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Tuition & Fees

The information on this page provides students with a breakdown of Bismarck State College's Tuition and Fee Rates per Academic Year. An Academic Year consists of Fall, Spring, and Summer terms. The tuition and Mandatory Fee information provided on this page is based on a per-credit basis. Mandatory
https://bismarckstate.edu/admissions/payingforcollege/tuitionfees/

Estimate Your Tuition

Quick Cost Estimator 2025-2026 Cost Estimation Worksheet 2024-2025 Cost Estimation Worksheet 2023-2024 Cost Estimation Worksheet
https://bismarckstate.edu/admissions/payingforcollege/tuitionfees/estimateyourtuition/

Tuition Waivers

Similar to scholarships, waivers are used to alleviate college expenses without the obligation of repayment. A waiver represents a specific monetary value applied to tuition, fees, or residence hall costs, contingent on the type of waiver granted to the student. Waivers are non-refundable
https://bismarckstate.edu/admissions/payingforcollege/tuitionfees/waiversandguidelines/

EPCE Tuition Rates

The Electric Power Technology Program has 2 tuition rates; an EPCE and a Non-EPCE rate.  Visit the EPCE Website to find out if your company is a member of EPCE. If your company is NOT a member of EPCE, you have the option to receive the EPCE tuition and fees rate by becoming an individual EPCE
https://bismarckstate.edu/academics/programs/careertechnicalprograms/elpw/tuition/

EPCE Tuition Rates

EPCE Tuition Rates The Nuclear Power Technology Program has 2 tuition rates; an EPCE and a Non-EPCE rate. Check if your company is a member of EPCE. If your company is NOT a member of EPCE, you have the option to receive the EPCE tuition and fees rate by becoming an individual EPCE member if
https://bismarckstate.edu/academics/programs/careertechnicalprograms/nupt/tuition/

Local business provides HVAC student with tuition reimbursement

H.A. Thompson & Sons hired Deven Ehrlich of Bismarck during the summer of 2018. They encouraged him to go to school for HVAC in the fall and to apply for their tuition reimbursement program. “I pursued it because I wanted to expand my knowledge,” said Ehrlich.   After completing
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/bscmagazine/summer2019/localbusinessprovideshvacstudentwithtuitionreimbursement/

Past Tuition & Fee Rates

2022-2023 Tuition & Fees 2021-2022 Tuition & Fees 2020-2021 Tuition & Fees 2019-2020 Tuition & Fees 2018-2019 Tuition & Fees 2017-2018 Tuition & Fees 2016-2017 Tuition & Fees 2015-2016 Tuition & Fees 2014-2015 Tuition & Fees 2013-2014 Tuition
https://bismarckstate.edu/admissions/payingforcollege/tuitionfees/pasttuitionfeerates/

Tuition Reimbursement

If you are submitting a request to have a third party, an outside agency/business, reimburse your tuition and need official documents from BSC, submit the Tuition Reimbursement form to BSC Student Finance.    The student cannot have an outstanding balance. Complete and save the Tuition
https://bismarckstate.edu/admissions/payingforcollege/studentfinance/tuition-reimbursement/

Military Tuition Assistance

Bismarck State College supports military service members, veterans, and their families in achieving their educational goals.  Military Tuition Assistance programs are available to provide financial aid options to help you pursue higher education without financial barriers. Whether you're active
https://bismarckstate.edu/students/services/veterans/military-tuition-assistance/

BSC Metallica Scholars program is rocking free tuition and scholarships to train for high-demand jobs in 2024-25

Bismarck State College (BSC) has been selected as one of 18 nationwide recipients to join the prestigious Metallica Scholars Initiative (MSI), a major workforce education initiative launched in 2019 by All Within My Hands (AWMH) and the American Association of Community College (AACC) to support career
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/bsc-metallica-scholars-program-is-rocking-free-tuition-and-scholarships-to-train-for-high-demand-jobs-in-2024-25-/

