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Bismarck State College: Beyond traditional college
Success these days demands being ready for anything. That's why Bismarck State College has emerged as a leader for educational innovation - a community college with a global reach. Online and in the classroom, we lay the groundwork for further education in hundreds of fields, and teach the skills and technology needed for good jobs in a changing world. BSC gives you the education choices you need, so you can reach beyond to the life you imagine. It's a place of endless opportunities for learning and advancing toward a rewarding future.
Transfer - For almost any bachelor's degree or graduate program, BSC is the place to start. You can complete the first and second year of studies toward a bachelor's degree in nearly any field. Students earn an associate in arts or associate in science degree. BSC graduates have successfully transferred to every college in North Dakota and to hundreds of colleges and universities throughout the country. Credits from BSC transfer easily, so take your pick of majors. Reach for your beyond!
Technical - Pursue a degree or certification in one of more than 35 technical programs and you can be working in a good job in just two years or less. In fact, many BSC programs have been developed to fill the needs of area businesses and industries. Completion leads to a program certificate, program diploma, or associate in applied science degree. You'll learn the skills of your chosen trade and get great help with job placement.
Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) in Energy Management - BSC's unique bachelor's degree is geared to those seeking supervisory and management positions in the energy industry. The program is offered entirely online.
Limited enrollment, technical programs have openings
These limited enrollment programs have openings for the fall semester, beginning Aug. 24.
Carpentry, a one-year program, is designed to teach students all aspects of residential carpentry from framing to cabinetmaking by building a single-frame home. Students earn a certificate, diploma, or AAS degree, depending on general education courses they take.
Electronics/Telecommunications Technology is a two-year program, leading to a diploma or AAS degree. Students learn entry-level skills required for the diversified electronics and telecommunications industries.
For potential openings in the on-campus programs in Power Plant Technology, Process Plant Technology, and Renewable Generation Technology at the National Energy Center of Excellence, call 701-224-2475. If the programs are full, students could take those classes online.
English class designed for military students
Veterans and service members will have their own English composition course this fall at BSC. English 110 is scheduled M-W-F at 1 p.m. The first of its kind at BSC, the military-students-only class is part of BSC's effort to become a military-friendly college and to help military personnel re-integrate into civilian life, especially those who have been deployed.
Registration begins by contacting the BSC Veterans Services office in Schafer Hall, Room 111, for enrollment or transfer. For more information, call 701-224-2575 or BSC.Veterans.Office@bsc.nodak.edu.
Administrative assistant program offered online
The Administrative Assistant/General program is now available entirely online at BSC. Students can earn a certificate or associate in applied science degree. The program prepares students for careers in administrative support staff positions in a wide variety of offices.
Other BSC online programs are Criminal Justice, Electronics, Geographic Information Systems, Human Services, Human Services-Eligibility Worker, Information Processing Specialist, Instrumentation & Control Technology, Management, and Web Page Development and Design.
In addition, these seven energy programs are offered online: Electric Power, Electrical Transmission Systems, Power Plant, Process Plant, Nuclear Power, and Renewable Generation technologies, and the Bachelor of Applied Science degree in Energy Management.
For information on BSC's online programs, go to bismarckstate.edu/online or call 224-5715.
Electronics technology certificate available online
BSC now offers a one-year certificate program in Electronics Technology, beginning in the fall semester. The program, available on campus and online, is appropriate for incumbent workers who need electronics credentials, and for those beginning a new career.
The program provides a basic electronics background directly applicable to the job market.
BSC has offered a two-year program in Electronics/Telecommunications Technology for many years. Once students complete the one-year program in Electronics Technology, they may also choose to continue their education toward an associate in applied science degree in Electronics/Telecommunications, or in Instrumentation & Control Technology.
Get a good look at BSC during a campus tour
The Admissions/Enrollment Services Office offers tours to prospective
students. During tours students can see classrooms, lab facilities, student
activities areas, and visit the residence halls, including the new Lidstrom
Hall. Student ambassadors give visitors an insider's view of the campus
through the eyes of a current BSC student.
During a campus visit, students can also visit with a professor and an
admissions representative. Professors provide students with information
regarding specific programs of study, and admissions representatives can
help simplify the application process. Many students and parents also visit
with the Financial Aid Office during their campus visit.
To schedule your campus tour, go to BSC Campus Tours. We look
forward to showing you around our beautiful campus!
BSC Foundation scholarships available
More than 300 academic scholarships are available to Bismarck State College
students for the 2009-10 academic year through the BSC Foundation. Amounts
range from $500 to $2,000. In addition to academic scholarships, the BSC
Foundation also awards scholarships in journalism, band, chorus, theater,
visual arts, and many other areas of study. Part-time scholarships are also
available.
BSC Foundation scholarships are available to incoming freshmen and
sophomores regardless of other scholarship awards. To view the opportunities
and apply, go to the BSC Foundation Scholarship Web site.
For questions, call 701-224-2486 or e-mail
Christina.Burns@bsc.nodak.edu.
ACT is a must for BSC admission
Are you under the age of 25? Are you planning to enroll at Bismarck State
College?
If you answered yes to both of those questions, make sure you complete your
college admission exam early. All students who plan to enroll at BSC are
required to submit an ACT score report as part of the admissions process.
Your ACT scores are the key to starting your college education. Scores are
used to place students in the right levels of math and English classes and
also qualify students for admission into certain limited enrollment
technical programs.
ACT registration packets may be obtained from your local high school or
register online at the ACT Website.
BSC does not require students to take the writing portion of the ACT.
For BSC's specific score requirements for math, reading and English courses
or for the limited enrollment technical programs, please visit our
Testing and Assessment Web
site.
Financial aid easy to understand with online video
Trying to learn the ins and outs of financial aid? Bismarck State College
has an online video financial aid counseling service to help you understand
college financial aid and the steps needed to apply for aid.
Financial Aid TV features short video clips with answers to many commonly
asked questions. Examples are "How do I know if I qualify for financial
aid?" and "What is a Pell Grant?"
"The Financial Aid TV service provides BSC's financial aid department with
another tool to assist students with applying for financial aid programs,"
said Jeff Jacobs, BSC financial aid director. "The service also allows our
department to connect with students on how to apply for aid when they are
not face-to-face with a financial aid adviser, which is a tremendous help to
the student."
To view the videos, go to BSC
Financial Ad TV.
Students interested in receiving financial aid should apply before the March
15 deadline. The school code to enter for Bismarck State College is 002988.
Students who miss this deadline are still encouraged to apply, as they may
be eligible for student loans.
For more information regarding Federal and State financial aid, visit our
BSC Financial Aid Web site.
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