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Terms and Conditions

  1. The Tiger 1 Card
  2. Lost, Stolen or Damaged Cards
  3. The Tigerstripe Account
  4. Fees
  5. Refunds and Returns
  6. Account Closure
  7. Receipts and Statements
  8. Error Resolution
  9. Disclosure of Account Information to Third Parties
  10. Changes in Terms and Conditions
  11. Governing Law

The undersigned, herein referred to as "Cardholder," understands that the Tiger 1 Card is the official Clemson University ID Card and agrees to terms listed in sections 1 and 2. The cardholder may additionally choose to open an optional TigerStripe Account, herein referred to as "Account," and agrees to be bound by all of the terms and conditions set forth herein if so chosen. The Account will be administrated by the Tiger 1 Card Office, a division of Student Affairs of Clemson University, located at Fike Recreation Center Lobby, Clemson, SC 29634-4059.


1. The Tiger 1 Card

The mechanism for accessing the Cardholder's Account shall be the Tiger 1 Card, herein referred to as "Card." The Cardholder must present his/her Card at the time of use in order to purchase products or services.
  1. The Card is the property of Clemson University and is non-transferable.
  2. The Card may be confiscated from Cardholder as a result of inappropriate or illegal use.

2. Lost, Stolen or Damaged Cards
  1. A lost, stolen or unauthorized Card must be reported immediately in one of the following ways:

    1. In person at the Tiger 1 Card Office;
    2. By telephone at (864) 656-0763; or
    3. Online at the Suspend Your Card webpage.

    The Cardholder will be responsible for all usage of the Card prior to proper notification of the Tiger 1 Card Office as provided herein.

  2. A charge of $20 will be imposed for lost all lost cards. Stolen cards with proof of loss (ie a police report) required at time of replacement will cost $10 otherwise the cost to replace a stolen card is $20. Damaged cards presented at time of replacement will cost $10. No charge will be imposed for a card that breaks due to normal wear and tear or for a card on which the magnetic stripe no longer works

3. The Tigerstripe Account
  1. The Account is a record of pre-deposited funds accessed by the Cardholder for the purchase of products and services. There is no daily limit on the number of purchases that may be made and debited; however, no debits or charges shall exceed the amount of deposited funds. No interest shall be paid on any balance in the Account.


  2. The Cardholder understands and agrees that the Account shall not be used as a credit card or to obtain cash advances.

  3. The Cardholder understands and agrees that the Account is non-transferable.

  4. The Account will be activated automatically upon receipt by the Tiger 1 Card Office of an initial deposit. Deposits may be made as follows:

    1. In person at the Tiger 1 Card Office with cash, check, money order, traveler's check, MasterCard, Visa or Discover card;

    2. By mail with a check or money order only;

    3. By telephone with a credit card only;

    4. Payroll deduction; and

    5. Download.

    After initial activation, additional deposits may be made at any time during office hours, Monday - Friday 8am - 4:30pm.

4. Fees

There are no charges assessed to the Cardholder for any transactions; however, a check presented for deposit to an Account which is returned due to insufficient funds will result in a $25 service charge.


5. Refunds and Returns

Merchandise may be accepted for return in accordance with the refund policy in effect at the place of purchase of the products or services. Any refunds shall be credited to the Cardholder's Account; no cash refunds will be made for any purchase made with the Card.


6. Account Closure

  1. The Account will be closed if the Cardholder ceases to be a student or employee of Clemson University. For a student, the Account will be closed and any remaining balance will be refunded only after completing the necessary form at the Tiger 1 Card Office. An employee may close the Account at any time by completing the necessary form at the Tiger 1 Card Office. Clemson University will mail a check in the amount of the remaining balance to the Cardholder at the permanent address on record with the University. No refunds will be issued for Account balances of $5 or less.


  2. The Tiger 1 Card Office reserves the right to close any Account that is inactive for eighteen (18) months or more. Unclaimed balances in accounts that are inactive for more than eighteen (18) months will be credited to a Clemson University Scholarship fund.

7. Receipts and Statements

If the point-of-sale terminal is equipped to provide receipt, the Cardholder will either receive a receipt as a matter of course or upon request. It is the Cardholder's responsibility to ensure that the receipt is correct. An activity statement listing all transactions will be generated upon request at the Tiger 1 Card Office.


8. Error Resolution
  1. If there is an error on a receipt or activity statement, or if the Cardholder would like more information about a specific transaction, the Tiger 1 Card Office may be contacted by telephone at (864) 656-0763 or by mail within sixty (60) days of noticing the error. In the event of verbal notification, the Tiger 1 Card Office may require that the Cardholder submit written notification within ten (10) business days.


  2. When making a request for an adjustment to the Account, the Cardholder must furnish the following information:

    1. The Cardholder's name and Account number;


    2. A description of the transaction in question and explanation of discrepancy; and


    3. The dollar amount of the transaction in question.

  3. The Tiger 1 Card Office will investigate the Cardholder's request and provide a written decision to the Cardholder within ten (10) business days. If an error is found, the Tiger 1 Card Office will make the necessary adjustments to the Cardholder's Account. If no error is found, the Tiger 1 Card Office will provide the Cardholder with a written explanation within three (3) business days of the conclusion of the investigation. The Cardholder may request copies of the document(s) used to conduct the investigation.

9. Disclosure of Account Information to Third Parties

Information about the Cardholder's Account will be disclosed to third parties only for the following reasons:

  1. In order to complete a transaction;


  2. In order to comply with a government agency or court order;


  3. In conjunction with all other cardholder accounts in the aggregate but not specific in regard to any individual's account;


  4. With Cardholder's written permission.

10. Changes in Terms and Conditions

The terms and conditions of the Agreement are effective and remain binding until the Cardholder is otherwise notified. If any changes are made to the terms and conditions, the Tiger 1 Card Office shall provide the Cardholder with notice of changes at least twenty-one (21) days in advance of the effective date. Prior notice need not be given where immediate change in terms and conditions is necessary to maintain or restore the security of the Account.


11. Governing Law

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of South Carolina.



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