BSC offering free tuition in high-demand career programs

Bismarck State College has received more than $315K in grant funding to offer individuals enrolling in a high-demand career program free tuition, fees and textbooks. The BSC In-Demand Careers Scholarship removes the financial barrier to train for an in-demand career as well as provides a bridge for
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/bsc-offering-free-tuition-in-high-demand-career-programs/

BSC celebrates construction milestone, announces tuition programs

(The Bismarck Tribune) Bismarck State College on Wednesday laid the final steel beam for a $47 million Polytechnic Education Center and announced a free tuition program for eligible incoming students.
https://bismarcktribune.com/news/state-regional/education/bismarck-state-college-polytechnic-center-great-plains-promise-free-tuition/article_5ea8e29a-c089-11ee-91c5-c35e81f97981.html

ND Dual-Credit Tuition Scholarship

This scholarship rewards college students for taking dual-credit coursework as a high school student.  To qualify, students must meet the eligibility criteria, complete an application with the ND University System (NDUS), and provide all supporting documentation. To qualify for the scholarship,
https://bismarckstate.edu/admissions/payingforcollege/scholarships/nddualcredittuitionscholarship/

Bismarck State College's tuition benefits fuel employee Andrew Mantz’s academic pursuit

(Grand Forks Herald/Prairie Business) Andrew Mantz will graduate this spring with a Bachelor of Applied Science in Finance from Bismarck State College. A senior majoring in finance, Mantz is the Bismarck State College Bookstore manager.
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/httpswwwgrandforksheraldcomprairie-businessbismarck-state-colleges-tuition-benefits-fuel-employee-andrew-mantzs-academic-pursuit/

Harvestone & BSC Sponsorship Program

Are you a high school student or aspiring professional looking for a career in skilled labor? Harvestone Low Carbon Partners, in collaboration with Bismarck State College, is offering a fully funded sponsorship program to help you pursue a career in  Process Technology.
https://bismarckstate.edu/energy/scholarships/harvestonebsc/

800s: Financial Affairs

Policy Number Policy Name 803.1 Purchasing Policy 803.1 Purchasing Policy Procedure 803.4 Purchase Cards Operational Procedure 805.3 Application Fee Waiver - Active Duty Military and Veterans Operational Procedure 806.1 Food
https://bismarckstate.edu/policies-and-procedures/800s-financial-affairs/

Valero Partnership

BSC and Valero have partnered to help Valero employees complete their education and advance their careers. By participating in Valero’s BOT program, you've already earned 12 credits toward an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Power Process Technology degree. Now, you can finish your degree entirely
https://bismarckstate.edu/energy/nece/partnerships/valeropartnership/

Recognition

https://bismarckstate.edu/about/recognition/

Metallica Scholars

Ride the Lightning to your dreams with the Metallica Scholars scholarship program, designed to help you Fade to Black on financial barriers. Support is available NOW to Seek & Destroy tuition fees for the Industrial Automation & Robotics, Mechanical Maintenance
https://bismarckstate.edu/energy/scholarships/metallicascholars/

Drop/Withdraw/Appeal

This allows students to discontinue enrollment in a particular course, but to maintain enrollment in some courses for the semester or withdraw to zero credits for the semester.  All course drops must be completed in CampusConnection.  Students withdrawing completely from Bismarck State College
https://bismarckstate.edu/academics/records/withdrawdrop/

Course Drop or Withdraw to Zero Credits

This page assists students with a course drop or withdraw to zero credits.  There are many items to take into consideration, please review the following information before dropping or withdrawing.
https://bismarckstate.edu/academics/records/withdrawdrop/course-drop-or-withdraw-to-zero-credits/

Drop/Withdraw FAQs

You CANNOT withdraw from all courses or drop your last class in Campus Connection.  Attempting to do so may result in loss of refund, due to the class being dropped after the 100% tuition refund date according to the Dates and Deadlines Calendar for the term of enrollment. ** There is no refund
https://bismarckstate.edu/academics/records/withdrawdrop/withdrawdrop-frequently-asked-questions/

