ at Montana State University and ensures access to workforce development that promotes
a vibrant local economy.Gallatin College collaborates extensively with area industries to
develop new programs and provide responsive training options that meet local workforce
needs.
Gallatin College strongly supports open access,affordability and responsiveness to local
needs. High quality instruction,small class sizes,and out-of-class academic support are
hallmarks of Gallatin College.
Workforce Programs
i Gallatin College's one-and two-year Workforce Programs are designed to meet the needs of
students who want to improve their skills and advance their career opportunities,or who are
Aviation interested in a career change.
Transfer& General Education
Gallatin College's transfer and general education degrees are designed to meet the needs
of students who are undecided about their educational goals,prefer small class sizes,are
e concerned about affordability,need academic support,or desire a more gradual entrance into
the university.
Additional Enhancement
Gallatin College provides engaging learning opportunities to enable students to enhance
academic and life skills,succeed in developmental coursework,excel in subsequent college-
level courses,and become lifelong learners. In addition,dual enrollment,or dual credit,is
designed to provide high school students with the opportunity to earn high school credit and
college credit simultaneously.Dual enrollment is available at select area high schools.
Gallatin College Facts
�•- Enrollment:300 degree seeking; more than 900 total students
Admission: Open Enrollment(no entrance exams required)
Class Schedule:Courses offered days and evenings
Attendance Status:39 percent part-time,61 percent full-time
Student Gender:47 percent female,53 percent male
Transfer Degrees:Associate of Science(AS),Associate of Arts(AA)
� + Associate of Applied Science(AAS):aviation, interior design,design drafting
Certificate of Applied Science(CAS): bookkeeping,health information coding,medical
assistant,residential building performance,welding
Primary Service Area:Gallatin College serves Gallatin and surrounding counties in
southwest Montana,and is open to all students
For more information Student Characteristics
406-994-5536 Adults changing careers Have work and family responsibilities
gallatincollege@montana.edu Approximately half over 24 years old Students needing financial aid
gallatin.montana.edu First-time college students
Program Length(Full-time) Class Location
Aviation Associate of Applied Science 2 years Summit Aviation/Gallatin Field
Design Drafting Associate of Applied Science 2 years Hamilton Hall-MSU Campus
Interior Design Associate of Applied Science 2 years Herrick Hall-MSU Campus
Bookkeeping Certificate of Applied Science 1 year Bozeman High School B Wing
Health Information Coding Certificate of Applied Science 1 year BHS B Wing/Stiff Building
Medical Assistant Certificate of Applied Science 1 year Bozeman High School B Wing
Residential Building Performance Certificate of Applied Science 1 year Weatherization Center
Welding Technology Certificate of Applied Science 1 year Bozeman High Metals Lab
GENERAL EDUCATION/TRANSFER DEGREES Program Length(Full-time) Class Location
Arts General Education Associate of Arts 2 years Hamilton Hall&BHS B Wing
Science General Education Associate of Science 2 years Hamilton Hall&BHS B Wing
Companies that have hired Gallatin College graduates PEI
Morrison-Maierle,Bozeman HC Design and Consulting,Bozeman
Belcan Engineering,Bozeman McPhie Cabinetry,Bozeman
Stillwater Mining Company,Columbus Brandner Design,Bozeman u
Belgrade Urgent Care, Belgrade Skywest Airlines,Salt Lake City,Utah
Livingston Hospital,Livingston Republic Airways,Indianapolis,Ind. R
Bozeman OB/GYN,Bozeman EVA Air,Anchorage,Ak.
Bozeman Pediatrics, Bozeman Summit Aviation,Bozeman
Acorn Pediatrics, Bozeman Delaware North,Bozeman
KR Office Interiors,Helena _ s,n
BookkeepingIResidential Building Perfo6ance Academic Development Center
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Gallatin County Two-Year Education Mill Levy Election Information
Mill Levy Question as stated on the November 5, 2013 ballot
Should the board of county commissioners be authorized to make a levy of one and one Gallatin College purpose
half mills in order to raise$369,856 per year based on the 2014 fiscal year mill rate for Gallatin College offers two-year
the purpose to fund the cost of operations for Gallatin College Montana State University, associate degrees and one-year
Gallatin County's comprehensive two-year college? professional certificates to area
residents.
Why is the request being made?
