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BE SEEN. BE HEARD. NEW STUDENT ROADMAP FALL 2021 MinotStateU.edu
Prepare for your life at Minot State…
Thank you for choosing Minot State
University! Please use this guide to help
make your move to campus as smooth
as possible. Start with the following steps
to make sure you are ready to start your
journey as Minot State student.
Register for New Student Orientation
All new students must attend a New Student
Orientation session. Once you have been admitted to
Minot State, you will receive your invitation via email
with a link to register for an Orientation session. Visit
AskMSU.com/orientation for more information. The
sessions are limited, so make your reservation early!
SUMMER & FALL 2021 DATES:
April 17
Additional times
June 2, 3, 4, 24, & 25
may be available
July 22 & 23 for you. Check your
August 19 & 20 email for details!
o If you would like to schedule a time to take a
placement test, contact the Minot State Testing
Center at 701-858-3830.
o If you are an international or Canadian student,
you will also be required to complete the F-1
Regulations Workshop. You will receive more
information from the Office of International
Programs.
o Parents and guests are encouraged to attend
New Student Orientation to learn more about
supporting their student. Check-in begins at
8:30 a.m. and NSO ends around 4 p.m. Guest
attendance may be limited due to COVID-19.
1-800-777-0750
Activate your NDUS accounts Set up your Minot State email account
You will need access to your Campus Connection 1. Go to MinotStateU.edu/mail.
account to register for classes. Follow these 2. Click on Office 365 Webmail.
instructions to activate your account:
3. Enter your Name (User ID) as your email address
1. Go to MinotStateU.edu/cc. in the format created when you claimed your
2. Click ‘Claim Your Account’. Campus Connection account.
Example: firstname.lastname@ndus.edu
3. Enter your DOB and your student ID number
(must be entered in all lower case; sometimes a middle
(also known as your EMPLID), which was
initial is included in the User ID)
included in your acceptance letter.
4. Your Password for your Minot State email is the
4. Follow the steps as indicated.
same as your Campus Connection account.
5. Be sure to record your username and password
Need help? Contact the Minot State Help Desk at
in a safe place for future reference!
701-858-4444 or visit MinotStateU.edu/helpdesk.
If you need assistance with this process, call the
NDUS Help Desk at 1-866-457-6387.
Upload required health records
Submit final transcripts and test scores According to NDUS policy 506.1, any student
enrolled at any NDUS institution must provide
Freshman students: documentation of:
Submit your OFFICIAL, FINAL TRANSCRIPTS noting o Two doses of measles, mumps, and rubella
the date of high school graduation. If you have dual (MMR) vaccine
credit enrollment, you must also provide an official o One dose of meningitis vaccine after age 16
college transcript from the institution offering years if you are 21 years and younger.
courses regardless of whether the coursework is on
your high school transcript. The Tuberculosis (TB) Screening Questionnaire
Form must be completed by all students.
Transfer students:
To upload the required documentation:
Submit your OFFICIAL, FINAL TRANSCRIPTS from
previous colleges and universities. If you attended 1. Go to AskMSU.com/immunizations. Click on
another NDUS campus, Minot State will access your ‘Student Portal’ on the left side of the page.
2. Log in at the top of the page with your Campus
official, final transcript.
Connection username and password.
3. Click ‘Upload’.
Mail official, final transcripts to:
4. Choose ‘Immunization Record’.
Minot State University
5. Select file and submit.
Enrollment Services
500 University Ave W If you need assistance with this process, call the
Minot, ND 58707 Student Health Center at 701-858-3371.
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Steps to prepare continued ... FAQ
Tuition and Financial Aid
How do I pay my bill?
Apply Online for Housing Your semester tuition and fee charges will be posted in
Campus Connection early August if you are enrolled in
Follow these steps to complete your
classes and can be found under ‘Financial Account’ and
housing application and submit your $100
‘Account Summary’. Accepted financial aid will begin
reservation fee. You must be accepted to
applying to Fall 2021 charges on Sept. 8, 2021.
the university to apply for housing.
1. Go to AskMSU.com/housing.
Fall semester tuition and fees must be
2. Click the link in Step 1 under ‘Once you
paid in full by Sept. 8, 2021.
have claimed your Campus Connection
Account’ (middle of the page) to log into
your Campus Connection.
What if I can’t pay in full?
3. When logged in, click the ‘Housing
If you are unable to pay your bill all at once, you may
Applications’ tab.
enroll in the Minot State Tuition Payment Plan, which
4. Select the “New Student Housing
allows you to pay in three equal monthly installments,
Application and Agreement 21-22”.
by Sept. 8, 2021.
5. Download and read “General Conditions
of Contract” – if agreed, an electronic When do I find out if I will receive financial aid?
signature is required.
