EXCELLENCE. INNOVATION. LEARNING. INTEGRITY. PEOPLE. DONE RIGHT.

Mission

As North Dakota’s Polytechnic Institution, Bismarck State College focuses on student success through the delivery of affordable, flexible, high-quality, experiential learning enhanced by public-private partnerships.

Vision

Bismarck State College is a leader in polytechnic education, improving lives and building sustainable communities.

Polytechnic

With hands-on learning and cutting-edge technology, BSC graduates are workforce ready on Day One of their new careers thanks to real-world skills and experiences obtained through internships and job shadowing, and classes grounded in STEAM principles (science, technology, engineering, the arts and mathematics). The polytechnic model gives students the opportunity to build their pathways with stackable certificates, two- and four- year degrees, or seamless transfer options to further their education.

BSC was established as Bismarck Junior College in 1939. With only 107 students and 12 instructors, the first class met on the third floor of Bismarck High School. In 1960, the college broke ground on our current location – 70 acres of land donated by Harold Schafer. With a new polytechnic mission as our focus, BSC is evolving to meet the needs of our community, state and country by expanding our campus and program offerings.

Teamwork

We value collaboration in the pursuit of common goals.

Partnerships

We value interconnected and mutually beneficial relationships with local, state, national and international stakeholders.

Inclusion

We value authentic engagement with diverse people, beliefs and ideas.

Integrity

We value ethical and reliable practices.