Are you ready to experience BSC with your school squad or other group? Look no further! The BSC Admissions office is here to make it happen. Don't miss out on the chance to explore BSC and the many benefits we have to offer.
Contact us to schedule your visit!
Email: bsc.admissions@bismarckstate.edu
Call:
https://bismarckstate.edu/admissions/visitcampus/groupvisit/
Meridian Energy Group announced Tuesday it is starting site construction for the Davis Refinery near Theodore Roosevelt National Park, a project that still faces legal challenges.
A Meridian spokesman said civil construction and site work began Monday at the site near Belfield.
Initial construction
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/constructionbeginsondavisrefinerysite/
U.S. Secretary of Energy Rick Perry will visit North Dakota on Monday, touring coal facilities and hosting a roundtable with energy industry executives.
Rep. Kevin Cramer, R-N.D., and Sen. John Hoeven, R-N.D., announced Perry’s visit, which will include tours of North American Coal’s
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/secretaryofenergyperryplansmondayvisittondcoalminepowerplant/
Bismarck State College will be holding 13 Program Visit Days for students interested in taking a closer look at specific BSC programs or departments before making career and academic decisions. These visit days will give prospective students direct access to classrooms, faculty and behind-the-scenes
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/explorebscprogramsduringfebruaryandmarchprogramvisitdays/
The five candidates for the position of Bismarck State College president will be on the college campus March 2-5. The public is invited to attend the community forums held in the Basin Electric Auditorium inside the BSC National Energy Center of Excellence.
The BSC Presidential Search Committee
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/bsc-presidential-candidates-to-visit-campus-march-2-5/
Schedule a tour or one-on-one visit to learn more about the right degree program that matches your goals, along with the many student services we have to offer.
Campus visit appointments are offered:
Monday - Friday at 9:30 a.m., 10:00 a.m., and 1:00 p.m. CST
30-minute visit
https://bismarckstate.edu/admissions/visitcampus/
Bismarck State College hosts its Fall Open House on Friday, Oct. 21, for high school juniors and seniors to explore the campus, learn about programs and get information on how to apply. A $1,000 scholarship will be given away to one prospective student attending the Fall Open House.
Students can
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/highschooljuniorsandseniorsinvitedtocampusoct21/
This Veterans Day, meet Greg Lugar, a veteran and BSC associate professor in the energy department. He primarily teaches in the Nuclear Power Technology program, but also instructs for other energy programs and for an occasional philosophy or religion course.
What has been your military journey?
I
https://bismarckstate.edu/blog/visit-with-a-veteran/
Written by: Amy R. Sisk
Marathon Petroleum has converted its Dickinson Refinery into a plant that turns soybean and corn oil into renewable diesel, and soon the facility will run in part on wind power.
Plans to convert the refinery west of Dickinson have been in the works for years after it opened
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/dixrefinery/
Poet Brian Baumgart will be at Bismarck State College on Monday, March 5 at 7:30 p.m. for a reading, question-and-answer session and book-signing. The event will be held in the Basin Electric Auditorium inside the BSC National Energy Center of Excellence and is free and open to the public.
Baumgart’s
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/baumgartvisit/
https://bismarckstate.edu/admissions/openhouse/
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BSC Computer Center/Help Desk
Location: Schafer Hall 129
Phone: (701) 224-5442
Email: bsc.helpdesk@bismarckstate.edu (monitored during regular business hours)
BSC Campus Map
BSC Help Desk Hours:
Academic School Year:
Monday-Friday: 8:00 AM-4:00 PM Central
https://bismarckstate.edu/students/resources/itsupport/contact/
Whether you’re just beginning to explore college options, ready to start your college career, or want to pick up where you left off, you’re invited to visit the Bismarck State College campus and see what we have to offer. Join us!
