Fall 2017 RTO Studeng Registration Guide

Welcome to Bismarck State College To Get Started‌ Grab the checklist provided in your registration folder.

Mark each item off when completed.

This guide is divided into four sections. Click on the section to jump to it or click the arrows on the right and left sides to navigate.

Need help? Look for or video tutorials.

. It will link to detailed help sheets

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Prepare for Registration Claim your NDUS Account ID and Password ACTION ITEMS 1. If you have not already done so, claim your NDUS account.

Claim an NDUS Account What is My EMPLID? 2. Already claimed your account but forgot your account ID or password?

I Forgot My NDUS Account ID I Forgot My NDUS Account Password

You will need an NDUS account ID and password to log in to CampusConnection in order to register for classes, accept or decline aid, and pay tuition.

You must go through a process called “Claim an NDUS Account”.

This process will require you to:  Watch a video  Take a quiz  Enter your date of birth  Enter your EMPLID

NDUS Account

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Prepare for Registration Log in to CampusConnection ACTION ITEMS 1. Log in to CampusConnection.

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  Accept/Decline financial aid  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

Bismarck State College homepage

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Prepare for Registration View your Holds and 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 Center could prevent you from registering for classes. Some holds are for information only.

Communications are time sensitive materials from Financial Aid or Academic Records.

These communications may require your immediate attention and others are for information only.

Holds, To Do’s, and Communications may be applied by any North Dakota University System institution you have attended.

On your Student Center in CampusConnection:   

Select “details” to view who applied the hold.

Select “more” to view what to do items should be completed.

Select “details” to view your Student Communications.

Note: Some holds and to do’s prevent you from enrolling in classes. Click on the hold item and read the instructions to ensure that the hold will not prevent you from enrolling in classes.

CampusConnection Student Center

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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.

On your Student Center in CampusConnection:      

Under Finances>click “Financial Obligation Agreement” Select institution: Bismarck State College.

Select effective term: 2017 Fall Click “Submit” After reading the terms, click “Accept” Click “OK” to return to Student Center.

CampusConnection Student Center

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Prepare for Registration Apply for Financial Aid ACTION ITEMS 1. Create a FSA ID.  Go to fsaid.ed.gov  Both student and parent need to create a username and password 2. Complete FAFSA 2017-2018 (Free Application for Federal Student Aid).  Go to fafsa.ed.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 website

FAFSA website

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Prepare for Registration Determine How You Will Register As a returning/transfer student, you have the option of attending a registration appointment or registering on your own.

Attend Registration Register On Own

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Registration Attend Registration ACTION ITEMS 1. If you have not already done so, schedule your registration appointment by calling 701.224.5478. Use the space provided on your registration checklist to write down the appointment details.

Registration Dates: May 24, 25 June 27, 28, 29 July 18, 19, 20 August 14, 15 Times: 8:15 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 10:45 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 1:45 p.m.

2. Attend registration.

What to Bring:   

Registration Folder & Checklist NDUS Account ID & Password Photo ID

The Day of your Appointment:

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Check in 15 minutes prior to your appointment time.

Allow approximately 1 hour for the registration appointment. o Meet with an academic advisor. o Check out the Resource Fair! o Get your Mystic ID card.

Take the opportunity to visit any other offices on campus.

What’s Next?

The “After Registration” section will need to be completed AFTER your registration appointment.

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Plan your Degree Verify your Program of Study ACTION ITEMS 1. Verify your program of study.  If incorrect, contact Academic Records at 701.224.5478 before proceeding.

It is important to verify your program of study before enrolling in classes.

Undecided?

Explore our programs!

Need help deciding? Schedule an appointment with a BSC Career Counselor today. Call 701-224-5752.

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Plan your Degree Know your Advisor ACTION ITEMS 1. Locate your advisor using CampusConnection.

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.

On your Student Center in CampusConnection:  

Advisor Name and Phone Number Select “Details” for advisor email

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Plan your Degree Review Unofficial Transcript ACTION ITEMS 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 that degree.

This report will outline each requirement and show which classes you have taken to meet the requirements including transfer credits, as well as areas where you still need to meet requirements.

Video Tutorial

PDF Version

Interactive 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 of 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 ITEMS 1. Register for classes.

Using the classes listed on your checklist, use the enroll feature in CampusConnection to create your schedule.

Receiving Financial Aid? The number of classes you enroll in may affect the amount of financial aid for which you are eligible. Check out information on Enrollment Status.

Registration Help sheets: Add Class Drop Class Swap Class

Registration Status Green ď ? = successful registration Red X = Error – unable to add - Review the message and proceed accordingly

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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.

