Enrollment Pre-Requisites
This resource provides guidance on what to expect when a student encounters a class with an associated pre-requisite in MyBU Student that they have not fulfilled.
Emailing in Class or Grade Roster: Setup for Mac Users
If attempting to email students from the MyBU Student Class Roster or Grade Roster on a Mac, and it doesn’t seem to be responding correctly, it’s possible that some device setup is needed. The following instructions outline how to configure mail defaults on a Mac. Introduction Faculty can easily email students from their Class Roster […]
Students: Add SSN or ITIN
It is necessary to have a Social Security Number (SSN) or Individual Taxpayer ID number (ITIN) on file in order to receive most financial aid. If you do not have an SSN or ITIN already on file, you can add it in MyBU Student.
Unofficial Transcript Information
What can be viewed with the Unofficial Transcript? The following information outlines the student academic data that can be referenced on this MyBU Student page. August 2026 Notice for Student Transcript Displays: Currently, students using a web browser set to a primary language other than English may encounter an “Error” when attempting to view their […]
Students: Enrollment Verification
The Enrollment Verification feature in MyBU Student allows students to generate documentation verifying BU enrollment information.
Advising Navigation to Act as Student
These instructions cover how advisors can navigate to the Act as Student mode. See additional information below for reviewing process details.
Records/Enrollment Changes: Choosing the Right Process
The process for completing a records or enrollment update related change for a student is dependent on several factors. The information below encompasses common scenarios staff may encounter. NAVIGATION Several types of records and enrollment changes are accessed via the MyBU Student Dashboard > Left Menu > Manage Workflow folder. Links to available Workflow request […]
Students: Advisor Information Lookup
The Advisor Information page contains details about assigned advisors. Students can use this page to look up who their advisors are.
Managing Guests
This information explains how students can use the Manage Guests page in MyBU Student to add new guest users and modify/revoke access for any existing guest users. Students can also use the Manage Guests page to authorize Consent to Disclosure, which allows the University to communicate with parents/guardians/others in certain limited circumstances. Introduction The Manage […]
Class Status & Wait Lists
A class’s Status indicates whether a class/section is open for registration and how many seats are available, including any seats on a Wait List, if applicable. This resource explains how a class’s enrollment and waitlist status can be discerned at a glance. It also provides additional context and details about class Wait Lists. Introduction The […]