AFTER REGISTRATION
AFTER REGISTRATION Know your Advisor ACTION ITEM 1. Locate your advisor using CampusConnection.
Help Sheets You are assigned an advisor within your program of study.
Advising at BSC
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.
Who to Contact Mystic Advising and Counseling Center Phone: 701-224-5752
Email: BSC.Advising@bismarckstate.edu
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AFTER REGISTRATION Review Dates & Deadlines ACTION ITEM 1. Review the Dates & Deadlines Schedule and the Academic Calendar 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.
Help Sheets Dates and Deadlines Academic 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 the add, drop, and withdraw deadlines. It also includes the last day to drop/withdraw for 100% tuition refund.
Who to Contact Academic Records Phone: 701-224-5420
Email: BSC.records@bismarckstate.edu
You are responsible for knowing the “Dates & Deadlines”, not abiding by these dates could not only impact your GPA, but your wallet as well!
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AFTER REGISTRATION Sharing Information ACTION ITEM 1. Decide if you want to share your academic or financial records with anyone else. This can be a parent or spouse or employer/funding agency. ➢ Delegated Access to CampusConnection-Allows you to give access to selected sections of CampusConnection to a third party, or proxy. For example, your parents could log in to help you pay your bill or to view your grades. ➢ FERPA Release-is a legal document allowing the release of certain information (Academic and/or Financial) to listed individuals.
Help Sheets Delegated Access: Add a Proxy Edit or Remove a Proxy Proxy Registration and Sign In FERPA: FERPA Information Page FERPA Form
Who to Contact Academic Records Phone: 701-224-5420
Email: BSC.records@bismarckstate.edu
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA) prohibits Bismarck State College from releasing academic and financial records to anyone without written consent from you. If you would like anyone, such as parents/guardians, employers and/or Thirdparty funding agencies to have access to your academic and/or financial information complete the FERPA form to authorize the release.
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AFTER REGISTRATION Access your BSC Email ACTION ITEM 1. Set up BSC Email and check for new communications. 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.
Help Sheets Multi-Factor Authentication (Duo)
Email and Email Help
Who to Contact BSC Help Desk Phone: 701-224-5442 OR NDUS Help Desk Phone: 866-457-6387 Email: NDUS.HelpDesk@NDUS.edu
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AFTER REGISTRATION Obtain Mystic ID 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. Get your Mystic Card at the Campus Information Desk located next to the BSC Bookstore in the upper level of the Student Union. (701-224-5677) Students must present: • • •
Photo ID (driver’s license, military ID, etc.) Current class schedule Date of Birth
Help Sheets Mystic ID Card Mystic Dollars Mystic Print
Who to Contact Student Finance Phone: Last Name A – H: 701-224-5533 Last Name I – R: 701-224-5691 Last Name S – Z: 701-224-5706
Email: BSC.studentfinance@bismarckstate.edu
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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.
Help Sheets Add/Update Emergency Contact Campus Safety and Security Page
Who to Contact Campus Safety & Security Phone: 701-224-2700
Email: BSC.studentfinance@bismarckstate.edu
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AFTER REGISTRATION Accept or Decline Financial Aid
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 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 the Financial Aid Office.
Help Sheets Accept/Decline Financial Aid Quick Cost Estimator
Who to Contact Financial Aid Phone: 701-224-5494
Email: BSC.financialaid@bismarckstate.edu
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AFTER REGISTRATION Complete Entrance Counseling and Loan Agreement (MPN) This only applies to students accepting loans for the first time. If you complete this for the summer semester, you will not have to complete this again for the fall semester. You must complete the Entrance Counseling and MPN before you can charge books against your financial aid or use your meal plan.
ACTION ITEMS 1. Go to Studentaid.gov 2. Complete Entrance Counseling. 3. Complete Master Promissory Note (MPN). Entrance 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.
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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/
Help Sheets Refunds Page Refund Help Sheet Who to Contact Student Finance Phone: Last Name A – H: 701-224-5533 Last Name I – R: 701-224-5691 Last Name S – Z: 701-224-5706 Email: BSC.studentfinance@bismarckstate.edu
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AFTER REGISTRATION Purchase Textbooks ACTION ITEMS 1. Find required text books by checking the Book List on the Bookstore page. 2. Purchase text books with the BSC Bookstore!