The Minot State Financial Aid Office begins sending
6. Submit your $100 room reservation fee
financial aid offers by email in March. You may also find
by credit/debit card or e-check.
the amount of financial aid available under ‘Financial
Aid’ in Campus Connection.
Room assignments for the Fall 2021
semester will be emailed after July 15, 2021.
Please contact the Housing Office at Can I use financial aid to pay for my books?
701-858-3363 with any questions. If you have enrolled in classes and have accepted
financial aid through Campus Connection for the Fall
2021 semester, you will be allowed to charge books and
supplies at the Minot State Barnes & Noble Bookstore
from Monday, Aug. 16 through Wednesday, Sept. 1. You
Attend Welcome Weekend may also charge books to your financial aid through the
bookstore website, MinotStateU.bncollege.com.
Welcome Weekend is designed for you to
transition to Minot State and meet new
What if the amount of financial aid I was awarded
friends. It all starts with a fun welcome at
is not enough to cover all of my expenses?
New Student Convocation on Friday,
Aug. 20 in the afternoon. You may be eligible for private education loans, your
parents may be eligible for a Federal Direct Parent
During Welcome Weekend, you will attend PLUS Loan, or you may want to enroll in the Minot
sessions, meet faculty and staff in your State Tuition Payment Plan. For more information, visit
academic department before classes start,
MinotStateU.edu/finaid or call the Financial Aid Office
and participate in service activities helping
at 701-858-3375/1-800-777-0750.
your new community.
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Get ready to make the move...
Before you move to campus, please check your
FAQ
My Housing self-service account via your Campus
Connection for your residence hall, room assignment,
Residence Halls
and roommate information. You can also call the
Residence Life Office at 701-858-3363 or email What furnishings are provided in
MSU.housing@MinotStateU.edu. my residence hall room?
You will be provided with:
• Desk and chair
• Bed and mattress
Items to bring:
• Closet/wardrobe
• Bedding set – twin xl size recommended • Mirror
• Shower supplies – including towels, toiletries, and • Wired and wireless internet
shower caddy connection
• Laundry bag or basket and soap The furniture in most student rooms
• Floor/desk fans is moveable.
• TV
• Mini fridge – max size 4.0 cubic ft. Are laundry facilities available?
• Computer Washers and dryers are located in
• Surge protector each residence hall and are free for
• Single cup coffee maker residents.
Additional items to bring for your health during
Where can I get a mini-fridge?
COVID-19:
Refrigerators are available for rental at:
• Thermometer, cleaning supplies, hand sanitizer,
https://www.collegeproducts.com/
toiletry caddie, and hand soap.
store/minot/.
How safe are the residence halls?
Do NOT bring: Student safety is a top priority at
Minot State. The residence halls are
• Weapons, firearms, or look-alike-weapons
safe, secure, and staffed around the
• Halogen lamps, potpourri burners, candle warmers,
clock. Measures we take to protect
candles, or incense
students include:
• Window A/C units or space heaters
• 24/7 door secured by Cardlock
• Microwaves, toasters, toaster ovens, hot pots,
• Residence Life staff
popcorn poppers, or electric grill/griddles
• Visitor escort policy
• Items or appliances the university deems
potentially dangerous or a fire hazard • Security cameras
• Pets • 24/7 campus safety and security
• Alcohol, drugs, or tobacco products staff
• Notifind emergency notification
system
Be sure to download and read the • Campus landscaping with safety
Minot State Residence Life Handbook, in mind
available at MinotStateU.edu/life.
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Arrive at your new home-away-from-home…
Fall 2021 Move-in Day is 3 Ways to Get to Minot State
FRIDAY, AUGUST 20 If you are DRIVING, we suggest entering
our address into any road navigation aid
Residence halls will open at 9 a.m. (cst). system for directions to campus:
• If you have your room assignment, you may 500 University Ave. West, Minot, ND.
report directly to your residence hall.
• If you still need your room assignment, please If you are planning on AIR TRAVEL to
report to the Residence Life Office, located in Minot (MOT), we have several airlines to
Dakota Hall on the south end of the first floor, or choose from: Allegiant (Las Vegas, NV
call 701-858-3363. and Mesa, AZ), Delta, and United.
Early arriving students
Minot has TRAIN service on Amtrak.
If you need to arrive and move in before the
residence halls open on Friday, Aug. 20, you will need
to complete the Early Arrival Form via self-service in
MINOT
your Campus Connection account at least five days
22nd Ave NW 83 INTERNATIONAL
AIRPORT
prior to arrival. You may be responsible for an early
20th Ave NW
arrival fee of $18 per night.
6th St NW
Airport
North B
Rd
roadway
Residence Hall Check-in Times
3rd S
t NE
If you are arriving early for orientation, you
8th St NW
must complete an Early Arrival Form.
