St. Cloud State Twin Cities
Student Resources
Learning in the Twin Cities with St. Cloud Services
St. Cloud State University faculty and students who are part of programs taught out of our North Hennepin Community College location are given access to many of the same services and amenities as those at the St. Cloud campus. Helpful and knowledgeable staff are available to assist students with inquiries and connect to resources.
Graduate Student Guidebook & Support
Graduate Student Guidebook – Access the d2L based resources for orientation and support as a graduate student.
Graduate Student Resources – This is your online resource of the School of Graduate Studies to support your journey from beginning to completion.
Student Resources
Campus Card
Get your photo ID
Campus Cards are required for printing or when requesting materials from the SCSU Library. Students who cannot go to Campus Card Services in St. Cloud to obtain their photo ID card may submit a request electronically following Campus Card's directions. When your card is delivered to our Twin Cities staff, you will receive an e-mail notification.
Environmental and Safety Health
Your well-being
Your safety and well-being while learning in the Twin Cities is our priority. Use these resources to familiarize yourself with our services:
Technology
Help with email, D2L and more
Information Technology Services is your one stop for all your SCSU technology needs. Through the HuskyTech team, they provide support for accounts, email, academic technologies (D2L, etc.) and secure computing.
Call, email, live chat or submit a ticket for your technology needs.
International Student Insurance
Be prepared with these resources
United Healthcare Student Resources (UHCSR) is St. Cloud State University's designated insurance policy for international students in F1 and J1 visa status.
Visit the SCSU Medical Clinic's web page for additional information on coverage, benefits, clinic locations and more.
Severe Weather, Closings, Emergencies
Sign up for Star Alerts
St. Cloud State University makes every effort to announce any closings or cancellations by 5 a.m. for day classes/events and before 3 p.m. for evening classes/events in the Twin Cities.
Weather and emergency announcements are made through campus-wide Star Alerts, SCSU's emergency notification system, and are posted to St. Cloud State’s homepage.
Transportation
Getting to class
Use one of these options to get to North Hennepin Community College, conveniently located about 20 minutes from downtown Minneapolis.
Library
Services for distance learners
- Home Delivery of University Library Materials: Library materials can be shipped to your home address at no cost if you live more than 35 miles from the St. Cloud State University (SCSU) campus.
- Public Library Access: SCSU students can apply for a free library card at their local public library by providing proof of residency (e.g., utility bill or lease agreement). SCSU has a partnership with the Plymouth Public Library.
Access Library services for distance students
Graduation and Commencement
Students need to apply for graduation one semester prior to when they anticipate completing their degree. Doing so ensures a diploma is received in a timely manner.
In order to participate in commencement ceremonies, a student must have an application for graduation submitted.