Drop/Withdraw Appeal

The drop/withdraw appeal is used for students wanting to appeal their transcript record and/or tuition and fee charges.    Form must be submitted by the end of the next semester (excluding summer). Documentation must show a specific date that the extenuating circumstance took place. 
https://bismarckstate.edu/academics/records/withdrawdrop/academic-records-dropwithdraw-appeal/

Past Mandatory Fees

2022-2023 Mandatory Fees 2021-2022 Mandatory Fees 2020-2021 Mandatory Fees 2019-2020 Mandatory Fees 2018-2019 Mandatory Fees 2017-2018 Mandatory Fees 2016-2017 Mandatory Fees 2015-2016 Mandatory Fees 2014-2015 Mandatory Fees 2013-2014 Mandatory Fees
https://bismarckstate.edu/admissions/payingforcollege/tuitionfees/pastmandatoryfees/

Past Class Fees

August 7, 2021-January 9, 2021 January 2021-August 6, 2021 August 2018-December 2020 2018-2019 Class Fees 2017-2018 Class Fees 2016-2017 Class Fees 2015-2016 Class Fees 2014-2015 Class Fees 2013-2014 Class Fees
https://bismarckstate.edu/admissions/payingforcollege/tuitionfees/pastclassfees/

Mystic-Marauder Community Commitment

Get a private school education at a public school price! With an opportunity like this, it would be silly not to start at Bismarck State College! To make education more affordable and within reach, the University of Mary has launched an amazing opportunity for BSC alumni. Graduates from BSC with
https://bismarckstate.edu/academics/records/transferinfo/transferfrombsc/nd-transfer-agreements/mystic-marauder-community-commitment/

BAS Course Waiver

Pursuant to SBHE Policy 820, BSC may offer a waiver for one free BAS course at BSC to students meeting eligibility requirements.   Waiver Details: The amount of the waiver will not exceed the base tuition for one 300-level course.  Eligibility is determined prior to the start of
https://bismarckstate.edu/forms/one-free-bas-course-waiver-procedureapplication/

Opportunity Waiver

Pursuant to SBHE Policy 820, BSC may offer a waiver to BSC to students meeting certain eligibility requirements.   Opportunity Waivers are intended to encourage enrollment of a culturally diverse student body for the benefit of all students and the academic community.   Waiver Details: Waiver
https://bismarckstate.edu/forms/opportunity-waiver/

Operations Management Waiver

Pursuant to SBHE Policy 820, BSC may offer a waiver towards course tuition at BSC to students meeting eligibility requirements.   Waiver Details: Maximum of $500 (full-time 12+ credits) or $250 (part-time, taking 6 to 11 credits) awarded per semester for each semester. The waiver applies
https://bismarckstate.edu/forms/operations-management-waiver/

Flex Start Classes

BSC has a variety of flex start class options available starting later than the typical start dates. You can even add a flex start class up until the day before the class starts. Anytime is the right time to enroll in classes at BSC! If you have not applied yet for admission to BSC, the first step
https://bismarckstate.edu/academics/registration/flex-start-classes/

Become a Student

Welcome to Bismarck State College's Cybersecurity Center! We look forward to working with you as a student of the nation's premier provider of cybersecurity education and training. If you have questions at any time please contact us at BSC.cybersecurity@bismarckstate.edu or 701.224.5755. The
https://bismarckstate.edu/cybersecurity/become-a-student/

Additional Resources

Courses in cybersecurity at Bismarck State College are currently 16 weeks in length online or on campus.
https://bismarckstate.edu/cybersecurity/become-a-student/additional-information-for-students/

Calendar & Deadlines

The Dates and Deadlines Schedule lists the add, drop and withdrawal deadlines. It also includes the last day to drop/withdrawal for 100% tuition refund. All add, drop, withdrawal and tuition refunds are based on the class start and end date. To locate the deadlines for your class(es), match up the
https://bismarckstate.edu/academics/records/calendarsdeadlines/

