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Citadel Military College of South Carolina

Charleston, SC · Public · Bachelor's degrees · City

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About Citadel Military College of South Carolina

The Citadel Military College of South Carolina (simply known as The Citadel) is a public senior military college in Charleston, South Carolina, United States. Established in 1842, it is the third oldest of the six senior military colleges in the United States. The Citadel was initially established as two schools to educate young men from around the state, while simultaneously protecting the South Carolina State Arsenals in both Columbia and Charleston. Academics at The Citadel are divided into six schools: Business, Education, Engineering, Humanities and Social Sciences, Science, and Mathematics. Bachelor's degrees are offered in 38 major programs of study with 55 minors. The military program is made up of cadets pursuing bachelor's degrees who live on campus. For traditional students, The Citadel offers non-military programs including 12 undergraduate degrees, 26 graduate degrees, as well as evening and online programs with seven online graduate degrees, three online undergraduate degrees, and three certificate programs. Approximately 1,495 non-cadet students are enrolled in Citadel Graduate College pursuing undergraduate and graduate degrees. The South Carolina Corps of Cadets ma

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23%

Acceptance

$20,723

Net price

2,705

Enrollment

75%

Grad rate

Report Card

A-

Academics

Graduation & retention rates

A-

Value

Earnings vs. cost of attendance

A-

Career Outcomes

Graduate earnings after 10 years

B+

Affordability

Average net price after aid

A

Selectivity

How hard it is to get in

B-

Diversity

Racial & ethnic balance of students

Grades are computed from official U.S. Department of Education metrics (graduation, cost, earnings, selectivity and student diversity).

Admissions

23%

Acceptance rate

1,208

SAT average

ACT midpoint

SAT Reading540640
SAT Math545645
ACT Composite2227

Bars show the middle 50% (25th–75th percentile) of admitted students.

Cost & Financial Aid

$20,723

Average net price

$12,570

In-state tuition

$38,508

Out-of-state tuition

$9,705

Room & board

$9,741

Books & supplies

$33,880

Total cost of attendance

20%

Students receiving Pell grants

36%

Students with federal loans

$21,096

Median student debt

Average net price by family income

$0–30K
$15,430
$30–48K
$16,456
$48–75K
$18,140
$75–110K
$20,620
$110K+
$24,047

Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.

Popular Majors

After Graduation

$72,085

Median earnings (10 yrs)

$60,168

Median earnings (6 yrs)

75%

Graduation rate

86%

Retention rate

90%

Earn more than a HS grad

$10,016

Instructional spend / student

Student Body

2,705

Total enrollment

6%

Part-time

21

Avg. age at entry

19%

First-generation

Gender balance

14% women
86% men

Race & ethnicity

White
73%
Hispanic
10%
Black
8%
Two or more races
4%
Asian
2%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0%

Citadel Military College of South Carolina FAQ

Is Citadel Military College of South Carolina a public or private school?

Citadel Military College of South Carolina is a public institution located in Charleston, SC.

What is the acceptance rate at Citadel Military College of South Carolina?

Citadel Military College of South Carolina has an acceptance rate of 23%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

How much does Citadel Military College of South Carolina cost?

The average annual net price at Citadel Military College of South Carolina is $20,723 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $12,570 in-state and $38,508 out-of-state.

What is the graduation rate at Citadel Military College of South Carolina?

About 75% of students at Citadel Military College of South Carolina complete their degree, according to federal completion data.

How much do Citadel Military College of South Carolina graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, Citadel Military College of South Carolina students earn a median of $72,085 per year.

What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Citadel Military College of South Carolina?

Admitted students at Citadel Military College of South Carolina have an average SAT score of 1,208. Requirements vary, so check the school's admissions office for the latest.

How many students attend Citadel Military College of South Carolina?

Citadel Military College of South Carolina enrolls about 2,705 students.

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