Textbook Purchasing Schedule December 13
Begin purchasing textbooks with check, cash or credit card
January 5 January 19
Begin purchasing textbooks with financial aid, third party or collaborative students Last day to purchase textbooks with financial aid or third party
January 21
Last day to return books for a refund
Options for purchasing textbooks: •
In CampusConnection View textbooks Allows students to search for a class to determine which textbook is needed prior to registering. View help sheet HERE.
Help Sheets Textbook Rental program Charging against financial aid or to a 3rd party Refund Policy Book Buy Back
Purchase textbooks Allows students to purchase textbooks for all enrolled classes. View help sheet HERE.
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BSC Bookstore (Main Level - Student Union) OR Online through BSC bookstore
Who to Contact BSC Book Store Phone: 701-224-5453 Email: BSC.bookstore@bismarckstate.edu
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AFTER REGISTRATION Pay Tuition ACTION ITEMS 1. View your account information
Help Sheets
2. Pay tuition and fees
View Student Account Information
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 January 3, 2022.
Make a Payment Set up authorized user to make payment
Who to Contact Student Finance Phone:
Options for paying tuition: • Online through CampusConnection You or your designated Proxy can make payments online.
Last Name A – H: 701-224-5533 Last Name I – R: 701-224-5691 Last Name S – Z: 701-224-5706
Email: BSC.studentfinance@bismarckstate.edu
• In person: Student Finance Office, Schafer Hall, 1st floor • By Mail: BSC Student Finance, PO Box 5587, Bismarck, ND 58506 • By Phone: Last Name A – H: 701-224-5533 Last Name I – R: 701-224-5691 Last Name S – Z: 701-224-5706 • Payment Plan Find out how to apply!
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AFTER REGISTRATION Attend Classes ACTION ITEMS 1. View your class schedule. 2. Review BSC Student Policy: Class Attendance. 3. Get to know Blackboard – Learning Management System
Help Sheets Class Schedule Help Sheet Class Schedule-Weekly Calendar Blackboard Help
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.
Student Handbook Class Attendance Policy
Who to Contact Student Finance Phone:
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.
Last Name A – H: 701-224-5533 Last Name I – R: 701-224-5691 Last Name S – Z: 701-224-5706
Email: BSC.studentfinance@bismarckstate.edu
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AFTER REGISTRATION Visit with Key Offices and Virtual Resource Fair Visit the Virtual Resource Fair below the Registration Guide.
Financial Aid Office
Student Finance Office
One-on one virtual meeting to answer questions regarding Financial Aid (FAFSA, loans, grants, scholarships).
One-on-one virtual meeting to provide tuition estimates, and answer questions regarding refunds and payment plans.
Schedule appointment by phone or email:
Schedule an appointment by phone or email:
Phone: (701) 224-5494 Email: bsc.financialaid@bismarckstate.edu
Phone: Last Name A – H: 701-224-5533 Last Name I – R: 701-224-5691 Last Name S – Z: 701-224-5706 Email: bsc.studentfinance@bismarckstate.edu
Student and Residence Life
Veterans Services
Want to setup a virtual or on-campus tour of a Hall? Have questions regarding on campus housing, club and organizations, intramurals and activities.
One-on one virtual meeting to answer questions regarding GI Bill Benefits, Tuition Assistance and GoArmyEd.
Schedule appointment by phone or email:
Phone: (701) 224-2576 (701) 224-5779
Phone: (701) 224-5464 Email: BSC.housing@bismarckstate.edu
Schedule appointment by phone or email:
Email: Christopher.heydt@bismarckstate.edu Christine.a.beckler@bismarckstate.edu
Student Accessibility The Student Accessibility Office promotes equal access to campus programs and services by arranging accommodations for individuals with disabilities. To determine eligibility, students must submit an application for service and provide disability documentation which supports the need for requested accommodations. Applications can be submitted online at bismarckstate.edu/accessibility. For additional information or to initiate service, contact us by phone or email: Phone: 701-224-5671 Email: BSC.accessibility@bismarckstate.edu
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