Army

ArmyIgnitED is the virtual gateway for Soldiers to request Tuition Assistance (TA) online, anytime for classroom, distance learning and eArmyU online college courses.       Get started Complete the BSC admission process and enroll in classes at BSC before using
https://bismarckstate.edu/admissions/militaryresources/army/

Additional Benefits

Application Fee Waiver for Active Duty Military: The $35 Admission fee will be waived for students who provide documentation of current active duty military status. Proper documentation includes a copy of one of the following: Common Access Card (CAC) - copy (front side) of Military ID indicating active
https://bismarckstate.edu/students/services/veterans/benefits/

Services for Online Students

Useful Links Academic Calendar (Add/Drop Deadlines) Bookstore (Order Textbooks) Financial Aid Library Graduation Requirements Testing Services Transferring to BSC Tuition & Fees Student Accessibility Services Veterans Services
https://bismarckstate.edu/bsc-online/services/

Registering for Class

Once your admissions file is complete, you will be notified by email that you are eligible to register for courses. Your registration email contains the following important information: Registration is completed using CampusConnection. To be able to register you must have your CampusConnection
https://bismarckstate.edu/bsc-online/registeringforclass/

Get Started

Becoming a Student Degree Programs & Course Offerings How to Request Joint Service Transcripts (JST) Application for Admission Placement Testing Transfer Credits Registering for Classes Buy Books BSC Academic Services About
https://bismarckstate.edu/admissions/militaryresources/started/

Registering for Classes

Once your admissions file is complete, you will be notified by email that you are eligible to register for classes. Your registration email contains the following important information: Registration is completed using CampusConnection (http://studentadmin.connectnd.us). To be able to register
https://bismarckstate.edu/admissions/militaryresources/started/registering/

Military Students

Military Tuition Assistance (Military TA) Military TA can cover BSC tuition costs only. Mandatory fees and class fees are not covered by TA, and are the direct responsibility of the student, per the Department of Defense.  **Military students may qualify for the North Dakota Military/Veteran
https://bismarckstate.edu/admissions/payingforcollege/tuitionfees/militarystudents/

Residency

Effective Fall 2022, BSC will offer the ND in-state resident tuition rate to the following states/provinces: CO, ID, IA, KS, MN, MT, ND, NE, SD, UT, WY, MB and SK.  Residency for tuition purposes is determined through information the student provides on the Admission application to
https://bismarckstate.edu/admissions/payingforcollege/tuitionfees/residency/

Tax Information

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/

Limited Enrollment

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https://bismarckstate.edu/admissions/howtoapply/limitedenrollment/

Past Dates and Deadlines

The Dates and Deadlines Schedule lists by class length, the add, drop and withdrawal deadlines. It also includes the last day to drop/withdrawal for 100% tuition refund. All add, drop, withdrawal and tuition refunds are based on the class start and end date. To locate the deadlines for your class(es),
https://bismarckstate.edu/academics/records/calendarsdeadlines/pastdatesanddeadlines/

Trying to figure out your future?

Are you looking for a college education that gives you solid employment prospects and less time in the classroom, at a lower cost?  Consider enrolling in Power Plant Technology or Process Plant Technology and begin your future at Bismarck State College in January. Enroll now! Graduates from
https://bismarckstate.edu/energy/transfer/

Energy Classroom Spring Start Acknowledgment

https://bismarckstate.edu/forms/energyclassroomspringstartacknowledgment/

Veterans

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/

Bismarck State College freshman enrollment up 6 percent

Bismarck State College has maintained its position as the third largest college in the North Dakota University System with 3,778 students enrolled this fall – a 1 percent increase over last year. Freshman numbers are up 6 percent.   North Dakotans make up 82 percent of the student population
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/bismarckstatecollegefreshmanenrollmentup6percent/

Bill would offer free year for STEM students at ND colleges

This proposed program would help give students confidence and assurance in the degree that they are earning. Sometimes it’s difficult for students to commit to coming back to school because they may have a fear of taking on debt or possibly the fear not being able to find placement afterwards.
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/billwouldofferfreeyearforstemstudentatndcolleges/

