Registration:

The Spring 2012 semester begins Wednesday, January 11 for classes that meet only on Monday and have a start time of 4:00 p.m. or later. All other classes begin January 12.

General Registration:
Where: Jonas Hall 201
When: Wednesday, January 11 - We will have sessions starting at 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. - call (605) 642-6343 to reserve a time.
What:  Last chance for new students to register for spring classes with faculty advisement. Reservations are recommended; please call (605) 642-6343. Plan to come 30 minutes prior to session for check-in.   More Registration info...

Current Students please visit WebAdvisor to register.

Drop/Add:
Where: Registrar's Office - Woodburn Hall 104 - Census date is January 20 for full term courses. Make sure that you have dropped or added all classes before this date.

• BLOCK CLASSES:  You must drop block classes within the first 10% (1st or 2nd day) of the class to receive a refund. Check WebAdvisor  course information for specific refund dates. For block classes, contact the Registrar’s Office for drop deadlines.
• RESTRICTIONS (HOLDS):  If you have an incomplete admission or monetary restriction at any state university, you will not be permitted to register or drop/add until the restriction has been ended.

Payment Information: 

Attendance Confirmation: Confirming your continued commitment to attend Black Hills State University for Spring 2012 is a requirement!

Confirmation of attendance will help to insure that your Spring 2012 pre-registration is NOT canceled and that any refund that you might be expecting is not delayed. Login to WebAdvisor and click on the 2012 Spring Attendance Confirmation link to complete your online check-in process. Your confirmation must be completed by Saturday, January 2. Visit WebAdvisor to confirm that you are attending.

Payment:

• All students must pay for their classes or make financial arrangements to pay by January 21, 2012. Your classes will be canceled if you miss a payment requirement. Make payment in full, sign up for the Payment Plan, or contact the Financial Aid Office and request a deferment if your aid is going to be late. 
• If you have applied for financial aid but on SDePay it states your aid is still remaining or pending, you must pay in full or get a deferment on your account.
• Deferments are not automatically applied so it is important for all students expecting aid to check with a financial aid counselor to make sure that all of their paperwork is in order.  
• Past due accounts are subject to late charges. More Payment info...

Financial Aid: 

• Your financial aid is based on full-time status. Upon having your registration and paperwork complete, your aid (called transmittable aid in WebAdvisor) is scheduled to be applied to your bill on January 1, 2012.
• Financial aid and refunds will be either sent via Direct Deposit (recommended), or mailed.  
• Please see the financial aid section of the website for details about 2012SP semester aid (Fee Payment – 2012SP) and for applying for financial aid.
• Watch your official BHSU email account for information on ACH deposit of refund checks directly into your checking or savings account.

Rapid City Students:

• Tuition payments (exact cash or check only) may be made at the University Center-Rapid City at 4300 Cheyenne Blvd. off of Exit 61 between 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday and between 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. on Friday.
  Note: During the semester break (December 19, 2011-January 6, 2012) office hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. but will return to normal hours effective January 9, 2012.
  
• All students must complete the 2012 Spring Attendance Confirmation in Web Advisor. It is required before financial aid refunds will be disbursed. To speed up receipt of your refunds, complete the direct deposit information, as well.
  
• All refunds will be deposited electronically or mailed directly to you.
• Students who are only registered for face-to-face classes at the University Center-Rapid City will be assessed a parking fee of $13.50 per semester (fall and spring terms only). This fee supports the maintenance of the parking lot, sidewalks, and snow removal.  The fee will appear on your bill as “UCRC Parking” and it will be added after you register for classes. Refunds, because of changes in registration, will be made following the Census date (the last day to drop or add a class with a full refund) and within 30 days of the start of classes.
• Need to know more about the Rapid City program? Call 718-4373 check out the Rapid City program information online.

Other Helpful Information:

Student Employment:
Do you want to work on campus? Go to the Jacket Job Link website, to view job listings. You can also visit with Eileen Thomas 605.642.6277 in the Student Success Center. 

• What you will need: All new employees must bring a photo ID and social security card, or documentation that shows proof of identity and eligibility to work in the U.S. These must be originals, copies will not be accepted.
  
• Do you have questions?
  • For questions regarding federal work-study, contact Kim Nida 605.642.6113 in the Student Financial Services office, Woodburn 115.
  • For general HR questions, contact the Human Resource Office 605.642.6549.
     
• Note: Federal work-study is not taken into consideration when paying your bill.

Immunizations:
If you have not already done so, you must submit proof of two immunizations for measles, mumps & rubella. Failure to comply with immunization requirements may affect your student status. Students who have not complied with immunization requirements will not be permitted to register or drop/add. Please contact Health Services at 605.642-6520 with questions.

Books:
Spring books will be on sale starting January 3 at the campus bookstore. University Center - Rapid City will begin selling the week of January 5. Bring your course schedule. Note: The Rapid City Store stocks only books for classes taught at the UCRC facility. You may also order online at www.bhsubookstore.com starting December 22, and have your books shipped to you or choose to pick up your order at either bookstore and save freight. All locations have a great selection of used and rental books.

• Buy them online at www.bhsubookstore.com.
• Visit us in the Student Union and bring your class schedule with course section numbers 

Meal Plans:
Do you need to change or discuss your current meal plan? Contact Krista Schroeder at 605.642.6896, email Krista.Schroeder@BHSU.edu or visit Dining Services. No meal plan changes will be permitted after January 20, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. More info on BHSU Meal Plans...

Parking Permit:
Parking permits for the Spearfish Campus may be purchased beginning January 3, at the Parking Office in the Facilities Services Building between the hours of 8:00 a.m. & 5:00 p.m., or you can purchase them online. The cost for the Spring parking permit is $40.00. You will be fined if you park on-campus without a permit. Permits purchased in the fall unless otherwise marked are valid through the fall semester. More info on Parking...

Residence Halls:
Move-in day is January 11, 2012 from 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. for freshman. Returning students can move-in anytime after 8 a.m. on January 11, 2012. Report to your residence hall and check-in at the main lobby to receive your key. If there are any questions, contact 605.642.6464 or stop by the Residence Life office located in the south end of Humbert Hall.

More info on Residence Life...

Student ID: Your BUZZ Card.
Your ID from last semester will be activated with your enrollment. If you lost your ID or have never had one, you may obtain one at the Student Union Information Desk or at the BUZZ Card Office located in Student Union Room 106. When obtaining an ID, please be sure to bring proper identification with you. Your first ID is free. Replacement IDs will cost $10.