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PARENT TESTIMONIAL
“When our daughter needed more help
in class, she turned to the Academic
Success Center and attended sessions
led by trained peer tutors. The experience
gave her more confidence and new study
skills, which she applied to all her classes.
Her hard work was rewarded when she
was able to make the Dean’s List.”
Robin D. Stringer
Anderson, S.C.
ACADEMIC POLICIES
While academic policies are items for students to know, we want to give you the information
firsthand to help guide your student in the right direction as conversations arise. You can
find academic policies posted in the Academic Regulations section of the Undergraduate
Catalog Additionally, Clemson’s general education requirements
and each major’s curriculum is outlined in the catalog. This is an excellent resource for any
question related to all academic policies and procedures. As a parent or family member, here
are a few common policies of which to be aware.
Academic Forgiveness
The 2022-23 Academic Forgiveness Policy will be updated and published in August. Visit
for the most up-to-date information.
Academic Probation
Students who fail to maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher will be placed on academic
probation. No notation concerning probation will appear on the student’s permanent
record. A student on academic probation may enroll in a maximum of 16 credit hours, unless
permission for a higher course load is granted by the academic adviser. Students on academic
probation are expected to participate in the Academic Recovery Program.
GENERAL ACADEMIC INFORMATION
Choosing and Declaring a Major
When your student applied to Clemson, they may have selected a major. Some majors are
broad, and concentrations do not need to be selected until they progress and complete basic
coursework. Other majors are more specific in their expectations, which will vary depending
on each academic department and its
corresponding process. Furthermore, a
student may have applied to a general major
(e.g., general engineering). Their advisers
will walk them through the process to
declare a specific major or concentration.
Changing a Major
A student wishing to change their major
should consult the Undergraduate
Announcements first. Instructions on how
to switch into a specific major can be found
under the desired major. Certain majors
require a specific GPA and/or number of
credit hours while some majors also require
an application process and provide specific
deadlines to apply for each semester or
academic year. A student wishing to change
their major is strongly encouraged to reach
out to an adviser in the major they would
like to switch to and notify their current
adviser immediately. In addition to the
requirements listed above, students who
wish to change their academic program
must submit an Undergraduate Change of
Program request in the Student Records tab
in iROAR. The request must be approved
by both the current and new academic
departments.
CU Navigate
CU Navigate is a student-centered mobile
app that provides students with the support
they need, where they need it — on their
phones. Through its individualized, on-
demand information for students, CU
Navigate proactively assists students on
their academic pathways by providing
up-to-date information on key dates, quick
access to critical student information,
improved access to support services and
the ability to directly schedule advising
appointments.
ONLINE EDUCATION
Programs
Clemson University offers several online
degree and certificate programs. These
programs are developed by instructors
who are committed to providing a quality
learning experience via cutting-edge
technologies. Our programs maintain the
same high standards that placed Clemson
University among the top public universities
in the United States.
Clemson Online
Clemson Online staff are here to ensure all online students have access to the resources
and support that comprise a first-class Clemson education. Clemson University is devoted
to ensuring an innovative and substantive educational experience for all students. More
information can be found at the Clemson Online Webpage,
STUDENT LIFE
INCLUSIVE COMMUNITY
The college campus introduces students to a diverse community of people from different
races, cultures, genders, religions, socioeconomic levels, political perspectives, abilities
and more. At Clemson, we, like many of our peer institutions, recognize the value a diverse
community adds to the development of all of our students and faculty members.
Clemson’s efforts to create a campus community where each student feels welcome and
supported has garnered national attention by Insight Into Diversity magazine as a 2017
and 2018 Higher Education Excellence in Diversity Award recipient. Multiple campus
departments work collectively to provide enriching experiences to promote personal growth.
Supporting our Multicultural Community
The Harvey and Lucinda Gantt Multicultural Center exists to support all students in
enhancing their intercultural competence. Intercultural competence focuses on knowledge,
skills and abilities to engage with individuals across differences, or more specifically, with
individuals who have differing racial and ethnic identities, language or beliefs. Intercultural
competence is a vital skill employers are seeking for our global economy. As students navigate
their college experience, they will find the Gantt Multicultural Center to be supportive
HOW YOU CAN SUPPORT:
CHOOSING AND DECLARING
A MAJOR
Encourage your student to schedule
an appointment with the Center for
Career and Professional Development
(CCPD) to start the career development
process and learn about the Core
Competencies employers and graduate
and professional schools are seeking.
The CCPD has developed a four-year
career planning checklist, showing how
students can begin doing things in their
first year to build these competencies.
The checklist includes the roles of
students, parents and families and
how the CCPD gives support. For more
information, visit
HOW YOU CAN SUPPORT:
CHANGING A MAJOR
Keep in mind, October through early
November and March through early April
are advisers’ busiest times. If a student
is interested in changing majors, they
should seek an advising appointment
before these times.