September
Apply
Review our Application Process and apply today! Once you have been accepted you can move on to the steps below.
Activate your StarID Account
Your StarID is the two-letter-4-number-2-letter username assigned to you the first time you applied to a Minnesota State school (including PSEO or college in the school.)
Once accepted to BSU, your StarID is used to log in to the campus wireless networks, all campus computers, technology services and applications (including MyBSU) and student email.
MyBSU
Must be an accepted student in order to access your MyBSU portal.
Get comfortable logging into your MyBSU portal which gives you access to your student email (Outlook), E-Services, and D2L online classroom. Pay special attention to the username formatting since it will be different for MyBSU and email access.
MyBSU Login:
Username: StarID
Password: your StarID password
Outlook 365 – Mail Login:
Username: StarID@go.minnstate.edu
Password: your StarID password
Review our Application Process and apply today! Once you have been accepted you can move on to the steps below.
Your StarID is the two-letter-4-number-2-letter username assigned to you the first time you applied to a Minnesota State school (including PSEO or college in the school.)
Once accepted to BSU, your StarID is used to log in to the campus wireless networks, all campus computers, technology services and applications (including MyBSU) and student email.
Must be an accepted student in order to access your MyBSU portal.
Get comfortable logging into your MyBSU portal which gives you access to your student email (Outlook), E-Services, and D2L online classroom. Pay special attention to the username formatting since it will be different for MyBSU and email access.
MyBSU Login:
Username: StarID
Password: your StarID password
Outlook 365 – Mail Login:
Username: StarID@go.minnstate.edu
Password: your StarID password
October
Housing Application
The Housing application opens October 1st for accepted students. Submit your Housing Application, sign the housing terms of agreement, and make the $150 pre-payment.
Bemidji State has a first-year live on requirement (some exceptions apply). To read more about this policy, please review the Residential Living Requirement Policy.
ACT/SAT Test
We are test flexible, meaning test scores are not required for admission. However, students who are concerned about their GPA may want to supplement with a test score. See our Admission Criteria here.
If you decide to take an ACT or SAT, send BSU your official scores.
Foundation Scholarship Application
BSU’s Foundation Scholarship Application opens in mid-October and closes February 1. New and returning students are encouraged to apply early! Scholarships will be awarded beginning January 1.
You must be an admitted student at BSU to apply for these scholarships.
The Housing application opens October 1st for accepted students. Submit your Housing Application, sign the housing terms of agreement, and make the $150 pre-payment.
Bemidji State has a first-year live on requirement (some exceptions apply). To read more about this policy, please review the Residential Living Requirement Policy.
We are test flexible, meaning test scores are not required for admission. However, students who are concerned about their GPA may want to supplement with a test score. See our Admission Criteria here.
If you decide to take an ACT or SAT, send BSU your official scores.
BSU’s Foundation Scholarship Application opens in mid-October and closes February 1. New and returning students are encouraged to apply early! Scholarships will be awarded beginning January 1.
You must be an admitted student at BSU to apply for these scholarships.
November
Request to join your class Facebook group
Search for "Bemidji State Class of 2028" group on Facebook. Once you are granted access, make connections, get to know your future classmates, and get pro tips and reminders from BSU admissions staff. (This group is private and is designed to include admitted students ONLY.)
Search for "Bemidji State Class of 2028" group on Facebook. Once you are granted access, make connections, get to know your future classmates, and get pro tips and reminders from BSU admissions staff. (This group is private and is designed to include admitted students ONLY.)
December
FAFSA Application
FAFSA is undergoing some changes for 2024-25 and the current plan is for the site to be open and ready in December.
Launching in Fall 2024, the North Star Promise is designed to provide a zero-tuition pathway for eligible Minnesota residents pursuing higher education. If you require any assistance, don’t hesitate to contact the Financial Aid office at 218-755-2034 or financialaid@bemidjistate.edu.
Commit to BSU: Sign-Up for Registration
Confirm your plan to enroll at BSU by signing up for a New Student Registration event.
FAFSA is undergoing some changes for 2024-25 and the current plan is for the site to be open and ready in December.
Launching in Fall 2024, the North Star Promise is designed to provide a zero-tuition pathway for eligible Minnesota residents pursuing higher education. If you require any assistance, don’t hesitate to contact the Financial Aid office at 218-755-2034 or financialaid@bemidjistate.edu.
Confirm your plan to enroll at BSU by signing up for a New Student Registration event.
January
Preliminary FAFSA Award Letters
Preliminary financial aid award letters are sent out starting this month. You will be able to officially accept awards in the summer.
Preliminary financial aid award letters are sent out starting this month. You will be able to officially accept awards in the summer.
February
Roommate Search Begins
Within your housing application (in E-Services) you can begin the roommate search process.
