How thorough do I need to be on the questions in the application?

The answers to the questions allow for NLR to understand why each camper desires to be involved in the program and tells us what type of person we are getting. These are very important in the application process. Therefore, the more thorough, the better. Questions should be answered solely by the applicant.

What happens when NLR receives my application?

You will receive an email saying NLR has received the application. Everyone is placed on a waitlist until after the interviews are done and the final decisions have been made. Make sure to mail in all parts of the application including the completed reference forms. We have a limited number of positions so it is to your advantage to apply & turn in all of your forms early!

How does the interview work?

After the January 15th deadline passes, New Life Ranch will call or email to set-up an interview with the applicant. NLR Staff will visit Tulsa, NWA, and areas within a close proximity to NLR to conduct these interviews on specified dates. If you live outside of these areas a phone interview will be conducted. We prefer face to face interviews if possible. Be prepared for the interview! Your appearance and preparedness are a reflection of your desire to do your best for the Lord.

How will I know if I made it in?

You will receive a confirmation email and invoice telling you what session you have been confirmed for, balance due, etc. This will happen approximately 2 weeks after all interviews have been conducted. Other general information including arrival and departure dates, and packing lists will arrive approximately a month before your session starts. If you are not accepted, you will be contacted by phone and email and all money will be refunded.

Are there any program changes for 2012?

Not any major ones. The program should look very similar to the summer of 2011, which looked like this...CIT’s will be in a cabin for at least 3 of the 4 weeks of their chosen session. The other week, the CIT participant will serve in the program area of camp teaching activity classes, helping in food service, leading organized afternoon activities, as staff support, and serving wherever else needed. During this week, the CIT’s will continue to be involved in CIT Bible Study and other CIT activities.