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BSC is North Dakota’s Polytechnic Institution, offering high-quality, affordable education with more than 100 career pathways, including two- and four-year degrees and short-term program certificates in high-demand fields like energy, healthcare, automation, agriculture, cybersecurity, and others. Dedicated to student success since 1939, BSC prepares students for high-priority occupations through comprehensive advising, flexible in-person and online course options and industry-driven curriculum.

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BSC is North Dakota’s Polytechnic Institution, offering high-quality, affordable education with more than 100 career pathways, including two- and four-year degrees and short-term program certificates in high-demand fields like energy, healthcare, automation, agriculture, cybersecurity, and others. Dedicated to student success since 1939, BSC prepares students for high-priority occupations through comprehensive advising, flexible in-person and online course options and industry-driven curriculum.

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BSC students named to the 2025 All-North Dakota Academic Team

Bismarck State College students are among those named to the 2025 All-North Dakota Academic Team, which recognizes students' academic achievements, leadership and service at a North Dakota community college.
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Academic Award - Apr 4

BSC students named to the 2024 All-North Dakota Academic Team

Bismarck State College students are among those named to the 2024 All-North Dakota Academic Team, which recognizes students' academic achievements, leadership and service at a North Dakota community college.
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Academic Award - 2024 Apr 11

BSC students named to the 2021 All-North Dakota Academic Team

Four Bismarck State College students are among the North Dakota community college students named to the 2021 All-North Dakota Academic Team, which recognizes the academic achievements of community college students.
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Academic Award - 2021 Mar 19

BSC recognizes Fall 2024 graduates

Bismarck State College is pleased to announce the following students who completed the coursework to graduate in Fall 2024.
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Graduation - Feb 25

BSC recognizes Summer 2024 graduates

Bismarck State College is pleased to announce the following students who completed the coursework to graduate in Summer 2024.
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Graduation - 2024 Oct 7

Dual Credit/Early Entry high school students earn degrees from BSC in Spring 2024

Thirteen area Dual Credit/Early Entry high school students graduated with a degree from Bismarck State College after completing the Spring 2024 semester and prior to their high school graduation ceremony. The graduates were recognized at the college's 84th commencement ceremony held on May 10, 2024.
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Graduation - 2024 Aug 9

Students enrolled in the BSC Fast Track program for Fall 2024

More than 1,100 high school students from North Dakota and South Dakota kick-started their college career at Bismarck State College while still in high school through the BSC Fast Track program in Fall 2024. BSC Fast Track allows high school sophomores, juniors and seniors to take college courses as Dual Credit or Early Entry to meet their high school graduation requirements and receive college credit all at the same time.
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Accepted - 2024 Oct 15

Students enrolled in the BSC Fast Track program for Spring 2024

More than 1,460 high school students from North Dakota, South Dakota and Washington kick-started their college career at Bismarck State College while still in high school through the BSC Fast Track program in Spring 2024. BSC Fast Track allows high school sophomores, juniors and seniors to take college courses as Dual Credit or Early Entry to meet their high school graduation requirements and receive college credit all at the same time.
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Accepted - 2024 Feb 28

Students enrolled in Dual Credit/Early Entry at BSC for Spring 2025

More than 1,500 high school students from North Dakota, South Dakota, Oklahoma and Washington have kick-started their college careers by enrolling in Dual Credit/Early Entry courses at Bismarck State College while still in high school. BSC Dual Credit and Early Entry allows high school sophomores, juniors and seniors to take college courses that meet their high school graduation requirements while receiving college credit at the same time.
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Accepted - Feb 24

Bismarck State College accepts students for Spring 2025

Bismarck State College is proud to welcome incoming students for the Spring 2025 semester. Many students are returning to BSC to continue their education, while others are just beginning their academic careers. No matter where you are in your journey, we're excited to help you discover the next version of you at BSC, North Dakota's Polytechnic Institution!
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Enrollment - Feb 24

Bismarck State College accepts students for Fall 2024

Bismarck State College is proud to welcome incoming students for the Fall 2024 semester. Many students are returning to BSC to continue their education while others are just beginning their academic career. No matter where you are in your journey, we're excited to help you discover the next version of you at North Dakota's only polytechnic institution!
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Enrollment - 2024 Oct 7

