Frequently Asked Questions

 

How can I Apply To More Than One Program?

Clemson allows you to apply to more than one program. However, you must use two separate applications. All applications at Clemson are customized to meet the needs of each specific program and are, not interchangeable between programs. After you have submitted and paid for your first application, you are to go back in with the same userid and password and change your major. You will have to submit the second application and pay another application fee. 



What is my NR Number?

Your NR number is the number that is generated for international students as a temporary ID used during the application process.

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What does Date sent to Department mean?

The date sent to department is the date your application package became complete. That means all of your support materials have been updated and are viewable by the department.

 

How does the department receive my application package?

Clemson University Graduate School is using an imaging system called Onbase. All of your support materials and application are viewable by the department as they are received by the Admissions office.  The department has the ability to view your materials as they come in and can act on your application accordingly.

 

Where do I send my portfolio if my department requires it?

If your department requires a portfolio, please send it directly to the department of which you applied to. If you are unsure of their address, please go to the contact list to locate their address accordingly.

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What does partial transcript received mean?

Partial transcript means that your transcript that is currently on file at the admissions office does not have the date of graduation or the date you received your degree.  This most likely occurs if you have not graduated from your university yet.  Partial transcripts will not slow the application process or have an effect on the admissions decision. If you are accepted to Clemson Graduate School, you will need to bring the necessary documents to the Graduate School Admissions office for verification of degree date/graduation during your first enrolled semester.


How long should it take for a decision on my application to be made?

It varies by department and if they have a committee review.  Please contact your department to see where they are on their decision making process.

 

What is the institution code for Test Scores?

Clemson University’s institution code is 5111.  We do not require a department code.

 

I have had ETS send my official score report to Clemson University and have received my score report in the mail. Why does the application status check still show test scores "awaiting"?

Clemson University receives scores from ETS electronically, generally 3-4 times a week. If the Status Check indicates "awaiting", your scores haven't been uploaded into our system as of this date. Please continue to check your application status.

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What is the proper way to send my scores to Clemson University?

Clemson University will accept faxed unofficial test scores from the applicant directly and can be used to review by the department.  However, official scores from ETS are required before official admittance.

 

Can you more clearly define "awaiting"?

Support materials (references, transcripts, test scores) that have not been received yet.

 

I see where my application has been sent to the department for review but there has been no action status updated. Why?

The department will send the application to the Graduate School once they have made a decision. Until Admissions receives it back from the department, an action status will not be indicated. Further inquiries need to be directed to the program of which you have applied.

 

I have lived in South Carolina all my life. Why do I have to fill out a S.C. residency form?

South Carolina law now requires all students claiming South Carolina residence to fill out a South Carolina Residency form for verification.

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Can I check on the application status for my friend; I only have his/her name?

For the student's protection, an NR or social security number must be provided in order for any information to be given regarding an application.

 

What does "Final Transcript" mean?

A transcript that has the degree name and degree date posted on the student transcript will generate it to be updated as a Final Transcript. 



How long will it take for me to get my letter of acceptance/denial?

During normal business days, if your application was accepted on our system today, the official letter will be mailed out the following day.

We use US Postal Service First class mail.  For domestic students it may take up to 2 weeks for you to receive your letter.  For international students, it may take up to 6 weeks for you to receive your official
decision letter.

 

Is there someone at Clemson that I may contact by email if I have a question about the status my application that is not answered by this online status check?

Please send all inquiries contact grdapp@clemson.edu or contact the department directly.

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I have received correspondence from my department regarding my application decision, but I have not heard anything else, what do I do now?

You are not officially accepted into Clemson University until you receive an official letter of acceptance signed by the Dean of Graduate School, Dr. J. Bruce Rafert. When your department goes the through the proper channels of acceptance and the Graduate Admissions office  updates the action status, you will receive your acceptance package.

 

What does "provisional acceptance" mean?

Provisional Acceptance means the department has stipulations that are set.  It could be, but not limited to: pre-requisite, co-requisite, portfolios, test scores, etc.  Please contact your department for further information if you received a letter with provisional acceptance.

 

I received my acceptance letter, now what?

In your acceptance package, there is a page that lists  your CUID, and USER name (email address). Your initial password is the last four your SSN for domestic students and last four of 901 number for international. The Registration Portal is a good place to start. There you can find a link to TigerWeb where to register, schedule of classes, registration procedures, academic calendar, etc.

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What should I expect in my acceptance package?

Your acceptance package will include your official letter of acceptance, your CUID page including your UserID, and a letter with information for Redfern Health Center. 

 

If I have been married or divorced, How do I change my name?

If you have ever been a student at Clemson University or applied to Clemson University under a different name than you have today, then your previous name will remain. Please furnish a name change form to have your file up to date.

 

I have been rejected and want to know why. Who do I contact?

You need to contact the program to which you have applied.

 

I have been accepted to Clemson University's Graduate School and need to defer my enrollment. Who do I contact?

Further inquiries need to be directed to the program of which you have applied.

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What is the address for the Graduate Admissions Office?

Office of Graduate Admissions
E-209 Martin Hall
Clemson University
Clemson, SC 29634


Office of Graduate Admissions
E-209 Martin Hall
Clemson University
Clemson SC 29634

I put in the wrong email address for a recommender and need to change it, How do I do that?

Go back to the online application at http://www.grad.clemson.edu/admission/appMenu.php
Use the same USER ID and Password you created when you submitted your application. 

Go to Manage Your Account and click on Review Your Activity. This will take you to any applications that you have completed through College Net. Click on Clemson University (Graduate).  

You will see the section for Online Letters of Recommendation.  You can see who you requested and if they have started their recommendation yet. There is a drop box that says "take action".  The two selections are "send reminder" and "edit this recommender."  The second option allows name and/or email address to be edited.

When this is done, the original link is deactivated, and a new email is automatically generated and sent using the new information.

If you are still have problems, please contact College Net at help@applyweb.com.

 

My recommender did not receive the email for the online recommendation form, How can I re-send it?

This change can be made by following the same process used to answer the question above, "I put in the wrong email address for a recommender and need to change it, How do I do that?"

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