“Room” indicates the class is offered online or the location on campus.

The “status” determines if you are “enrolled” or “dropped”.

Class Schedule

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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!

Academic Calendar Dates & Deadlines Schedule

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After Registration Complete FERPA ACTION ITEMS 1. Print the FERPA Release Form, complete it, and return it to Academic Records.

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.

The completed form must be turned in to the Academic Records office for processing.

For further information, visit our Family Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) webpage.

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After Registration Opt-in for Text Messaging Reminders ACTION ITEMS 1. Text BSCAR to 622622 on your mobile device to opt in to text message reminders.  Make sure you remove your signature line from the text message or it will be undeliverable.

2. Log in to CampusConnection to make sure your MOBILE phone number is the same as the number you opt in with.  CampusConnection  Once logged in, click Demographic Data under Personal Information  Click Phone Number tab to add/edit mobile number Sign up for text message reminders NOW! Academic Records will send out important add and drop deadlines, application for degree deadlines, enrollment dates, and much more.

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After Registration Obtain Mystic Card ACTION ITEMS 1. Obtain Mystic Card from Student Union Information Center 2. Add some Mystic Dollars today!

The Mystic Card is your official college identification card. You may pick up your Mystic Card (Student ID) from the Student Union Information Center once you are enrolled in classes.

You will need the following to obtain your Mystic Card:   

Picture ID (driver’s license, military ID, etc.)

Current class schedule Student ID #

What kind of services can I get from my Mystic Card?     

Mystic dollars for purchases at the BSC Bookstore, Mystic Marketplace, and Mystic Java Mystic Marketplace meal plans Library Services (the Mystic Card is your library card) Admission to BSC activities, e.g., athletic events, plays, concerts, and dances Use of BSC Aquatic and Wellness Center

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After Registration Accept or Decline Financial Aid ACTION ITEMS 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 Center

Student Finance offers a Cost Estimation Worksheet to assist you in estimating your tuition.

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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.

Loan Agreement (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 website

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After Registration Set up your Refund Preference ACTION ITEMS 1. Look for your Refund Selection Kit in a bright green envelope mailed to you after class registration.

2. Visit RefundSelection.com 3. Enter your unique Personal Code (found inside the envelope) 4. Select how you’d like to receive your money Bismarck State College has partnered with BankMobile Vibe to deliver refunds and offers you smarter ways to manage your money.

BankMobile website

Questions‌ 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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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)

Fall 2017 August 1: August 16: August 29: September 1:

Begin purchasing textbooks – check, cash, or credit card.

Begin purchasing textbooks with financial aid, third party, and collaborative students.

Last day to purchase textbooks with financial aid or 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! 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 Student Finance starts accepting fall payments on August 9, 2017.  Pay online through CampusConnection For more payment options, you can:  Mail payment o BSC Student Finance Set up an authorized user PO Box 5587 Make a payment as an authorized user Bismarck, ND 58506  Pay in person: Student Finance Office, Schafer Hall, 1st floor  Pay by phone: o Last Name A – M: 701-224-5533 o Last Name N – Z: 701-224-5706 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.

Late fees are assessed the 14th of every month on any balance 30 or more days past due. Check your account summary online and look for “Due Now” charges.

For further information, visit the tuition and fees webpage.

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After Registration Access your BSC Email ACTION ITEMS 1.

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Log in to your BSC Email.

Check for new communications.

Setup your email on your mobile phone.

Read the BSC Student Email policy.

BSC student email is the college’s official means of communication with students.

You are expected to check your BSC email on a frequent and consistent basis in order to stay current with academic and financial communications as well as College events.

What is my BSC email address?

NDUS ID@bismarckstate.edu Example: jane.doe@bismarckstate.edu How do I login to my email?

NDUS ID@ndus.edu Example: Username: jane.doe@ndus.edu Password: NDUS account password (same as CampusConnection)

Bismarck State College homepage

Email log in screen

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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.

Questions….

Contact the Academic Records Office at 701-224-5420 or 1-800-445-5073.

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.

“Room” indicates the class is offered online or the location on campus.

Need help getting started with an online class?

Click Here!

The “status” determines if you are “enrolled” or “dropped”.

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After Registration Participate in Welcome Week Activities ACTION ITEMS 1. Participate in Welcome Week activities.

Welcome Week is your introduction to college. Join us for many fun and free activities.

Other ways to get involved:    

Mystic Marketplace Clubs and Organizations Intramurals BSC Aquatic and Wellness Center

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After Registration Review Student Handbook ACTION ITEMS 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

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