Fall 2021 Current Student Reg Guide UPDATED

Current Student

RegistrationGuide

NEW! There are no scheduled registration times, ALL current students can enroll starting March 8th at 8 a.m.

• Fall Priority Registration runs from March 8, 2021 to March 19, 2021. This guide will assist you with registration.

• 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.

Prepare for Registration

Need help? Click on the linked items to view CampusConnection helpsheets.

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Prepare for Registration Apply for Financial Aid and Scholarships 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 2021-2022 (Free Application for Federal Student Aid).

• Go to fafsa.ed.gov 3. Watch for communications posted to your CampusConnection and BSC campus email.

4. Review and apply for BSC Foundaton Scholarships.

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.

Financial Aid – 701.224.5494 or bsc.financialaid@bismarckstate.edu

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Prepare for Registration Log in to CampusConnection ACTION ITEMS 1.

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Go to Bismarckstate.edu Go to Resources For Choose Current Students Select CampusConnection to log in.

CampusConnection is your one-stop shop for all student transactions.

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Register (add/drop) for classes Accept/Decline financial aid Pay tuition/fees View academic advisor View class schedule View grades View unofficial transcripts Order official transcripts Manage your bio-demographic information

Forgot NDUS User ID and Password?

From the CampusConnection Log In Screen, click on User ID and Help

BSC Help Desk 701.224.5442 or bsc.helpdesk@bismarckstate.edu NDUS Help Desk (24/7) 1.866.457.6387 4

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 Communications.

Outstanding Holds and To Do’s are listed on your CampusConnection Student Homepage Task Tile and may impact the ability to register for classes.

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

Communications are time sensitive materials and may require your immediate attention.

Academic Records – 701.224.5420 or bsc.records@bismarckstate.edu

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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 and 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.

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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.

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Academic Records – 701.224.5420 or bsc.records@bismarckstate.edu

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

2. Schedule an appointment (in-person, phone, or virtually) to discuss degree requirements.

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.

Academic Records – 701.224.5420 or bsc.records@bismarckstate.edu

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Plan your Degree Run Academic Requirements Report ACTION ITEMS 1. Run your Academic Requirement Report.

2. View your missing degree requirements.

Your Academic Requirements Report (Degree Audit) is an interactive tool that provides you with the requirements to complete your degree and allows you to track your progress.

Academic Records – 701.224.5420 or bsc.records@bismarckstate.edu

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Plan your Degree Choose classes from your Academic Requirements Report ACTION ITEMS 1. Choose courses from your Academic Requirements Report.

2. Check out English and math placement scores.

Choose courses from each of the “Not Satisfied” or expanded sections.

It is a good idea to develop a list of 5-7 courses. This will help if the courses you want are closed or don’t fit into your schedule.

Contact your Advisor by phone or email with any questions.

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Registration Register for Classes ACTION ITEM 1. Register for classes using Schedule Planner or Class Search and Enroll in CampusConnection.

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

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.

CampusConnection Student Homepage

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Registration View Class Schedule ACTION ITEMS 1. Check that all classes appear on your class schedule.

2. View your class schedule.

You are not officially enrolled in a class unless it appears on your class schedule. The class schedule provides you with class location, instructor, start/end dates, and times. You will need your class schedule to purchase your textbooks.

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Registration Review Dates & Deadlines ACTION ITEMS 1. View/Download the Dates & Deadlines Schedule.

2. View/Download the Academic Calendar.

3. Mark add, drop, and refund deadlines on your calendar.

BSC provides all important dates and deadlines in two documents.

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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 all 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 following by these dates could impact your GPA and your wallet!

Academic Records – 701.224.5420 or bsc.records@bismarckstate.edu

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After Registration Final Action Items ACTION ITEMS 1. Log in to your BSC Email. a. Your BSC Email is the college’s official means of communication, check it frequently.

2. Update your Emergency Contact Information.

3 Accept/Decline Financial Aid when awarded.

4 Purchase your textbooks at the BSC Bookstore.

5. Pay Tuition.

6. Review BSC Student Policy: Class Attendance and attend class.

7. View the Student Handbook.

8. NEW! Sharing my information - Delegating Access • This new function allows students to give access to a proxy to view or perform some actions in CampusConnection, such as view grades/classes or pay tuition.

- CampusConnection - CampusConnection Help - Academic Catalog - Directory

- Course Override - Course Overload - Late Add/Reinstatement

- Bookstore - Calendars & Deadlines - Schedule of Classes

BSC Academic Records office – 701.224.5420 or bsc.records@bismarckstate.edu

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