Welcome to Bismarck State College To Get Started‌ Print the attached Registration Checklist, mark each item off when completed.
This guide is divided into four sections. Click the arrows on the right and left sides to navigate.
Prepare for Registration
Need help? Look for or video tutorials.
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Prepare for Registration Claim your NDUS Account 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 into CampusConnection
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Go to Bismarckstate.edu Go to “Resources For” Click on “Current Students” Select CampusConnection under “Quick Links” and log in.
Current Students home page
CampusConnection log in screen
Using your NDUS account ID and password, log in to CampusConnection, your one-stop shop for all student transactions. CampusConnection allows you to: • Register (add/drop) for classes • View/Print class schedule • View unofficial transcripts • Accept/Decline financial aid • Search open and closed class sections
• View academic advisor • View grades • Order official transcripts • Pay tuition/fees • Manage your bio-demographic information 4
Prepare for Registration Verify your Program of Study ACTION ITEM 1. Verify your program of study. a. If incorrect, contact Academic Records at 701-224-5478 before proceeding. It is important to verify your program of study before enrolling in classes.
Your BSC Advisor
Advisor email/phone information
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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 are listed on your CampusConnection Student Homepage Task Tile. A hold 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 Fall 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. To remove the hold, you will need to read and agree to the terms. You will not be able to register until this hold is accepted.
CampusConnection Student Homepage
On your Student Homepage in CampusConnection: • • • • • • • •
Click “Manage Classes” 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.
2020 Fall Financial Obligation Agreement
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Prepare for Registration Apply for Financial Aid Non-Degree students are not eligible to receive financial aid or G.I. Bill benefits.
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.
Federal Student Aid Home Page
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Plan your Degree Determine your Degree 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 position in the energy industry. o Energy Management (BAS)
DISCOVER THE NEXT VERSION OF YOU – PROGRAMS & DEGREES!
Need help deciding? Schedule an appointment with a BSC Career Counselor today. Call 701-224-5752. 9
Plan your Degree Know your Advisor ACTION ITEM 1. Locate your advisor using CampusConnection. 2. Schedule an appointment with your advisor to discuss degree requirements. 3. You are assigned an advisor within your program of study. Your advisor can help you: • • •
Select classes. Ensure graduation requirements are met. Act as your go-to person with any questions.
Visiting with your advisor prior to registration each semester will ensure that you will meet degree requirements in a timely manner.
CampusConnection Student Homepage
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Plan your Degree Review Unofficial Transcript ACTION ITEM 1. Review Unofficial Transcript. If you are a returning/transfer student, it is important to review your unofficial transcript to ensure that your credits have been listed prior to registering for classes. For more information, proceed to the Transfer Student webpage. Questions about your credits? Contact Academic Records at 701-224-2545.
Unofficial Transcript
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Plan your Degree Run Academic Requirements Report ACTION ITEMS 1. Watch the Academic Requirements Report video tutorial. 2. Run your report. 3. Print your report. Your Academic Requirements Report (Degree Audit) is an interactive tool that provides you with all the requirements needed to complete your degree and allows you to track the progress towards your degree.
PDF Version
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Plan your Degree Understand your Academic Requirements Report To accurately plan your schedule and choose classes that meet degree requirements, you need to understand your Academic Requirements Report.
Watch the video tutorial for your degree now!
AA and AS Degree
AAS Degree and Diploma
Program Certificate
Bachelor of Applied Science
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Plan your Degree Choose classes from your Academic Requirements Report ACTION ITEMS 1. Check out English and math placement scores. 2. Choose courses from your Academic Requirements Report. 3. List the courses in the space provided on your checklist.
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Choose courses from each of the “Not Satisfied” or expanded sections. It is a good idea to develop a list of 6-9 courses. This will help if the courses you want are closed or don’t fit into your schedule.
Academic Requirements Report - Interactive
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Registration Register for Classes
ACTION ITEM 1. Watch the Schedule Planner Video Tutorial. 2. Register for classes using Schedule Planner in CampusConnection. 3. OR Click Class Search and Enroll to enroll in classes one at a time.