Bismarck State College accepts students for Summer 2024

Bismarck State College is proud to welcome incoming students for the Summer 2024 semester. Many students are returning to BSC to continue their education, while others are just beginning their academic careers. No matter where you are in your journey, we're excited to help you discover the next version of you at North Dakota's only polytechnic institution!
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Enrollment - 2024 Jul 29

Dual Credit/Early Entry students named to Fall 2024 BSC President's Honor Roll

Sixteen Dual Credit/Early Entry students from ten area high schools have been named to the BSC President's Honor Roll for the Fall 2024 semester. Students must maintain at least a 3.50 grade point average on a 4.00 scale while enrolled in at least 12 BSC semester credits to qualify for the President's Honor Roll. The BSC Dual Credit/Early Entry program allows high school sophomores, juniors and seniors to take college courses to meet their high school graduation requirements and receive college credit all at the same time. Students enrolled in 12 or more semester credits are considered full-time BSC students.
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President's List - Feb 20

Bismarck State College announces the Fall 2024 President's Honor Roll

Bismarck State College announces the President's Honor Roll for the Fall 2024 semester.
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President's List - Jan 16

Bismarck State College announces the Summer 2024 President's Honor Roll

Bismarck State College announces the President's Honor Roll for the Summer 2024 semester.
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President's List - 2024 Aug 12

Two BSC students recognized for creative contributions to award-winning marketing team

Two BSC students and graphic design apprentices are recognized for their creative contributions as members of the BSC Public Affairs team that brought home four gold and two silver Medallions from the 2024 National Council for Marketing & Public Relations (NCMPR) District 5 Medallion Awards.
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Business/professional - 2024 Nov 5

Two BSC students compete at FBLA National Leadership Conference

Two Bismarck State College (BSC) competed at the Future Business Leaders of America, Inc.'s (FBLA) Collegiate National Leadership Conference (NLC), held June 24-27, 2024, in Orlando, Fla. The NLC provides education, competition, and networking opportunities centered on business for college students.
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Student Competition - 2024 Aug 8

BSC students awarded prestigious Pinnacle College Media Awards

The College Media Association recently recognized two Bismarck State College students for their remarkable work. Kaia Lehman and Seth Iverson each received a Pinnacle College Media Award during the 2023 Associated Collegiate Press/College Media Association Fall National College Media Convention.
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Student Competition - 2023 Dec 6

Odioinkhere selected as 2023 Coca-Cola Academic Team Scholar

Bismarck State College student Fredric Odioinkhere (Plant City, Fla.) has been selected as a 2023 Coca-Cola Academic Team Bronze Scholar and awarded a $1,000 scholarship. Coca-Cola Academic Team Bronze Scholars are selected based on scores the student earned in the All-USA Academic Team competition, for which more than 2,400 applications were received this year. The Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation sponsors the Coca-Cola Academic Team program by recognizing 50 Gold, 50 Silver, and 50 Bronze Scholars nationally each year.
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Scholarship - 2023 Apr 21

Schauer named 2023 New Century Transfer Scholar

Bismarck State College student Anne Schauer (Carpio, N.D.) has been named a 2023 New Century Transfer Scholar and awarded a $2,250 scholarship. New Century Transfer Scholars are selected based on their academic accomplishments, leadership, activities, and how they extend their intellectual talents beyond the classroom. Over 2,400 students were nominated from more than 1,300 college campuses across the country. Only one New Century Transfer Scholar is selected from each state.
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Scholarship - 2023 Mar 28

BSC students place at ND State FBLA collegiate competition

Six Bismarck State College students competed in business-related competitions during the 53rd Annual ND Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) Collegiate State Leadership Conference held March 26-27, 2023 in Mandan, N.D.
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Student Competition - 2023 Apr 11

BSC students named Phi Beta Lambda national qualifiers

Two BSC students were named Phi Beta Lambda (PBL) national qualifiers after participating in the virtual Phi Beta Lambda State Leadership Conference on April 9 and 10, 2021.
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Club or Organization - 2021 Apr 12
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