The mission of the Registrar's Office is to provide and keep accurate records while maintaining legal and ethical behavior. The Registrar's Office is dedicated to simplifying procedures and helping all students - former, current, and prospective - in a respectful and professional manner.
The office is committed to enforcing the policies set forth by the Board of Regents and Northern State University as well as the core values. The office also continues to streamline vital information and educate the faculty, staff, and students in the proper avenues to follow to achieve their objectives.
The Registrar's Office, also known as Academic Records and Registration, can help with:
- Program and graduation requirements
- Applying for graduation and review of program evaluation
- Teacher certification processing
- Transfer evaluations
- Sending transcripts
- Registering for classes (we provide academic forms including prerequisite overrides, course overloads, internships/practicums/special projects, add slips)
- Veteran's benefits
- Verifying your enrollment for scholarships, insurance, loan deferments and more
- Information on NSU's Graduation Rates
Please contact us at 605-626-2012 or records@northern.edu for information, assistance and answers. Follow us on Facebook and check our page on myNSU (for current students) to receive updates regarding important dates and deadlines each semester.
NSU email is the official means of communicating at NSU. Please read any emails received from our staff:
Peggy Hallstrom, registrar
Cherie Sauer, assistant registrar and teacher education certifying official
Stephanie Hawkinson, senior secretary
Carlee Miller, program assistant and veterans' benefits certifying official
Please complete this brief, confidential survey to help us serve you better.
HOWL Freshman Registration Days
At NSU, freshmen don’t just register for classes – they HOWL! As a first-time freshman, you’re expected to take part in this important NSU program where you’ll meet with your academic advisor; learn academic expectations; and become familiar with campus.
Use this form to change the name on your academic records. Supporting documentation is required.
Information on NSU winter and spring commencement ceremonies for graduates and guests
Transfer Students
It's easy to transfer to Northern! Find the essential information at Transfer Student Registration.
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