Welcome to Bismarck State College This guide will assist you with your early entry registration at BSC.
It is divided into four sections: Prepare for Registration
To Get Started‌ Grab the checklist provided in your registration information from Academic Records. Mark each item off when completed.
Need help? Look for the . It will link to detailed help sheets or video tutorials.
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Prepare for Registration Claim your User ID and Password You will need a User ID and Password to log in to CampusConnection in order to register for classes, accept or decline aid, and pay tuition.
ACTION ITEMS 1. If you have not already done so, claim your NDUS account. Claim my Account •
Watch video – then click “Claim your NDUS Account”
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Will require you to enter your date of birth and EMPLID
What is My EMPLID? •
Click on “Find my EMPLID”
2. Already claimed your account but forgot your User ID or Password? I Forgot My User ID •
Click on “Find my User ID”
I Forgot My Password
NDUS Self Service Help Desk Page
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Prepare for Registration Log in to CampusConnection ACTION ITEMS 1. Go to Bismarckstate.edu 2. Go to Resources For 3. Click on Current Students 4. Select CampusConnection
and log in.
Using your NDUS ID and Password, log in to CampusConnection, your one-stop shop for all student transactions. CampusConnection allows you to: • Register (add/drop) for classes • Pay tuition/fees • Search open and closed class sections • View academic advisor • View/Print class schedule • View grades • View unofficial transcripts • Order official transcripts • Manage your bio-demographic information
CampusConnection log in screen
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Prepare for Registration View your To-Do’s, Holds, and Communications ACTION ITEMS View and Resolve: 1. CampusConnection To Do List. 2. CampusConnection Holds. 3. CampusConnection Student Communications. Outstanding Holds and To Do’s listed on your CampusConnection Student Homepage Task Tile. This could prevent you from registering for classes. Some holds are for information only. To Do’s, Holds, and Communications may be applied by any North Dakota University System institution you have attended. Communications are time sensitive materials. These communications may require your immediate attention and others are for information only.
CampusConnection Student Homepage
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Prepare for Registration Accept Financial Obligation Agreement ACTION ITEMS 1. Review the Financial Obligation Agreement. 2. Accept the terms of the agreement. This agreement is listed as a hold on your CampusConnection. It is an understanding of the legal obligation to pay charges assessed to your Student Account. You will not be able to register until this hold is accepted. To remove the hold, you will need to read and agree to the terms.
CampusConnection Student Homepage
2020 Fall
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Click “Sign Fin Obligation Agreement” Select institution: Bismarck State College Click on Magnifying Glass Select effective term: 2020 Fall Click “Submit” After reading the terms, click “Accept” Click “OK” to return to Student Center. 6
Registration Register for Classes ACTION ITEM 1. Register for classes. 2. View class availability a. provided by high school b. provided by Bismarck State College
CampusConnection Student Homepage
Registration Status - Review the message and proceed accordingly Green ď ? = successful registration
Red X = Error – unable to add
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Registration Print Class Schedule ACTION ITEMS 1. Check that all classes appear on your class schedule. 2. Print your class schedule. You are not officially enrolled in a class unless it appears on your class schedule. Your class schedule provides you with class location, instructor, start/end dates, and times. You will need your class schedule to purchase textbooks.
CampusConnection Student Homepage
Weekly Calendar View
List View
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Registration Review Dates & Deadlines ACTION ITEMS 1. Print the Dates & Deadlines Schedule. 2. Print the Academic Calendar. 3. Mark add, drop, and refund deadlines on your calendar. • Match up the begin and end dates listed on your class schedule with the Dates & Deadlines Schedule. BSC provides all important dates and deadlines in two documents. • •
Academic Calendar – lists school dates, such as textbook purchasing, tuition deadlines, and school breaks. Dates and Deadlines Schedule – lists classes by length as well as the add, drop, and withdraw deadlines. It also includes the last day to drop/withdraw for 100% tuition refund.
You are responsible for knowing the “Dates & Deadlines”, not abiding by these dates could not only impact your GPA, but your wallet as well!
