PREPARE FOR REGISTRATION
Welcome to Bismarck State College To Get Started‌ Grab the checklist provided in your registration folder. Mark each item off when completed.
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Prepare for Registration Registration
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Prepare for Registration Schedule your Virtual Registration Appointment ACTION ITEM 1. If you have not already done so, schedule your virtual registration appointment. All new students are required to attend a registration appointment. Appointments can be scheduled online 24/7 or by phone with Academic Records. Refer to your registration email for details. 2. You will meet one-on-one with an academic advisor using Blackboard Collaborate. For the best experience, we recommend using a Windows or Mac laptop with Chrome. Chromebooks, Firefox, or Safari web browsers are also compatible. Check your browser compatibility by clicking HERE.
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Times: 8:00 a.m.
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Online Registration Appointment Scheduling Page
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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 ITEM 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
If you run into issues with your User ID or password, contact the NDUS Help Desk toll free at 1-866-457-6387 - 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for assistance.
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Prepare for Registration Log in to CampusConnection ACTION ITEM 1. Log into CampusConnection.
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Go to Bismarckstate.edu Select “Resources For”, then “Current Students” Under Quick Links, select CampusConnection
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 • Manage your bio-demographic information
CampusConnection log in screen
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Prepare for Registration View your Holds, To Do List, 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 could prevent you from registering for classes. Some holds are for information only. Holds, To Do’s, and Communications may be applied by any North Dakota University System institution you have attended. Communications are time sensitive materials from Financial Aid or Academic Records. 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
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Select Manage Classes tile 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.
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Prepare for Registration Apply for Financial Aid ACTION ITEMS 1. Create an Account. • Go to studentaid.gov • Both student and parent need to create a username and password 2. Complete FAFSA 2020-2021 (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). • Go to studentaid.gov 3. Watch for communications posted to your CampusConnection and BSC campus email.
Financial Aid helps students and their families secure the resources necessary to fund a BSC education. Many types of aid are available through federal and state programs and through BSC. Be aware of the individual deadlines for any institutional, state, and/or outside scholarships.
FAFSA website
Completing Process
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Prepare for Registration Explore Degree and Class Options Transfer Degrees • Designed for students planning to complete the first two years of a bachelor’s degree before transferring to a four-year college or university. o Associate in Arts (AA) o Associate in Science (AS) Technical Degrees • Designed for students seeking skills and knowledge for entry-level employment after one or two years of college. o Associate in Applied Science (AAS) o Diploma o Program Certificate o Certificate of Completion Bachelor of Applied Science • Designed for students interested in supervisory and management positions in the energy industry. o Energy Management o Cybersecurity and Information Technology
DISCOVER THE NEXT VERSION OF YOU!
View all Programs and Degrees
View Fall 2020 Schedule of Classes
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Registration Attend your Virtual Registration Appointment ACTION ITEMS 1. Attend virtual registration. 2. You will meet one-on-one with an advisor via Blackboard Collaborate. For the best experience, we recommend using a Windows or Mac laptop with Chrome. A Chromebook, Firefox, or Safari web browsers are also compatible. Check your browser compatibility by clicking HERE. 3. Make sure to have a copy of your transcript available to review with your advisor. You can view, save, or print your transcript in CampusConnection by clicking on the “Academic Records” tile, and then selecting “View Unofficial Transcript.”
What to watch for: ✓ 1 week prior to your virtual registration appointment you will receive an email with instructions on how to log in. ✓ 1 day prior to your appointment, you will receive an email reminder AND a text message reminder. ✓ 1 day after to your appointment you will receive an email with actions to take after registration and resources to check out.
What’s Next?
We look forward to seeing you at your registration appointment!
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