Foundation Scholarships Deadline
The Foundation Scholarships application is due no later than February 1.
Within your housing application (in E-Services) you can begin the roommate search process.
The Foundation Scholarships application is due no later than February 1.
March
New Student Registration (NSR)
New Student Registration events are taking place. If you haven’t yet, please confirm your plan to enroll at BSU by signing up for an NSR today!
New Student Registration events are taking place. If you haven’t yet, please confirm your plan to enroll at BSU by signing up for an NSR today!
April
New Student Registration (NSR)
New Student Registration events are taking place. If you haven’t yet, please confirm your plan to enroll at BSU by signing up for an NSR today!
New Student Registration events are taking place. If you haven’t yet, please confirm your plan to enroll at BSU by signing up for an NSR today!
May
New Student Registration (NSR)
New Student Registration events are taking place. If you haven’t yet, please confirm your plan to enroll at BSU by signing up for an NSR today!
New Student Registration events are taking place. If you haven’t yet, please confirm your plan to enroll at BSU by signing up for an NSR today!
June
New Student Registration (NSR)
New Student Registration events are taking place. If you haven’t yet, please confirm your plan to enroll at BSU by signing up for an NSR today!
Confirm Housing
This month you will be able to select your residence hall, room, and confirm your roommate. Follow the instructions you will receive via email from reslife@bemidjistate.edu. This will include the date and time of your selection window.
Send Final High School and College Transcripts
Make sure to contact your high school and submit your final high school transcript (after graduation). The final high school transcript is required for continued enrollment at BSU. If you are a transfer student or have any college level credits, please make sure that all final official transcripts are sent to BSU Admissions.
New Student Registration events are taking place. If you haven’t yet, please confirm your plan to enroll at BSU by signing up for an NSR today!
This month you will be able to select your residence hall, room, and confirm your roommate. Follow the instructions you will receive via email from reslife@bemidjistate.edu. This will include the date and time of your selection window.
Make sure to contact your high school and submit your final high school transcript (after graduation). The final high school transcript is required for continued enrollment at BSU. If you are a transfer student or have any college level credits, please make sure that all final official transcripts are sent to BSU Admissions.
July
Immunization Form
Please click the following link to submit your Immunization Form. Documentation needed varies based on the state your graduated high school from and the year that you graduated.
Release of Information
If you need to share information with your legal guardians, be sure to complete the Release of Information form.
Accept Financial Aid
If you submitted a FAFSA, log in to your E-Services and accept your financial aid award letters if you choose to do so.
Pre-Registration for Parking Permit
All motor vehicles that park on campus during the academic year are required to display a current permit for the area in which they will be parked. In order to purchase a parking permit, the vehicle must be pre-registered online or at the Cashiers Office (2nd floor Deputy Hall), (218) 755-2045.
Please click the following link to submit your Immunization Form. Documentation needed varies based on the state your graduated high school from and the year that you graduated.
If you need to share information with your legal guardians, be sure to complete the Release of Information form.
If you submitted a FAFSA, log in to your E-Services and accept your financial aid award letters if you choose to do so.
All motor vehicles that park on campus during the academic year are required to display a current permit for the area in which they will be parked. In order to purchase a parking permit, the vehicle must be pre-registered online or at the Cashiers Office (2nd floor Deputy Hall), (218) 755-2045.
August
Sexual Violence Prevention Training
The SVPT program provides critical information about responsible behaviors and decision-making regarding non-discrimination, dating and relationships violence, and harassment. You will receive an email at the beginning of August with instructions on how to complete this training. All students must complete this online program early in their first semester to be eligible to enroll in future semesters.
Order Textbooks
Start checking E-Services to find out what textbooks are required for your classes under BSU Bookstore Booklist.
Pack and Move-in
As you prepare for Move-in Day check out our Move-in Guide.
Obtain your BSU Student ID
Your ID card is your lifeline. You can obtain one on campus or submit a request for one.
Orientation
Learn more about Orientation & Welcome week.
Academic Calendar
Familiarize yourself with the Academic Calendar for class days, holidays, finals week and more.
The SVPT program provides critical information about responsible behaviors and decision-making regarding non-discrimination, dating and relationships violence, and harassment. You will receive an email at the beginning of August with instructions on how to complete this training. All students must complete this online program early in their first semester to be eligible to enroll in future semesters.
Start checking E-Services to find out what textbooks are required for your classes under BSU Bookstore Booklist.
As you prepare for Move-in Day check out our Move-in Guide.
Your ID card is your lifeline. You can obtain one on campus or submit a request for one.
Learn more about Orientation & Welcome week.
Familiarize yourself with the Academic Calendar for class days, holidays, finals week and more.