International Student Checklist

To activate your Clemson University username: 

You will need your Clemson University ID (for example, C12345678) and username activation code that are available in your Admitted Student Portal.

If you need this code resent to you by email, please contact the Office of Undergraduate Admissions or ithelp@clemson.edu. 

Go to myusername.clemson.edu and complete the onboarding process. Next, you will need to enroll a device in Duo Security for two-factor authentication (2FA). 

2FA is required to access secure systems like iRoar.

Use the provided step-by-step instructions for Duo Security to enroll. 

Once you know your Clemson University username and password, please completely close your browser and open a new session. 

Your Clemson email address is username@clemson.edu. In partnership with Google, Clemson offers students Google Workspace for Education accounts. This account has already been created with your Clemson username and mail will automatically forward to it.

To access your Google Workspace for Education email, go to the g.clemson.edu workspace page. Your username will be your Clemson username@g.clemson.edu. This account has its own password separate from the one associated with your Clemson Username. The initial password will be “cu##” followed by the last four numbers of your social security number (i.e. cu##1234).

Click here for more information on setting up your email.

After you have been admitted to the University, International Services (IS) will be notified and will contact you to provide instructions on how to request an I-20 or DS-2019 Certificate of Eligibility.

Request Certificate of Eligibility (I-20 information)

Once your request has been submitted through the iStart student portal, please allow 15 business days for the request to be processed (business days include Monday-Friday). Once your request has been processed, you will receive an email with instructions as to how to request the shipping of your forms.

Please note the following deadlines:

• Students expecting to enroll in the Spring term should submit all materials by November 15.
• Students expecting to enroll in the Summer term should submit all materials by April 15.
• Students expecting to enroll in the Fall term should submit all materials by July 1.

The New Student Orientation program at Clemson University is the first step in ensuring that new undergraduate students have a successful transition and integration into college life. The program promotes discussion among parents, new students, continuing students and faculty and staff on the expectations and experiences of the campus community.

After arriving in Clemson, it is required that all new international students also attend the International Student Orientation. At Orientation, you will learn about Clemson University and the U.S., meet new people and meet the International Services team. You will also receive information on immigration, Clemson University resources, health care and other logistical support items.

Clemson students may choose to identify themselves within the University community using a preferred first name that differs from their legal name. If you choose to set your preferred name, review the guidelines first.

The TigerOne credential is the official photo identification of Clemson University. Review the guidelines before uploading your photo to ensure an acceptable photo is submitted.

All students are required to submit the Student Immunization Form with documentation of required immunizations before completing registration. Redfern Health Center also provides options for student health insurance for undergraduate students.

Learn more about Math Placement testing

Take the Modern Language Placement Test.

If your intended major requires a modern language and you plan to take French, German or Spanish, you must take the Clemson Modern Language Placement Test (CMLPT) before registering for a modern language course during Orientation. 

Your scores on these placement tests are essential to your academic advising session during Orientation. 

Admitted students with transfer credits from another institution, AP/IB credit and dual-enrollment credit may review the evaluation of their transfer credit here. To access your transfer credit summary, you will need your Clemson username and password. Instructions for setting up your Clemson username can be found under “Activating Your Username.” Be sure to print a copy of your transfer credit summary and bring it with you to Orientation. This will be helpful during your academic advising session.