Emergency grant funding available for BSC students with pandemic-related expenses

https://bismarckstate.edu/news/emergency-grant-funding-available-for-bsc-students-with-pandemic-related-expenses/

Bismarck State College expands community partnerships and scholarships

(KX12) BSC placed the final beam on the new expansion to the campus — a multipurpose facility that cost $47 million to build. The beam placing was just one major event that took place at the celebration. During the festivities, Dr. Jensen also announced the creation of the Great Plains Promise,
https://www.kxnet.com/news/local-news/bismarck-state-college-expands-community-partnerships-and-scholarships/

BSC launches Great Plains Promise to help relieve financial burden on students

(KFYR-TV) Bismarck State College is removing some financial barriers by offering free tuition for students who qualify.
https://www.kfyrtv.com/2024/02/13/bsc-launches-great-plains-promise-help-relieve-financial-burden-students/

Bismarck Public Schools

Bismarck State College and Bismarck Public Schools are proud to offer students the opportunity to earn up to 28 college credits while in high school.  Students who complete the following courses can then apply the 28 college credits towards the Instrumentation & Control or Electronics/Telecommunications
https://bismarckstate.edu/energy/nece/partnerships/bps/

Loans

An education loan is a form of financial aid that must be repaid, with interest. Eligibility may be based on tuition costs and financial need for the loan. Each loan type comes with certain eligibility requirements and terms that must be met. Federal loans require acceptance into a degree
https://bismarckstate.edu/admissions/payingforcollege/applyingforaid/typesofaid/loans/

BSC Employees and Family

All benefited employees are eligible for tuition waivers/tuition assistance for continuing education subject to the limits and regulations in the Tuition Waiver/Assistance Policy. Family Scholarships Bismarck State College Foundation will provide a tuition scholarship to spouse, domestic partners
https://bismarckstate.edu/admissions/payingforcollege/applyingforaid/typesofaid/bscemployeesandfamily/

ND Scholars Program

This program provides merit-based, full-tuition scholarships to qualifying North Dakota high school graduates who choose to earn undergraduate degrees in North Dakota.  The amount of the scholarship is equal to the tuition rate charged at the scholar’s institution, not to exceed the highest
https://bismarckstate.edu/admissions/payingforcollege/scholarships/ndscholarsprogram/

Veteran Responsibilities

Generally, Veterans using their GI Bill education benefits must do the following: If you use MGIB Chapter 1606 or Chapter 30 benefits, verify your attendance on or after the last day of each month that you attend training. This can be accomplished by using the WAVE system at: www.gibill.va.gov/wave/index.do or
https://bismarckstate.edu/students/services/veterans/apply/veteran/

Third Party

A Third Party is an outside agency/business that submits a check or contract authorizing BSC to invoice them for all or a portion of account charges. An Account Charge is a BSC expense on the student account, such as: student tuition, course fees, mandatory fees, room, board, books, or equipment. Any
https://bismarckstate.edu/admissions/payingforcollege/billingpayment/thirdparty/

Bookstore Charging

Bookstore Charging to a Third Party A third party contract must be submitted to  BSC Student Finance Services at least 24 hours (not counting weekends) prior to the time you plan on charging books at the BSC Bookstore.   Allow 24 hours for processing time once BSC Student Finance Services
https://bismarckstate.edu/admissions/payingforcollege/billingpayment/thirdparty/charging/

Grow Your Own Workforce

How are you filling your employee pipeline? Many companies struggle to recruit and retain skilled employees who are interested in long-term careers at an energy facility, at the same time companies are facing a loss of institutional knowledge due to retirements.  BSC can help fill the gap by
https://bismarckstate.edu/energy/industry/workforce/gyo/

Getting Started

Apply for GI Bill   Read Veterans Responsibilities.   Choose a specific program of study. View our Academic Programs or contact the Counseling and Career Services office at 701-224-5752.   Verify that your program of study is VA approved by emailing bsc.military@bismarckstate.edu.    Submit
https://bismarckstate.edu/students/services/veterans/gettingstarted/

