Welcome to Bismarck State College This registration guide will assist you with your transition to BSC. It is divided into four sections:
To Get Started‌ Grab the checklist provided in your registration folder or as an attachment in your email. Mark each item off when completed. Need help? Look for the . It will link to detailed help sheets or video tutorials.
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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 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 in to CampusConnection ACTION ITEM 1. Go to Bismarckstate.edu 2. Go to Resources For 3. Click on Current Students 4. Select CampusConnection
and log in.
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 • 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
CampusConnection log in screen
For more information please contact the BSC Help Desk. (701) 224-5442 bsc.helpdesk@bismarckstate.edu Monday – Friday 8:00am – 4:00pm (cst) OR the NDUS Help Desk. (866) 457-6387 NDUS.HelpDesk@NDUS.edu Year round, 24/7
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Prepare for Registration View your, To-Dos, Holds, and Communications ACTION ITEMS View and Resolve: 1. CampusConnection To Do List. 2. CampusConnection Holds. 3. CampusConnection Student Communication. Outstanding Holds and To Do’s listed on your CampusConnection Student Homepage Tasks and Communications tile. This 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 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
2021 Spring
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Click on Manage Classes tile Click “Sign Fin Obligation Agreement” Select institution: Bismarck State College. Click on the Magnifying Glass Select effective term: 2021 Spring Click “Submit” After reading the terms, click “Accept” Click “OK” to return to Student Center. For more information please contact the BSC Academic Records during regular business hours. bsc.records@bismarckstate.edu Monday – Friday 8:00am – 4:00pm (cdt)
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Registration Register for Classes ACTION ITEM 1. Register for classes.
CampusConnection Student Homepage
Registration Status - Review the message and proceed accordingly Green ď ? = successful registration
Red X = Error – unable to add
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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
My Weekly Schedule
View My Classes
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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!
Dates & Deadlines Schedule
Academic Calendar
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Registration Know your Advisor ACTION ITEM 1. Locate your advisor using CampusConnection.
You are assigned an advisor, who can help with selecting classes and registration.
CampusConnection Student Homepage
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Registration Complete FERPA ACTION ITEM 1. Submit the FERPA Release Form. •
NDUS Username & Password required
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. This form stays on file and is valid during the student’s career. No need to complete each term.
FERPA - online
For further information, visit our Family Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) webpage. 11
After Registration Multi-Factor Authentication - Duo ACTION ITEMS 1. Enroll in Duo 2. Install/Activation Duo Mobile Multi-Factor authentication (MFA) is an online security system for your sensitive and personal information. It requires more than a password for access. The goal is to create a layered defense for your data. You will want to download Duo prior to viewing email and sensitive information within CampusConnection.
Duo Log-in (Enroll)
Duo Start Set-up
Duo Installation
Duo Activation
For more information please contact the BSC Help Desk during regular business hours. (701) 224-5442 bsc.helpdesk@bismarckstate.edu Monday – Friday 8:00am – 4:00pm (cdt)
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After Registration Registration Access your BSC Email ACTION ITEMS Go to bismarckstate.edu
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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)
Username log in screen Email log in screen
For more information please contact the BSC Help Desk during regular business hours. (701) 224-5442 bsc.helpdesk@bismarckstate.edu Monday – Friday 8:00am – 4:00pm (cst) OR the NDUS Help Desk. (866) 457-6387 NDUS.HelpDesk@NDUS.edu Year round, 24x7 13
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 Mystic Print Discounts from local businesses o Download Mystic Mobile App o Under Campus Information Click on Deals
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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 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) • Online at shopbookstore.bismarckstate.edu with a credit card or Third Party during specified charging periods.
Spring 2021 December 1: January 6: January 20: January 22:
Begin purchasing textbooks – check, cash, or credit card. Begin purchasing textbooks with a third party. Last day to purchase textbooks with a third party. Last day to return books for a refund.
BSC also offers a textbook rental program. Learn more! 3rd Party Charging Book Buy Back
For more information please contact the BSC Book Store during regular business hours. (701) 224-5453 bsc.bookstore@bismarckstate.edu Monday – Friday 7:30am – 4:00pm (cst)
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After Registration Pay Tuition ACTION ITEMS 1. View your tuition and fees. 2. Pay tuition Student Finance starts accepting payments on January 4, 2021. Online through CampusConnection In person: Student Finance Office, Schafer Hall, 1st floor By Mail: BSC Student Finance, PO Box 5587, Bismarck, ND 58506 By Phone: o Last Name A – H: 701-224-5533 o Last Name I – R: 701-224-5691 o Last Name S – Z: 701-224-5706 As an authorized user: o Setup an authorized user
Make a payment as an authorized user
CampusConnection Student Homepage
Tuition and fees on the student account are due the first day of class. All other charges such as late fees, fines, room, board, etc. are due the date they are incurred. 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 be subject to late fees of 1.75% on balances 30 or more days past due. You will receive communications, holds and restrictions, that accompany late payments. For further information, visit the tuition and fees webpage. For more information please contact the BSC Student Finance during regular business hours. bsc.studentfinance@bismarckstate.edu Monday – Friday 8:00am – 4:00pm (cst)
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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 18
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
My Weekly Schedule
View My Classes
Need help getting started with an online class? Click here! Contact the Academic Records Office at 701-224-5420.
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After Registration Welcome Week Activities ACTION ITEM 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 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
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