Thursday, Aug. 19......................................... 1 – 5 p.m.
Friday, Aug. 20..................................... 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
11th Ave NW
Saturday, Aug. 21................................ 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
University Ave
Sunday, Aug. 22.................................. 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
North Broadway
Monday, Aug. 23................................10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
3rd St NE
4th Ave NW
6th St SW
MINOT
AMTRAK
STATION 83
E Burdick Expy 2
W Burdick Expy
2
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FAQ Arriving in Minot Local Weather
Where can my parents/family We enjoy all four seasons in Minot and you will
stay while they are in Minot? experience all of them during the school year. We
Several hotels in Minot offer a suggest waiting until you arrive in Minot to purchase
“Friends and Students of Minot State” winter clothing. We have many stores that carry
discount! Visit AskMSU.com/lodging affordable and appropriate quality winter gear.
to find a participating hotel. Be
sure to tell them you wish to receive Average high/low seasonal temperatures:
the discount when you place your Spring: 51/31˚F Fall: 56/35˚F
reservation. Summer: 82/58˚F Winter: 15/-2˚F
What about transportation?
Car rentals are available at the Minot
International Airport. Taxis, Uber,
and Lyft are also options for local
transportation.
Car Rental
Alamo Rent-A-Car: 800-906-5555
Avis Rent-A-Car: 800-331-1212
Enterprise Rent-A-Car: 844-362-0812
Hertz Rent-A-Car: 800-654-3131
National Car Rental: 800-227-7368
Taxi Service
Central Cab: 701-852-8000
Taxi 9000: 701-852-9000
Premier Taxi: 701-578-8328
What cell phone services are
available?
The Minot area is served by AT&T
and Verizon cell phone plans. Some
families have success buying pre-paid
or contract program cell phones from
big box stores such as Walmart and
Best Buy.
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See what campus life has to offer…
Dining Student ID card
Your meal plan will begin on Your Minot State ID card is your official
Friday, Aug. 20. identification as an enrolled student.
ID cards can be requested
You will be greeted at Beaver Creek Café on
at orientation or online at
the 2nd floor in the Student Center.
AskMSU.com/PhotoID.
Dining Locations: Buckshot
0056070
Beaver Creek Café
Student
2nd floor, Student Center
C-Store Parking on campus
2nd floor, Student Center
If you plan to park your vehicle on campus, you
Starbucks are required to display a parking permit. Permit
Beaver Dam, 2nd floor, Student Center sales for the academic year start mid-July.
Permits must be purchased online through the
For hours of operation and parking portal and picked up in person at the
information on the meal Parking Office, 1st floor, Student Center Atrium.
plans available go to
minot.sodexomyway.com. For more information and a campus parking
map, visit MinotStateU.edu/parking.
Beaver Dam
2nd floor, Student Center
Mon. – Fri..................................7 a.m. – 11:30 p.m.*
Sat. – Sun.................................10 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.*
Barnes & Noble Bookstore
1st floor, Student Center
Mon. – Thur. ............................................7:45 a.m. – 5 p.m.*
Fri. ......................................................... 7:45 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.*
Sat. ...................Check MinotStateU.bncollege.com*
Wellness Center
Mon. – Fri. ..................................................... 6 a.m. – 10 p.m.*
Sat. .................................................................... 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.*
Sun. ....................................................................Noon – 8 p.m.*
Hours will vary during holidays and breaks.
*All hours subject to change
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Student Activities MinotStateU.edu 8
How to be a successful student…
Check your Minot State email account Head to the Gordon B. Olson Library to
regularly at MinotStateU.edu/mail. utilize a wide variety of resources or check
them out online at MinotStateU.edu/library.
Keep your wellness wheel balanced with
Visit the Academic Support Center in the
fitness routines at the Wellness Center
lower level of the Gordon B. Olson Library to
(MinotStateU.edu/wellness) and visits to the
check out these programs and services:
Student Health Clinic and University
Counseling (MinotStateU.edu/health). • Access Services
Provides accommodations for students
with disabilities.
MinotStateU.edu/access_services
Make sure you know the last days to add
or drop a course. Find academic dates at • Career Services
MinotStateU.edu/calendar. Services include resources for career
exploration, resumé assistance,
interviewing techniques, and career fairs.
Get a planner and write down all test, quiz, MinotStateU.edu/careers
and project due dates. The campus
bookstore, located on the 1st floor of the • New Student Programs
Student Center, has a wide selection available, Programs include First-Year Experience
or visit MinotStateU.bncollege.com. learning communities, academic advising,
community and campus engagement, and
New Student Orientation.
Review all of your course syllabi at • POWER Center
AskMSU.com/syllabi starting in late August. See if you’re eligible for TRiO Student
Support Services.