Registration Status: Review the message and proceed accordingly. Green ď ? = successful registration
Red X = Error – unable to add
Receiving Financial Aid? The number of classes you enroll in may effect the amount of financial aid for which you are eligible. Check out information on Enrollment Status.
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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 your textbooks.
CampusConnection Student Homepage
Weekly Calendar View
List View
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Registration After 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!
Academic Calendar
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After Registration 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 18 .
After Registration Complete FERPA ACTION ITEM 1. Complete the online FERPA Release Form. a. NDUS Username and Password are required b. If your name is not pre-populated, enter it as lastname, firstname. 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.
Ferpa – Online Form
For further information, visit our Family Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) webpage.
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After Registration 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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After Registration 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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After Registration Accept or Decline Financial Aid
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ACTION ITEM 1. Accept/Decline Financial Aid. Look for your Financial Aid award communications, posted to your CampusConnection and BSC campus email. Your financial aid file needs to be completed, meaning you have accepted your financial aid award and completed your financial aid to do list, before you can charge textbooks against your financial aid. We recommend that you do not borrow more than you need for your educational expenses. If you are unsure of how much to borrow, contact 701-224-5494 or bsc.financialaid@bismarckstate.edu for assistance.
CampusConnection Student Homepage
Student Finance offers a Cost Estimation Worksheet to assist you in estimating your tuition.
Student Finance offers a Cost Estimation Worksheet to assist you in estimating your tuition. 22
After Registration Complete Entrance Loan Counseling and Loan Agreement (MPN) This only applies to students accepting loans for the first time.
ACTION ITEMS 1. Go to studentloans.gov and log in using your FSA ID and password. 2. Complete entrance counseling. 3. Complete loan agreement. Entrance Loan Counseling: Before receiving a student loan, borrowers must complete an entrance counseling session. This quick and easy interactive counseling session provides useful tips and tools to help you develop a budget for managing your educational expenses and helps you to understand your loan responsibilities. Master Promissory Note (MPN): The Loan Agreement is a legal document in which you promise to repay your loan(s) and any accrued interest and fees to the U.S. Department of Education. It also explains the terms and conditions of your loan(s). Please note that your accepted Federal Student Loans will not disburse to your student account until these items are completed.
Federal Student Aid – Complete Aid Process
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After Registration Set up your Refund Preference ACTION ITEMS 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 Homepage
Contact the Student Finance Office : (701) 224-5533 (last name A-K) (701) 224-5706 (last name L-Z) bsc.studentfinance@bismarckstate.edu 24
After Registration Purchase Textbooks ACTION ITEMS 1. View book list. • Will help you determine if a book is required and the approximate cost. 2. 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 or Financial Aid/Third Party during specified charging periods
Fall 2020 August 3: August 19: September 2: September 4:
Begin purchasing textbooks – check, cash, or credit card. Begin purchasing textbooks with third party or financial aid, and collaborative students. Last day to purchase textbooks with third party or financial aid. 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! FA Charging 3rd Party Charging Book Buy Back
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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: o Last Name A – K: 701-224-5533 o Last Name L – Z: 701-224-5706
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As an authorized user: o Setup an authorized user New for Fall 2020!!
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Payment Plan – Find out how to apply!
CampusConnection Homepage
Can’t pay your bill by the designated due date, don’t PANIC! 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 subject to late fees of 1.75% on balances 30 or more days past due, holds and restrictions, and will receive communication that accompanies late payments.
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After Registration Attend Classes ACTION ITEMS 1. View your class schedule. 2. Check that all classes appear on your class schedule. 3. Review BSC Student Policy: Class Attendance. As a student you are expected to attend all class sessions of any class for which you are registered. To avoid being administratively dropped, it is important for you to establish a record of regular attendance and participation. Labs begin the first week of class.
CampusConnection Student homepage
Class Schedule – Calendar View
Class Schedule - List View
Need help getting started with an online class? Click Here! Questions ‌ Contact the Academic Records Office at 701-2245420
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After Registration
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After Registration Review Student Handbook ACTION ITEM 1. 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
Did you know - You need to register for classes each semester? We will notify you in November with the date and time to register for your Spring 2021 classes. Watch your BSC email for details. 29
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