1. The funding would support the enrollment and program growth plans of the college and
meet the needs of Gallatin County students and local employers. Annual cost of mill levy to
Gallatin County property owners
2. The funding supports the development of the skilled local workforce that is integral to
Examples:
our county's economic development.
$2.08 per$100,000 in assessed
3. The addition of the local funding to the state funding and student tuition that the college property value*
already receives will help keep the cost affordable. $4.15 annually for$200,000 in
4. The proposed mill levy would establish local funding support for two-year education in assessed property value*
Gallatin County and meet the Montana Board of Regents'requirement for an equitable *Assessed property value is generally
local mill levy. less than market price
5. Gallatin is the only Montana County with an established Comprehensive Two-Year
College that doesn't levy at least 1.5 mills for local two-year education.
How will the county funding be used? Current programs:
1. The county funding will be used to create additional workforce related one and two-year Associate of Arts(2year)
Associate of Science(2 year)
programs. Aviation(2 year)
2. Programs that are being planned include:Small Business Management,Advanced Bookkeeping(1 year)
Manufacturing and Machining,IT Support Technician,Culinary Arts and more than 20 other Design Drafting(2year)
programs in healthcare,business,hospitality,technology and manufacturing industries. Health Information Coding(l year)Interior Design(2year)
3. These programs can require a significant investment in machinery and equipment, Medical Assistant(l year)
WeldingTechnology(l year)
software,specialized facilities and program development work.
4. The funding will allow the college to serve hundreds of more students and create local Planned programs
employment opportunities for students. Small Business Management
Advanced Manufacturing and
How Much Will it Cost? Machining
IT Support Technician
1. The annual amount raised by the county-wide 1.5 mills is projected to be $369,856. Culinary Arts
More than 20 other programs in
2. Impact on property owners is$2.08 annually for a $100,000 in assessed property healthcare,business,hospitality,
value or$4.15 annually for$200,000 in assessed property value.(Assessed property technology and manufacturing
value is generally less than market price) industries
For More Information Contact: Dean Bob Hietala at 406-994-5523 or robert.hietala@montana.edu gallatin.montana,edu
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Northern Rocky Mountain
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311 West Main Room 311 Bozeman, M7'59715 PH:406-763-4412 FAX 866-847-8033
Summer 2013
Dear Business Owner or Manager:
The Northern Rocky Mountain Economic Development District(www.nrmedd.org) invites you to participate in a new
program designed to connect Gallatin County businesses with a variety of local business assistance programs and
providers. If your company or non-profit organization is located within Gallatin County,this is your opportunity to
access a unique network of business resources;fees are either no cost, nominal or customized for your company.
Select this link https://www.research.net/s/betterbiz to get started
Some quick examples:
o Need financing-You will meet the people that have the money;
o Small business-Learn the basics of running a small business;
o Employee training-Schedule your staff for customer service and other course offerings;
o Social Media—See how social media can work for your business;
o Strategic Planning—Meet face-to-face with experts and build a business strategy;
o Maximize your internet presence—get Google analytics and optimize your site;
o New Products-Get help with product launches and management;
o Equity Money-Learn how to find a co-founder with money and ideas for your company;
o Taxes/Accounting-Schedule one-on-one help or send your employees to a class;
o Legal Questions-Quick answers for patents, intellectual property,and other issues;
o Workplace Efficiency-get help with workflow and workspace planning;
o Information on the Affordable Care Act or employee services including childcare, housing and transportation;
o Leadership for CEO's and managers-get help with motivational speaking, board management,
corporate governance.
Next Step—enter this link https://www.research.net/s/betterbiz and choose your options. Here you will find the
talent and technology to address your specific business needs. Choose from a range of solutions including personalized
services and high-value classes.
This project is offered by the Northern Rocky Mountain Economic Development District (www.nrmedd.org) and is a
partnership with the City of Bozeman and other key organizations.There are also more than 20 top business consultants
that comprise the District's Team of Professionals (TOPS Team);their professional services are available to help grow
your business. Organizational partners of this initiative include the City of Bozeman,the Montana Community
Development Corporation, Montana Job Service, Montana Manufacturing Extension Center, Prospera Business Network,
Gallatin College,the Bozeman Area Chamber,the Big Sky Chamber, Belgrade Chamber,the West Yellowstone Chamber,
Start-up Bozeman and the Downtown Bozeman Partnership. Email us at info@NRMEDD.org with any questions.
Select this link https://www.research.net/s/betterbiz to get started
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