Friday, June 11, 2021
National Energy Center of
https://bismarckstate.edu/forms/summer-open-house/
This five-week hybrid training program is designed for individuals seeking entry-level skills for a career as an oil and gas operator. The program consists of 100 total hours of training:
52 hours of online self-paced learning, structured with built-in assessments and required competencies. Participants
https://bismarckstate.edu/energy/industry/apprenticeshipsandtraining/oilandgasoperator/
To help make life a little easier for our future students, Bismarck State College is waiving the $35 application fee for students who apply to BSC (bismarckstate.edu/apply) now through May 31, 2020. New students and transfer students who apply for admission to BSC for the Summer 2020 and Fall
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/bsc-waiving-application-fee-through-may-31/
North Dakota has 13 state parks as well as many recreational areas. Tyler Schelske, a 2014 BSC grad, would like to work at all of them. In April 2017, he checked a fifth area off his list when he became site supervisor of Sully Creek State Park, located a little more than two miles south of Medora.
“They
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/likefatherlikeson/
BSC is approved to offer programs to veterans and other eligible persons for veteran's benefits. For details, visit the BSC Veterans Services site. If you have any questions on how your approved Veteran's benefits may affect your tuition and fee billing please contact Student Finance. We can be reached
https://bismarckstate.edu/admissions/payingforcollege/tuitionfees/veterans/
Starting in the 2019 calendar year and moving forward, Bismarck State College students eligible to receive a 1098-T tuition statement automatically receive the form online only via their Campus Connection account. Students who wish to receive a paper copy must contact the Student Finance office, via
https://bismarckstate.edu/admissions/payingforcollege/tuitionfees/taxinformation/
http://shopbookstore.bismarckstate.edu/home.aspx
Your NDUS Account is used to access Campus Connection, Blackboard, email and Office 365 services, lab computers and the wireless network
The NDUS Account Self Service site allows you to:
Claim your NDUS Account
Change your password
Locate your User ID
Reset a forgotten password
Find
https://bismarckstate.edu/students/resources/itsupport/login/
The BSC Veterans Services Office has resources available to assist those who have served or are currently serving in the military along with eligible dependents in navigating the VA Education Benefits process.
We can provide information on other campus services such as tutoring, counseling, financial
https://bismarckstate.edu/students/services/veterans/
I need to complete my FAFSA
1. To receive federal financial aid, you must be seeking a degree.
Complete the admissions application at Bismarck State College by going to bismarckstate.edu/HowToApply
2. Obtain a Federal Student Aid (FSA) ID by visiting studentaid.gov
Select "create
https://bismarckstate.edu/admissions/payingforcollege/applyingforaid/types/process/
Kari Knudson
Vice President for College Advancement, Executive Director, BSC Foundation
701-224-5604
Kari.L.Knudson@bismarckstate.edu
Cory Wrolstad
Development Manager
701-224-5702
Cory.Wrolstad@bismarckstate.edu
Christina Burns
Program/Scholarship Manager
701-224-2486
Christina.Burns@bismarckstate.edu
Ashli
https://bismarckstate.edu/alumnifoundation/foundation/about/contactus/
Daily Specials
Monday -- MOCHA MONDAY - $1 off all Mochas.
Tuesday -- Double Punch Day
Wednesday -- $1 off the Monthly Special.
Thursday -- $1 off the Barista's choice of the day.
Friday -- FAN FRIDAY - Wear BSC apparel and get $1 off your drink!
Drink
https://bismarckstate.edu/students/campuslife/dining/mysticjava/
The Student Union houses the Welcome Center, BSC Bookstore selling textbooks and BSC gear, and the Mystic Java offering a full coffee bar and snacks. The Mystic Marketplace delivers a variety of meals and dining options throughout the day, including meals to go.
Also found in the Union is the
https://bismarckstate.edu/students/campuslife/studentunion/
The BSC Campus Police Department is dedicated to providing a safe and secure environment for the thousands of students, faculty, staff and visitors that live, work and study at Bismarck State College. With a primary mission of protecting lives and property and the belief that people are our
https://bismarckstate.edu/students/resources/healthandsafety/campussafety/
Personal counseling is available to students FREE of charge. To make an appointment, please call 701-224-5752. If you'd like more information on what personal counseling is, please go to the MACC (Mystic Advising and Counseling Center) webpage.
https://bismarckstate.edu/students/resources/healthandsafety/counseling/
Our flexible, cost-effective courses and training are customized to improve job performance, increase productivity, meet licensing standards and advance the competitive edge of your organization. Training is offered online, on site, or at the National Energy Center of Excellence on the BSC campus.