Scholarship Donors

  Donors to the BSC Foundation gather for the annual President's Club Dinner at the Bismarck State College Bavendick Stateroom. At the Bismarck State College Foundation, we are fortunate to have the support of many individuals and organizations across our community,
https://bismarckstate.edu/alumnifoundation/foundation/scholarships/

Administrative Assistant/General

Program Level - Undergraduate Certificate Program Length -9 months
https://bismarckstate.edu/academics/programs/careertechnicalprograms/disclosure/general/

Student Finance

The Student Finance office can help you with the following: Estimating or Paying Tuition and Fees Military Tuition Assistance Veterans Tuition Assistance Residency Waivers and Guidelines Billing and payment options Authorize Payer Payment Plan Options Third Party Third
https://bismarckstate.edu/admissions/payingforcollege/studentfinance/

Additional Information for Online Students

Courses in the energy programs at Bismarck State College run in a block style format, with new classes beginning every 3 to 8 weeks online. This means that course material moves quickly, and it is essential to your success as a student to be prepared to immediately begin coursework at the beginning
https://bismarckstate.edu/energy/becomeastudent/onlinestudentinfo/

Ashley

BSC Practical Nursing Program at the Ashley Medical Center The Bismarck State College (BSC) Practical Nursing program was established at the Ashley Medical Center in Ashley, N.D., as a way to give individuals in and around that community the opportunity to become a nurse locally. How the
https://bismarckstate.edu/academics/programs/liberalartstransferprograms/nursing/dnp/ashley/

Faculty & Staff

Summer, 2018 Bismarck State College, North Dakota’s Polytechnic Institution, is dedicated to student success. Our campus positions are student-centered to provide high quality campus services and hands-on learning experiences.   We offer rewarding work opportunities with a competitive
https://bismarckstate.edu/employment/faculty-and-staff/

Life at BSC

BSC employees make a difference to students and the community every day. From payroll specialist to professor, from admissions counselor to groundskeeper – we are all, ultimately focused on our students and their success. We know that a college education opens doors and changes lives. That work
https://bismarckstate.edu/employment/faculty-and-staff/lifeatbsc/

How To Pay

Tuition and fees on the student account are due by the first day of class. All other charges such as late fees, fines, etc. are due the date incurred.  
https://bismarckstate.edu/academics/collegecreditinhighschool/how-to-pay/

Pathways

Programs offered by polytechnic institutions are developed in partnership with employers, alumni, and other working professionals. BSC has dozens of business leaders sitting on our Program Advisory Committees. These groups provide strategic advice, and feedback to our faculty and leadership team on
https://bismarckstate.edu/polytechnic/career-pathways/

Estimated Costs

Books - $450 Tools and Supplies - $500 (purchased at BSC Bookstore) Laptop computer - $500 * (purchased first semester - must be purchased before semester starts) Tuition - Go to Student Finance Course Fees - $150 (per semester)
https://bismarckstate.edu/academics/programs/electronics/estimated-costs/

Payment Plan Options

Agreeing to a monthly Payment Plan Option at BSC allows students a flexible option to pay their eligible charges.  Students who are approved to be on a Payment Plan and are current on their installments within a payment plan, will not incur late fees or student holds that prevent course registration. Payment
https://bismarckstate.edu/admissions/payingforcollege/billingpayment/payment-plan/

Rural Nursing Locations

Bismarck State College (BSC) Nursing Program offers nursing degree options (PN and/or AD-RN) at hospital in the North Dakota communities of Ashley, Harvey, Hazen, Hettinger and Garrison. The program allows individuals in these communities to earn their nursing degree through non-traditional means, eliminating
https://bismarckstate.edu/academics/programs/nursing/rural-nursing-locations/

Quick Cost Estimator

https://bismarckstate.edu/admissions/payingforcollege/tuitionfees/tuition-calculator/

