New Student Orientation (NSO) not only provides new students with information on services provided by Clarkson College, but also gives students a chance to connect with faculty, staff and other students. There is an on-campus orientation held for undergraduate students in on-campus programs. An online orientation is held for all graduate students and undergraduate students in online programs.

All students also have access to the Student Success Guide (SSG 101) in the online Learning Management System (Canvas). These modules are available to students as long as students are enrolled in courses at Clarkson College and should be completed during their first semester, ideally before classes begin. The modules contain information relevant to students during their entire program of study, including history of the College, using Canvas, student success, educational resources and academic programs.