Dates & Deadlines Schedule Academic Calendar
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Registration Know your Advisor ACTION ITEM 1. Locate your advisor using CampusConnection. You should contact your school counselor or principal for correct class selection. You are assigned an advisor to assist you in locating the correct course information and answer any questions regarding registration.
CampusConnectionn Student Center
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Registration Complete FERPA ACTION ITEM 1. If you have not already done so, complete the FERPA Release Form. • NDUS Username & Password required The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA) prohibits BSC from releasing Educational records to any Third Party without written consent. Academic and Financial records will not be released without written consent from you. This can include parents or guardians, employers and third party funding agencies. This form stays on file and is valid during the student’s career. No need to complete each term.
FERPA - online For further information, visit our Family Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) webpage. 11
After Registration Purchase Textbooks ACTION ITEMS 1. Check with your high school to see if a textbook will be provided. IF NOT – complete action items 2 and 3. 2. View book list. • Will help you determine if a book is required and the approximate cost. 3. Purchase your textbooks with the BSC Bookstore. • In person at the BSC Bookstore (Main Level - Student Union) • Over the phone (with a credit card) 701-224-5453 or 1-800-445-5073 • Online at shopbookstore.bismarckstate.edu (with a credit card)
FALL 2020 August 3: August 19: September 2: September 4:
Begin purchasing textbooks – check, cash, or credit card. Begin purchasing textbooks with third party. Last day to purchase textbooks with a third party. Last day to return books for a refund.
You must have your MYSTIC CARD to purchase textbooks.
BSC also offers a textbook rental program. Learn more! 3rd Party Charging Book Buy Back
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After Registration Set up Authorized User to Make Payment This allows the student to setup someone other than themselves, to make a payment in CampusConnection.
ACTION ITEM Set up an Authorized User Log into CampusConnection under Guest Page Click Financial Account Tile Select Pay Online Now Click Pay Online Now For more payment options, you can: Select Authorized Users Select Add Authorized User Set up an authorized user Enter email for Authorized User Review Agreement Click Continue
CampusConnection Log In
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After Registration Pay Tuition ACTION ITEMS 1. View your tuition and fees. 2. Pay tuition Tuition and fees on the student account are due by the first day of class. All other charges such as late fees, fines, room, board, etc. are due the date they are incurred. Student Finance starts accepting payments on August 11, 2020.
Options for paying tuition: •
Online through CampusConnection
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In person: Student Finance Office, Schafer Hall, 1st floor
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By Mail: BSC Student Finance, PO Box 5587, Bismarck, ND 58506
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By Phone: Last Name A – K: 701-224-5533 Last Name L – Z: 701-224-5706
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As an authorized user: Setup an authorized user New for Fall 2020!!
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Using a Payment Plan Find out how to apply!
CampusConection Student Homepage
You can pay as the funds become available to you, as long as the payment is made in full within the term you are enrolled. Should you choose this route, you will be subject to late fees of 1.75% on balances 30 or more days past due. You will receive communications, holds and restrictions, that accompany late payments. For further information, visit the tuition and fees webpage.
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What You Need to Know Access your BSC Email ACTION ITEMS 1. Setup BSC Email and check for new communications.
Access Email Campus Email Setup Help Sheet 2. Review BSC Student Email policy. BSC student email is the college’s official means of communication with students. Check your BSC email frequently in order to stay current with academic and financial communications as well as College events. How do I sign into my Email? •
Username: NDUS.Identifier@ndus.edu (Example: jane.doe@ndus.edu)
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Password: NDUS account password (same as CampusConnection)
The email address that you will give out is still NDUS.Identifier@bismarckstate.edu (ex: jane.doe@bismarckstate.edu). Where do I find email on the BSC webpage?
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Go to bismarckstate.edu Select “Resources For”, then “Current Students” Under Quick Links, select Email
If you have questions, contact BSC Computer Center/Help Desk Monday – Friday 8:00am – 4:00pm C.T (701) 224-5442 bsc.helpdesk@bismarckstate.edu .