Grow Your Own

Our objective is to help your business or industry: Recruit and retain skilled employees who are interested in long-term careers. Replace the loss of institutional knowledge due to retirement. At BSC, strong partnerships with business and industry are a key component to addressing these concerns.
https://bismarckstate.edu/polytechnic/business-and-industry/growyourown/

FAQ’s for Online Payments at BSC

https://bismarckstate.edu/admissions/payingforcollege/billingpayment/faqsonlinepayments/

Current Students

Log in to CampusConnection View your To-Do's, Holds, & Communications Accept Financial Obligation Agreement Plan your Degree Run your Academic Requirements Report
https://bismarckstate.edu/academics/registration/current-students/

BSC targets students who delayed college with 8-week course option

Students who delayed their studies because of COVID-19 can enroll in 8-week general education courses being offered by Bismarck State College (BSC) this fall. BSC’s FlexStart classes run from Oct. 19-Dec. 14 and are offered in a variety of formats including face-to-face, online and hybrid.
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/bsc-targets-students-who-delayed-college-with-8-week-course-option-/

More than $1.3M in scholarships available to students in BSC STEM programs

The National Science Foundation (NSF) has awarded Bismarck State College (BSC) $1,368,264 in grant funding to support scholarships for BSC Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) programs and to research factors associated with retention in STEM courses. Starting in Fall 2022, an
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/more-than-$13m-in-scholarships-available-to-students-in-bsc-stem-programs/

Budget reductions hit hard at Bismarck State College

As Bismarck State College (BSC) awaits a final budget from the North Dakota Legislature, the college’s decision makers vow to keep student services whole and continue high quality educational programming. A number of cuts since June allowed the college to meet the governor-directed allotment of
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/bscbudgetcuts/

BSC, Metallica Scholars scholarship program work to fill in-demand workforce needs

(KFYR-TV) The BSC Metallica Scholars scholarship program is designed to train individuals to fill in-demand jobs in Mechanical Maintenance and Welding. The program is funded by Metallica’s Foundation, All Within My Hands.
https://www.kfyrtv.com/2024/08/07/bsc-metallica-scholars-scholarship-program-work-fill-in-demand-workforce-needs/?fbclid=iwy2xjawehefzlehrua2flbqixmqabhbpzqgzenuyxcvqlurmgkncig700pp61kojocjktyuks-k3i5yducabgsw_aem_l24rikidtuflg-3ndakztw

BSC selected by Metallica Scholars Initiative to boost mechanical maintenance technology and welding program enrollment

Bismarck State College (BSC) has announced its selection as one of 18 nationwide recipients this year to join the prestigious Metallica Scholars Initiative (MSI). This honor comes as part of the largest expansion of the initiative to date, supported by a generous $75,000 grant aimed at enhancing the
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/bsc-selected-by-metallica-scholars-initiative/

Healthy Coping Skills

Stress Management, mindfulness exercise, and getting involved Students will learn how to decrease or replace unhealthy coping skills, how to cultivate resilience, and gain skills to recognize and manage their emotions effectively.  When Tuesday,
https://bismarckstate.edu/events/healthycopingskills/

Metallica Scholars at BSC: Your Turn to Take the Stage

Last year, more than 30 BSC students turned up the volume on their education with help from the Metallica Scholars Initiative. Now it’s your turn. Whether you're chasing a career in Automation & Robotics, Mechanical Maintenance, or Automotive Collision Technology, the Metallica Scholars
https://bismarckstate.edu/blog/metallicascholars2025/

College Credit in High School - Dual Credit

Taking college credit while in high school encompasses the college credits students receive in high school. There are two ways to receive college credit while in high school.   Dual Credit High School students enroll in a college course to receive both college and high school credit. These courses
https://bismarckstate.edu/academics/collegecreditinhighschool/

Energy Management

BSC offers the BAS in Energy Management to meet the needs and demands of the energy industry for qualified supervisors and managers, and to provide opportunities for energy workers to prepare for these positions of leadership. This program was developed in response to the nation's ever-increasing demand
https://bismarckstate.edu/academics/programs/enrg/