After Registration Guide

AFTER REGISTRATION

After Registration Visit with Key Offices Key Offices are available to answer any questions you may have.

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 online or by phone:

Phone: (701) 224-5494

Schedule Now

Email: bsc.financialaid@bismarckstate.edu

After Registration Phone: (701) 224-5533 (701) 224-5706 (701) 224-2451

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:

Schedule appointment by phone or email:

Phone: (701) 224-5464

Phone: (701) 224-2576 (701) 224-5779

Email: BSC.housing@bismarckstate.edu

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 2

After Registration Complete FERPA ACTION ITEMS 1. Complete the FERPA Release Form.

• If your name is not pre-populated, enter it as lastname,firstname.

2. Review FERPA FAQ’s.

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 Third-party funding agencies to have access to your academic and/or financial information complete the FERPA form to authorize the release.

Ferpa – Online Form

If you have questions, contact the Academic Records Office: (701) 224-5420 bsc.records@bismarckstate.edu

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After Registration Access your BSC Email ACTION ITEMS 1. Setup BSC Email and check for new communications.

Access Email Campus Email Setup Help Sheet 2. Review BSC Student Email policy.

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.

How do I sign into my Email?

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Username: NDUS.Identifier@ndus.edu (Example: jane.doe@ndus.edu)

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Password: NDUS account password (same as CampusConnection)

The email address that you will give out is still NDUS.Identifier@bismarckstate.edu (ex: jane.doe@bismarckstate.edu).

Where do I find email on the BSC webpage?

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Go to bismarckstate.edu Select “Resources For”, then “Current Students” Under Quick Links, select Email

If you have questions, contact BSC Computer Center/Help Desk Monday – Friday 8:00am – 4:00pm C.T (701) 224-5442 bsc.helpdesk@bismarckstate.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.

Options for obtaining your Mystic ID Card Option 1 – Order online

Order Now Students must provide: • •

Full name, BSC email and Date of Birth Upload the following: o Headshot photo (passport style (plain white background, smiling is accepted) o Picture of a Photo ID (driver’s license, military ID, etc.) o Picture of current class schedule

Option 2 – In person Get your Mystic Card at the Campus Information Desk located next to the BSC Bookstore in the upper level of the Student Union.

Students must present: • • •

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

Current class schedule Date of Birth

Load some Mystic Dollars on your card today!

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Mystic dollars can be used toward purchases at Mystic Marketplace, Mystic Java, Mystic Print and the Bookstore.

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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

In CampusConnection: • •

Select Profile tile Click “Emergency Contacts”

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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 at 701-224-5494 or bsc.financialaid@bismarckstate.edu for assistance.

CampusConnection Student Homepage

In CampusConnection: • •

Select Financial Aid tile Click “Accept/Decline”

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

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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.

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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Go to Studentaid.gov Select Log in Under “Complete and Process” Select Entrance Counseling Select Master Promissory Note

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After Registration Set up your Refund Preference ACTION ITEM 1. Enroll in Direct Deposit a. 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 Homepage

In CampusConnection: • • •

Select Financial Account tile Click “Direct Deposit” Select institution: BSC

If you have 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 Fall Booklist 2. Purchase your textbooks with the BSC Bookstore

Textbook Purchasing Schedule July 1 August 3

Fall book list available online Begin purchasing textbooks with check, cash or credit card

August 19 September 2

Begin purchasing textbooks with financial aid, third party or collaborative students Last day to purchase textbooks with financial aid or third party

September 4

Last day to return books for a refund

Fall booklist Fall 2020 booklist will be available online beginning July 1. The booklist will help you determine if a book is required for a course and the approximate cost.

Access booklist

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In person: BSC Bookstore (Main Level - Student Union) Students must have their Mystic ID card and current class schedule.

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Online through BSC bookstore Available with a credit card or Financial Aid/Third Party during specified charging periods Can ship to your home or pick up in store

Learn More!

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Textbook Rental program Charging against financial aid or to a 3rd party Refund Policy Book Buy Back 10

After Registration Pay Tuition ACTION ITEMS 1. View your tuition and fees.

2. Pay tuition 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 August 11, 2020.

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Online through CampusConnection

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In person: Student Finance Office, Schafer Hall, 1st floor

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By Mail: BSC Student Finance, PO Box 5587, Bismarck, ND 58506

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By Phone: Last Name A – K: 701-224-5533 Last Name L – Z: 701-224-5706

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As an authorized user: Setup an authorized user

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Payment Plan Contact Student Finance for information

CampusConnection Homepage

Can’t pay your bill by the designated due date, don’t PANIC! You can pay as the funds become available to you, if 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 11 accompany late payments.

After Registration Attend Classes ACTION ITEMS 1. Print your class schedule.

Class Schedule - List View Help Sheet Class Schedule - Weekly Calendar Help Sheet 2. Review BSC Student Policy: Class Attendance.

3. Get to know Blackboard – Learning Management System 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.

CampusConnection Student Homepage

Weekly Calendar View

List View

If you have questions, contact the Academic Records Office: (701) 224-5420 bsc.records@bismarckstate.edu

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After Registration Review Student Handbook and Virtual Resource Fair ACTION ITEMS 1. View the Student Handbook to learn more about BSC. 2. View Virtual Resource Fair

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

Virtual Resource Fair

Did you know? You need to register for classes each semester.

We will notify you in the Fall with the date and time to register for Spring 2021 classes. Watch your BSC email for details.

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