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What You Need to Know Course Drop/Withdraw Course Drop If you are taking more than one class at Bismarck State College and would like to drop one class BUT continue enrollment in other class(es), you must complete the drop in CampusConnection.
Withdraw to Zero Credits CampusConnection will NOT allow you to drop your ONLY or LAST class. If you decide not to attend this class, you as the student are responsible for officially withdrawing from college.
BEFORE DROPPING OR WITHDRAWING, PLEASE REVIEW THE DATES AND DEADLINES
Dates and Deadlines Schedule
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What You Need to Know View Grades Final grades will be viewable in CampusConnection after they have been entered by faculty and posted by the Academic Records Office. Grades will be available approximately 5 business days after the last day of final exams.
CampusConnection Student Homepage
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What You Need to Know Set up your Refund Preference ACTION ITEMS
What You Need to Know
1. Enroll in Direct Deposit 2. Select Bismarck State College
Bismarck State College has partnered with BankMobile to deliver your financial aid refund. For more information about BankMobile, visit this link: https://bankmobiledisbursements.com/refundchoicessso/.
CampusConnection – Student Center
Contact the Student Finance Office : (701) 224-5533 (last name A-K) (701) 224-5706 (last name L-Z) BSC.studentfinance@bismarckstate.edu
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What You Need to Know Obtain Mystic Card ACTION ITEM 1. Obtain your Mystic ID Card The Mystic card is your official college identification card to be used for services such as dining, bookstore purchases, library, campus activities, local business discounts, Aquatic and Wellness Center and Mystic Print. There is no charge for the first Mystic ID Card. ID cards do not expire as long as you are a BSC student.
Options for obtaining your Mystic ID Card Option 1 – Order online
Order Now Students must provide: • •
Full name, BSC email and Date of Birth Upload the following: o Headshot photo (passport style (plain white background, smiling is accepted) o Picture of a Photo ID (driver’s license, military ID, etc.) o Picture of current class schedule
Option 2 – In person Get your Mystic Card at the Campus Information Desk located next to the BSC Bookstore in the upper level of the Student Union. Students must present: • • •
Photo ID (driver’s license, military ID, etc.) Current class schedule Date of Birth
Load some Mystic Dollars on your card today! Mystic dollars can be used toward purchases at Mystic Marketplace, Mystic Java, Mystic Print and the Bookstore.
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What You Need to Know Emergency Contact Information ACTION ITEM 1. Complete Emergency Contact Information Emergency contact information is extremely important in the event of an accident or medical emergency. The person(s) you list will be contacted if you have a health or safety emergency. You must enter a parent/guardian, spouse, family member or other trusted individual as your emergency contact.
CampusConnection Student Homepage
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What You Need to Know Request Official Transcript You may request an Official Transcript with any credits you earned through Bismarck State College while in High School. Bismarck State College has authorized the National Student Clearinghouse to provide official transcript ordering online. This service will allow you to order official transcripts via the web anytime. In addition to the automated ordering service, you will also be able to track your order status, receive timely email notices regarding your transcript request, as well as review your order status history. View the Request Official Transcript webpage for more detailed information.
Make sure to use Mozilla Firefox or Google Chrome to access the National Student Clearinghouse portal.
Go to getmytranscript.com: • •
Type Bismarck State College Complete the order request
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What You Need to Know Applying as a Freshman Upon completion of your high school career, we invite you to stay connected with Bismarck State College. We encourage you and your parents to visit our campus and experience firsthand the academic and social atmosphere within the BSC community.
DISCOVER THE NEXT VERSION OF YOU – PROGRAMS & DEGREES!
For more information on BSC after high school, please contact an Admission Counselor at 701-224-5429 or visit us online.
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What You Need to Know Review Student Handbook ACTION ITEM View the Student Handbook to learn more about BSC. The BSC Student Handbook is more than just a policy manual, it includes information about campus resources, safety information, extracurricular activities, and more. The handbook lists offices you may need to go to for particular information and how to contact them.
Student Handbook
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