View
https://bismarckstate.edu/energy/industry/apprenticeshipsandtraining/
Domestic Students
The NDUS UHCSR Plan does not offer coverage to domestic students. NDUS encourages students to seek health care coverage if they do not have insurance. If you are in need of assistance in finding health insurance, please visit healthcare.gov.
International Students
The
https://bismarckstate.edu/students/resources/healthandsafety/studenthealthinsurance/
Your BSC Merit page gives you the recognition you deserve for your great achievements
During your time at BSC, we know that you will be doing great things, every day. It is important to us that we document and you get recognition for your accomplishments while you are a student here so we've
https://bismarckstate.edu/students/resources/merit/
Support the Friends of OLLI Fund
Help OLLI@BSC continue to foster intellectual curiosity and love of learning for active seniors! With your support, we can work towards our goal of becoming financially self-sufficient, while continuing to provide affordable, high-quality programming
https://bismarckstate.edu/alumnifoundation/foundation/programswesupport/friends-of-olli/
Financial Aid information for Service Members
Follow these guidelines to apply for and determine your federal student aid eligibility.
Please keep in mind that applying for federal student aid is separate from applying for your military benefits. Please be in contact with the BSC Veterans
https://bismarckstate.edu/students/services/veterans/financialaidforservicemembers/
http://bismarckstate.edu/students/resources/itsupport/
Bismarck State College uses the Blackboard (Bb) Learning Management System for online learning. Visit our Blackboard & Infobase site for more information.
Please Note: Chromebooks do not work with Blackboard, as many features and interactions are not compatible.
https://bismarckstate.edu/students/resources/itsupport/blackboard/
The information below serves as general computer recommendations for BSC students. Visit your academic program page for the specific computer requirements for your academic program.
All BSC courses use a Learning Management System (LMS) called Blackboard. Chromebooks, Chrome OS devices,
https://bismarckstate.edu/students/resources/itsupport/computerspecs/
Bismarck State College (BSC) has received funding from a North Dakota Department of Commerce Technical Skills Grant and Palo Alto Networks to offer North Dakota K-12 teachers $500 scholarships toward earning their Cybersecurity Education and North Dakota Department of Public Instruction (DPI) credentials.
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/cyberscholarshipsforteachers/
A Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) program offered through Bismarck State College (BSC) Continuing Education will begin March 7. Originally slated for January, this later start date will provide an opportunity for more students to enroll, providing a more robust learning environment.
This
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/bsc-certified-medical-assistant-(cma)-program-starts-march-7/
(KFYR-TV) Wayne Wolf, host of ND Today, welcomes BSC Rodeo coach Jon Peek to the studio to visit about the upcoming BSC Rodeo sponsored camps, clinics and collegiate rodeo.
https://www.kfyrtv.com/video/2025/08/07/nd-today-bismarck-state-college-bsc-rodeo/
(KFYR-TV) Wayne Wolf, host of ND Today, welcomes BSC Dean of Students Lea Quam and BSC student Graysen Connolly to the studio to visit about BSC Homecoming and how the community can join in the festivities!
https://www.kfyrtv.com/video/2025/10/02/nd-today-bismarck-state-college-homecoming-festivities/
Bismarck State College (BSC) is seeking comments from the public about the College in preparation for its periodic evaluation by its regional accrediting agency, the Higher Learning Commission. BSC will host a visit April 29-May 1, 2019, with a team representing the Higher Learning Commission. BSC has
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/bscseekingcommentsinpreparationforhighlearningcommissioneval/
Bismarck State College will lower its COVID-19 risk level from Level 4 High Risk to Level 3 Moderate Risk effective Monday, Jan. 11. A number of factors played into this decision including BSC’s rolling positivity rate which has remained near zero percent for several weeks.
