Freshman Students

Freshman Orientation is a fun-filled two-day session (FALL TERM ONLY) which students and parents/guests interact with Laker Orientation Leaders to receive first-hand information and experiences regarding Clayton State University.

• Freshmen who do not have any transferable college credit (excluding AP credits) are required to attend the two day orientation program.
• Freshmen who has transferable college credits from another university/institution should register for the Transfer Express orientation session.

During orientation, freshman stay in a residence hall, meet other freshmen, meet with academic advisors, register for classes, and get a “snap shot” of college life at CSU. A concurrent parent/guest program is offered during this session.

How to Register for Orientation

Orientation is a mandatory program for all incoming students (Freshman, Transfer, Nontraditional, and Joint-Enrolled). Orientation reservations cannot be held without payment. Payment can be made via credit card using Option 1 or with a check/money order using Option 2 or 3.

Orientation reservations cannot be made over the phone.

Option 1: Online Registration

Select your orientation date and reserve your spot with online payment:

1. Log onto the SWAN and activate your account as per the instructions on the web page: https://swan.clayton.edu.
   You must click on the links that say "Lookup Username" and "Forgot Password/Activate Account" to complete Step 1.
2. Click on the DUCK icon.
3. Click on the Orientation Registration link and proceed with the instructions

Option 2: U.S. Postal Mail

1. Print and complete a copy of the registration form.
2. Summer 2010 Orientation Registration Form
3. Submit your form along with the appropriate payment for your selected section.

Option 3: Pay In-Office

1. Visit the Office of Orientation and New Student Programs before the registration deadline in order to complete the orientation registration process.