The Citadel, also known as The Military College of South Carolina, is located near the Ashley River, just a 10-minute drive from downtown Charleston. Undergraduate Citadel students enroll as the South Carolina Corps of Cadets and thus follow stricter codes than students at other types of schools.

Is The Citadel Army or Navy?

The Citadel, founded in 1842, is a coeducational military college with a rich and storied history. Located in picturesque Charleston, South Carolina, the institution offers a classic military education for young men and women who seek a college experience that is intense, meaningful and academically strong.

What is The Citadel known for?

The Citadel is best known nationally for its Corps of Cadets, which draws students from about 45 states and a dozen countries. The men and women in the Corps live and study under a classical military system that makes leadership and character development an essential part of the educational experience.