The risk level
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/bsc-lowers-risk-level-on-campus-masks-social-distancing-other-mitigation-remain-in-place/
The BSC Carpentry students are showcasing their home building skills by inviting the public to come tour their 2017-18 BSC Carpentry house and meet the builders. The open house style event is Thursday, May 10 and Friday, May 11 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 3926 Meridian Dr. in Bismarck.
Each year,
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/2018bsccarpentryhouse/
Marathon Oil said it is achieving success as it aims to expand its position in North Dakota's Bakken shale.
The Houston-based oil producer said it is producing strong results at a new, four-well site in North Dakota's Dunn County that's known as the Ajax area of the shale basin. The initial results
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/marathonseesexpandedsuccessinbakken/
BSC is proud to once again be participating in the Little Black Dress Campaign, a poverty awareness event led by United Way's Women United. During the week of Sept. 17-20, our BSC team "BSC Back in Black" will be wearing the same little black dress every day to demonstrate the effects poverty
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/bsclittleblackdress2018/
The Center for Energy Workforce Development (CEWD) and member companies began working together to create a Careers in Energy Week in 2010. The purpose is to increase the public's awareness about energy careers through a concerted nationwide effort. This year's Careers in Energy Week will be October
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/careersinenergyweek/
The Gannon Gallery at Bismarck State College will display an all-media exhibit by Century High School art students March 6-30.
Reception for the students in grades nine through 12 takes place Thursday, March 9, from 4 to 6 p.m. in the new Library-English-Art building at 1400 Schafer Street.
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/2017chsartexhibit/
Applications are now open for more than $25,000 in scholarships that have been announced under the North Dakota University System's BakkenU initiative.
Now entering its third year, the NDUS Foundation has awarded $15,000 in BakkenU scholarships while the five BakkenU institutions have made several
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/201718bakkenu/
As part of their ArtsQuest celebration, Bismarck State College presents their annual Collage Concert and Spring Choral Concert.
Audiences will enjoy a seamless performance during BSC’s popular Collage Concert Tuesday, April 10, in Sidney J. Lee Auditorium.
Set for 7:30
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/2018collageconcert/
The Bismarck State College Foundation has recognized 85 Bismarck State College students as recipients of technical and energy scholarships. These scholarship are payable for the Spring 2018 semester and will help students pursue a technical or energy degree from BSC.
The BSC Foundation is committed
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/2018techandenergyscholarships/
The Great Plains & EmPower ND Energy Conference on Oct. 11 has been moved from Bismarck State College to the Ramada Bismarck, 1400 East Interchange Avenue.
Registration is closed for the event, and all pre-registered attendees can check-in for the event starting at 7:30 a.m. on Tuesday,
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/conferencelocationchange/
Books & Brew
Location: BSC Student Union (1425 Schafer St.)
Day: January 12
Time: 8 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Visit the Library Table at the BSC Student Union on January 12 from 8 AM to 11 AM, check out a book, and receive a coupon for a discount on a drink at Mystic Java. Enjoy reading and a special
https://bismarckstate.edu/events/booksnbrew_jan12/
Books & Brew
Location: BSC Student Union (1425 Schafer St.)
Day: April 22
Time: 8 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Visit the Library Table at the BSC Student Union on April 22 from 8 AM to 11 AM, check out a book, and receive a coupon for a discount on a drink at Mystic Java. Enjoy reading
https://bismarckstate.edu/events/booksnbrew_apr/
Books & Brew
Location: BSC Student Union (1425 Schafer St.)
Day: August 26
Time: 8 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Visit the Library Table at the BSC Student Union on August 26 from 8 AM to 11 AM, check out a book, and receive a coupon for a discount on a drink at Mystic Java. Enjoy reading
https://bismarckstate.edu/events/booksnbrew_aug/
Do you know someone who would be interested in a quality education offered at Bismarck State College?
We would appreciate you sharing your experience at BJC/BSC and encourage a future Mystic to check out BSC online or arrange a visit to the BSC campus.
