BU Brain is accessed by going to and clicking on the BU Brain icon at the top of the page.
BU Brain (SSB) for Students
Students access the student record system, Self Service Banner (SSB), also referred to as BU BRAIN, for online academic tools, including:
- Registration
- View Class Schedule
- View holds
- View grades
- View transcripts.
- Proof of Enrollment
- Financial Aid
- Student Accounts
- Final Exam Schedule
New Students are given access to appropriate tools and services after they are admitted.
BU Brain (SSB) for Faculty and Staff
Faculty and staff may require access to the student record system, Self Service Banner (SSB), also referred to as BU BRAIN, for online academic data and advising tools, including:
- DegreeWorks
- Transcripts
- Student Schedules
- Student Bio/Demo Information
- Contact Tools
- Faculty Grading
- Faculty Class Rosters
- Department Class Rosters
- Advising Tools
New University employees should speak with their supervisors or department chairs to determine what level of access will be needed to perform job duties. Supervisors of new employees will initiate the access process.