Room Selections for NEW INCOMING RESIDENT HALL STUDENTS Instructions for reserving housing for Fall 2023-Spring 2024. This document contains detailed information about choosing housing options for the 2023-2024 academic year. Please review these instructions carefully. 2023-2024 STL-056-1022 An equal opportunity provider.
Lidstrom Hall - 1330 Edwards Ave, Bismarck, ND 58506
Completed in 2008, Lidstrom Hall was named after Dr. Kermit Lidstrom, the fourth President of the college. Lidstrom Hall is a co ed residence hall. The hall is divided into two wings with two floors in each wing. Each floor has a suite style setting. Lidstrom is air conditioned, has a large lounge with pool table along with spacious community areas.
Swensen Hall - 1411 Schafer Street, Bismarck, ND 58506
Completed in 1972, Swensen Hall was named after Dr. Walter Swensen, the first dean of the college. Swensen Hall is a female residence hall. There are four floors in Swensen Hall. Each floor has a suite style setting. Swensen is air conditioned, Has large community lounges on each floor. Located in the center of campus.
Werner Hall - 1600 Edwards Ave, Bismarck, ND 58506
Completed in 1965, Werner Hall was named after Ralph Werner, the third President of the college. Werner Hall is a male residence hall. It is divided into two wings with two floors in each wing. Each floor has a traditional residence hall setting. Large lounge with pool table, air hockey and table tennis. Close to the Armory, Aquatic Center and Community Bowl.
Mystic Hall – 1309 Schafer St, Bismarck, ND 58506
Completed in 2010, Mystic Hall was named after the BSC mascot. Mystic Hall is a co-ed residence hall. The hall is divided into 2 floors. Each floor has four suite style rooms. Washer/dryer in each air-conditioned suite. Small community residence hall located close to the Student Union.
Ritchie Hall –1248 Edwards Ave, Bismarck, ND 58506
Completed in 2015, Ritchie Hall was named after BSC Alumni Lloyd Ritchie. Ritchie Hall is a co-ed apartment residence hall. The hall is divided into 2 floors. Ritchie is Air conditioned with full kitchen & washer/dryer in each apartment. Spacious community lounge with pool table.
Gate City Hall- 1226 Edwards Ave, Bismarck, ND 58506
Completed in 2016, Gate City Hall is a co-ed apartment residence hall The hall is divided into 3 floors. Gate City is air conditioned with full kitchen & washer/dryer in each apartment.
Phase Two- Room Selection
Starts Monday April 17th at 8:00 am thru Friday April 21st at 4:00 pm
Phase two of New Incoming Hall Student Room Selection allows students to select any room on campus that is still available, this selection also lets you pull in your matched roommate Please keep in mind the roommate will need to choose you too in order to be placed together. Matches are done in My College Roomie at least 48 hours prior to this date. You will be given a start time based on the date that your application was first received when you applied for housing.
Log on to your Housing Self-service page (go to bismarckstate.edu, choose Student Life, then Housing Options). Under Room Selection, choose appropriate room selection process.
Room Selection-under “Room Selection” “Select a Room or Suite” then select a room from the floor plan option or the room list option.
Please note: Only the spaces that are still available at the time of your login (and for which you are eligible) will be listed Online during this step. If you are paired with a roommate, when one of you selects a room the other is automatically assigned to that same room. If you have an “unmatched” roommate request, you will not be able to select a room. The roommate request must be matched or withdrawn prior to selecting room.
FAQ-Frequently Asked Questions
Where do I log on?
To access the Online features, 1. Bismarckstate.edu, select Student Life, then Housing Options, click Housing Self Service link OR 2. Log into Campus Connection, select Student Self Service, then On-Campus Housing.
Why do I get a “cannot display page” or “timed out due to inactivity” error in Campus Connection?
If you get an error message, read the instructions listed on the page just before selecting your institution (the page immediately after selection On-Campus Housing). Your browser needs to be set to accept cookies. Follow the instructions on the web page and it should correct the issue. Do not use Internet Explorer.
Is the Residence Hall license contract for the fall semester only?
No, the license contract is for the full academic year (Aug 21st , 2022- May 12th , 2023)
What if I decide not to live in the residence hall after I sign up for a room? If you decide, you may cancel your residence hall 30 days prior to move in without a $100 cancellation fee.
When will I find out my room selection time?
Room selection times will be made available before April 15th when the Online license agreement phase is over.
Can I request a single room?
There are limited single rooms available on campus; they are used for specific circumstances. If you require a single room, check with the Office of Student and Residence Life for procedure. Due to space limitations, double rooms cannot be reserved as singles.
How do I select a roommate?
Simply log in My College Roomie (bsc.mycollegeroomie.com), complete a profile, answer some questions, then request to match up with your preferred roommate. If you would like someone new, you will be able to look at other students’ profiles and see your percentages of compatibility so you can send messages to any or all of your matches to connect further. Then you can request each other as roommates if you wish. The selection process is not immediate so select your roommate at least 48 hours prior to room selection.
Can I select more than one roommate?
Yes, but keep the following in mind: If you are matched with more roommates then a room can hold, you will not be able to select that room without dropping the extra roommate(s).
If I am matched with a roommate, which one of us should select the room?
When one matched roommate selects a room, the other matched roommate is automatically assigned. Therefore, to have the best opportunity to select a desired location, the roommate with the earliest selection time should log in and select a room.
What if I miss a deadline but still want to participate in Room Selection?
Contact the Office of Student and Residence life immediately. Some accommodations may be made so that you can still participate. However, you may find that you do not have as many options for room selection as those who met the listed deadlines.
What if I change my mind later?
When you select a room, your assignment is made. Beginning April 24th , you may contact the Office of Student and Residence life to see if any options for other locations are available to you.
I’m logged in, but why can’t I see (or select) any rooms for a particular hall?
If you are unable to see any rooms in a hall, it is for one of several reasons:
1. There are no rooms left to select
2. You are matched with more roommates than the remaining rooms can accommodate, or
3. You have not agreed to the terms of the BSC Residence Hall Room & Board License Contract. Additionally, you will be unable to choose a room if you designated selection time has not yet arrived.
Any questions please contact the Office of Student and Residence life in the Student Union @ 701-224-5464
