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Orientation Information for Graduate Students

Welcome to the New Graduate Student Orientation at Clemson University! This program is designed specifically to assist new graduate students, helping them to effectively acclimate to the Clemson Graduate Experience.

The Orientation experience includes a required virtual Orientation program and an optional in-person Graduate School Orientation for all accepted graduate students. These programs are tailored to provide crucial information on academic resources, administrative processes and campus facilities to ensure a smooth beginning to your journey at Clemson.

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New Graduate Student Virtual Orientation

All new degree-seeking graduate students are required to complete the Graduate Virtual Orientation program. The Graduate Virtual Orientation is an engaging and interactive online tool that will introduce you to academic and campus life resources, inform you of essential policies and procedures, and help you become familiar with our campus.

Details for the Graduate Virtual Orientation program will also be emailed to you. Please check your Clemson email for more information. After completion, you may access the Graduate Virtual Orientation as often as you like.

Graduate Virtual Orientation Program
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New Graduate Student In-Person Orientation

The Graduate School In-Person Orientation is an optional event that is free to attend. We strongly encourage attendance if you are in the Clemson area even if you are enrolled in an online program. This engaging event provides a valuable opportunity for new students to get acclimated to campus and build connections with faculty, staff and peers who share similar academic pursuits.

Register for Fall 2025 Orientation

Orientation Schedule

In-Person Orientation
Wednesday, August 13, 2025
9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Hendrix Student Center
Clemson main campus

At this event, University administrators, current graduate students, and faculty and staff will officially welcome you to Clemson University through the following activities:

  • Introduction to campus resources essential for navigating your first year
  • Panel sessions with current graduate students, faculty and campus resources
  • A resource fair connecting you with various offices across campus (e.g., parking and transportation, student health insurance, etc.) to gather more information and allow you to get your questions answered
  • Professional development and networking opportunities that allow you to meet new students in your program

This vibrant networking environment is an invaluable chance to meet peers who may become lifelong collegial collaborators and friends.

Contact Graduate Orientation

Should you have any general questions or require further details regarding the Graduate Orientation programs at Clemson University, do not hesitate to reach out.

You can easily contact us by sending an email to gradss@clemson.edu.

Our dedicated team is here to assist you with any inquiries you might have, ensuring you feel supported and well-informed.