MinotStateU.edu/power
• Peer Tutoring
Visit with your instructors during their
Offers free drop-in peer tutoring for a
office hours if you have any questions about
variety of courses.
your courses.
MinotStateU.edu/cetl/peer_tutoring.shtml
• The Writing Center
Contact your academic advisor to set up
Offers assistance with writing assignments.
an appointment to plan your courses for the
MinotStateU.edu/writingcenter
next semester.
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Where can I go...
... to pay my tuition bill? ... if I need to mail something?
Business Office Minot State Mail Room
Administration Building, 2nd floor Student Center, 1st floor atrium
701-858-3333 701-858-3010
MinotStateU.edu/busoffic MinotStateU.edu/parking/mail.shtml
... to buy books before classes begin? ... if I am a veteran or active duty military?
Barnes & Noble Bookstore Military Resource Center
Student Center, 1st floor Dakota Hall, 1st floor, north entrance
701-858-3390 701-858-4003
MinotStateU.bncollege.com MinotStateU.edu/veterans
... to buy a parking permit? ... if I am an F-1 or J-1 international student
Purchase online at MinotStateU.edu/parking with questions about visa regulations?
and pick up at the Parking Office Office of International Programs
Student Center, 1st floor atrium Administration, 1st floor
701-858-3318 701-858-3978
MinotStateU.edu/international
... to learn more about financial aid
and on-campus employment? ... if I am a Native American student?
Financial Aid Office Native American Cultural Center
Administration Building, 2nd floor Student Center, 3rd floor
701-858-3375 701-858-3365
MinotStateU.edu/finaid MinotStateU.edu/mss/nacc.shtml
... if I have a question about my residence hall? ... if I need help through tutoring?
Residence Life Office Tutoring Services, Academic Support Center
Dakota Hall, 1st floor, south entrance Gordon B. Olson Library, lower level
701-858-3363 701-858-3360
MinotStateU.edu/life AskMSU.com/tutoring
... if I have a question about course offerings ... if I have a question about TRiO services?
or transfer credit? POWER Center, Academic Support Center
Registrar’s Office Gordon B. Olson Library, lower level
Administration Building, 1st floor 701-858-4047
701-858-3345 MinotStateU.edu/power
... if I am sick or I need immunizations? ... if I want to work out?
Student Health Clinic Minot State Wellness Center
Lura Manor, lower level, south entrance 701-858-4084
701-858-3371 MinotStateU.edu/wellness
MinotStateU.edu/health
MinotStateU.edu 10Fall Semester 2021 Important Dates*
View more dates and deadlines:
MinotStateU.edu/calendar
Enrolled in Enrolled in Enrolled in
Full 16 Weeks First 8 Weeks Second 8 Weeks
Classes Classes Classes
Financial aid may be used to charge at the bookstore Aug. 16 – Sept. 1
Classes begin after 4 p.m. Mon., Aug. 23 Mon., Aug. 23
First full day of classes Tue., Aug. 24 Mon., Aug. 23 Mon., Oct. 18
Last day to add a class Wed., Sept. 1 Thur., Aug. 26 Thur., Oct. 21
Last day to drop a class or withdraw from ALL classes
Wed., Sept. 1 Thur., Aug. 26 Thur., Oct. 21
and receive a 100% refund
Last day to drop a class without a “W” recorded
Wed., Sept. 1 Thur., Aug. 26 Thur., Oct. 21
on transcript
Financial aid census date Wed., Sept. 1
Labor Day, University closed Mon., Sept. 6
Financial aid begins applying to student accounts Wed., Sept. 8
Excess financial aid distribution begins Wed., Sept. 8
Fall semester fees are due Wed., Sept. 8
Last day to withdraw from ALL classes and receive a
Fri., Oct. 1 Thur., Sept. 9 Thur., Nov. 4
75% refund
Midterm grades Mon., Oct. 18
Spring Registration for currently enrolled students Oct. 26 – 28
Last day to withdraw from ALL classes and receive a
Sun., Oct. 31 Wed., Sept. 22 Wed., Nov. 17
50% refund
Veterans Day, University closed Thur., Nov. 11
Thanksgiving break (University closed Thur. only) Nov. 24 – 26
Last day to withdraw from term (ALL classes) Fri., Dec. 10
Final exams Dec. 13 – 17 Oct. 13 – 14 Dec. 8 – 9
Grades must be entered by Noon Mon., Dec. 20 Tue., Oct. 19 Tue., Dec. 14
2021-2022 Scholarship & Award deadline Tue., Feb. 15, 2022
2021-2022 FAFSA Priority Deadline Fri., Apr. 15, 2022
*Dates subject to change. Go to MinotStateU.edu/onestop for up-to-date information.You can also read
