Complete Your Virtual Orientation Experience
Get Prepared for Your Clemson Experience
These self-paced virtual modules focus on providing you with a strong foundation for your Clemson Experience. Topics include:
- Campus resources
- An overview of your major
- Preparing for advising and registration
- Policies, procedures and safety
- Life as a Clemson Tiger
All incoming new students are required to complete the Virtual Orientation modules. Module 1: “Welcome” and Module 2: “Academics” must be completed before you can schedule an appointment with your academic advisor.
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Module 1: Welcome
Start your Clemson journey with an overview of our campus and a welcome from our President, Jim Clements, and current students.
Topics include:
- Clemson Values
- Upstate South Carolina
- What to Expect in Virtual Orientation
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Module 2: Academics
In this section, you will learn more about your academic college and major and prepare to meet with your academic advisor and register for courses.
Topics include:
- Secrets to Academic Success
- Degree Progress
- Create a Plan Ahead Schedule
- Preparing for Advising
- Systems and Technology Overview
- Transferring Credits to Clemson
- How to Register for Classes
- Welcome to your College/Major
- Enhancing your Academic Experience
- Clemson Honors College
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Module 3: Life at Clemson
Prepare for life as a Tiger by learning about the student experience at Clemson.
Topics include:
- Getting Involved
- Housing and Dining
- Campus History and Traditions
- Campus Recreation
- Athletics
- Student Clubs and Organizations
- Parking and Transportation
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Module 4: Support Services
Learn about the support services Clemson offers to students.
Topics include:
- Academic Success Center
- Student Health Services
- Center for Career and Professional Development
- Clemson Libraries
- Student Accessibility Services
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Module 5: Paying for College
A degree from Clemson is one of the smartest investments you’ll ever make. College finances don’t have to be overwhelming. We’re here to help you figure it out.
Topics include:
- FAFSA
- Scholarship Opportunities
- Student Loans
- On-Campus Employment
- Paying your Bill
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Module 6: Student Safety and Policies
At Clemson, everyone plays a part in making campus a safe place to live and to learn. Learn how you can do your part by sticking to student guidelines, acting with respect and by staying informed.
Topics include:
- Student Code of Conduct
- The First Amendment & Freedom of Speech
- FERPA
- Campus Safety
- Emergency Management
- Tucker Hipps Transparency Act
- Recycling
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Module 7: Next Steps
Your countdown to joining the Clemson family is on! This section will walk you through everything that happens between now and your first day of classes.
Topics include:
- Required Trainings
- Ready, Set, ROAR!
- Welcome Week
- Fall Family Weekend
Guest and Family Modules
We know that many parents, family members and other student supporters have questions about what to expect in the transition to college. The guest view of our virtual modules can help answer some frequently asked questions and provide information about your student’s Clemson Experience.
On the Virtual Orientation platform, select “Guest Login” to view content tailored for families and supporters.