Upon completion of the surveys we
https://bismarckstate.edu/alumnifoundation/about/onceamystic/
https://bismarckstate.edu/admissions/visitcampus/campus-tour-video/
Online Preliminary Test
https://bismarckstate.edu/community/youth/knowyourstate/important-details/
Job Shadowing and/or Lab Exercises Requirements
As an enrolled student in the Power Generation Technology, Process Technology, Petroleum Production Technology or Water & Wastewater Technology program, you are required to complete job shadowing and/or lab exercises to successfully complete the Practical
https://bismarckstate.edu/forms/practicalapps/
Looking for graduates to fill job openings in your company? Recruitment opportunities are available for companies interested in hiring BSC students:
Posting a position:
Companies that have an open position can have it posted on Job Seekers Network free of charge! Job Seekers Network is an online
https://bismarckstate.edu/energy/industry/workforce/hire/
Bismarck State College's National Energy Center of Excellence (NECE) works with employers in various energy industry sectors to meet their workforce needs.
We would like to hear from you whether you’re looking to hire graduates from one specific discipline or many.
We work with you
https://bismarckstate.edu/energy/industry/workforce/
Employers who qualify for OSHA's Safety and Health Achievement Recognition Program, or SHARP, receive exemption from OSHA general schedule enforcement inspections. To qualify, you must receive a comprehensive consultation visit, correct all identified hazards and demonstrate that effective safety and
https://bismarckstate.edu/continuingeducation/ndosh/sharp/
The Paramedic program at Bismarck State College has received continuing accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs.
Approval took place Jan. 21, when BSC was cited for the program’s “substantial compliance” with the nationally
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/paramedicprogramreceivesaccreditation/
Bismarck State College hosts its Fall Open House on Friday, Oct. 20, for high school juniors and seniors to explore the campus, learn about programs and get information on how to apply.
Open House hours are 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in the BSC National Energy Center of Excellence Bavendick Stateroom
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/2017fallopenhouse/
Bismarck State College hosts its Summer Open House on Friday, June 8, for high school juniors and seniors to explore campus, learn about programs and get information regarding how to apply to BSC.
Students will have opportunities to visit with representatives from Admissions, Financial Aid and other
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/2018summeropenhouse/
Bismarck State College hosts its Summer Open House on Friday, June 7, for high school juniors and seniors and recent graduates to explore campus, learn about programs and get information regarding how to apply.
Prospective students will have opportunities to visit with representatives from Admissions,
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/highschooljuniorsandseniorsinvitedtoexplorebscjune7/
Five candidates have accepted invitations to visit Bismarck State College to interview for the position of president. Candidates will visit the campus March 2-5. Additional information about each candidate and a schedule of campus and community open forums with the candidates will be released later
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/five-candidates-selected-for-bismarck-state-college-president-position/
Bismarck State College hosts its Fall Open House on Friday, Oct. 19, for high school juniors and seniors to explore the campus, learn about programs and get information on how to apply.
Open House hours are 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in the BSC National Energy Center of Excellence Bavendick Stateroom
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/2018fallopenhouse/
Bismarck State College will hold its Explore BSC event on Friday, Oct. 17, for prospective college students to explore program options and the BSC college experience. The event runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. (CST) at the new BSC Advanced Technology Center, 1220 Schafer Street, Bismarck.
Explore
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/prospective-college-students-are-invited-to-explore-bsc-on-oct-17/
(KFYR-TV) U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona tours BSC and holds round table discussions with educational leaders to discuss challenges in ND.
https://www.kfyrtv.com/2023/06/23/us-secretary-education-visits-bismarck-state-college-explore-career-technical-education-programs/
Whether you've been accepted or you're just looking into college options, you're invited to Explore BSC! Come all day or part of the day! Pick and choose what you want to do.
October 17, 2025
Advanced Technology Center
1200 Schafer St., Bismarck, ND
10 AM – 3 PM (CST)
Check-in begins
https://bismarckstate.edu/events/explorebsc/