Citadel Military College of South Carolina

Citadel Military College of South Carolina is a public four-year institution located in Charleston, South Carolina, in a midsize city setting. The college enrolls 4,446 students (IPEDS 2023) and holds a quality score of 65.83 out of 100. It reports a completion rate of 73% and a retention rate of 88% (IPEDS 2023).

The Citadel offers programs spanning multiple fields, including Engineering/Industrial Management at the bachelor's degree level, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse at the associate's level, and Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance also at the associate's level. These programs provide pathways into engineering management, healthcare, and cybersecurity careers.

As one of the nation's senior military colleges, the Citadel is situated in the historic city of Charleston, a growing economic hub in the Southeast. The college's combination of military discipline and professional program offerings gives students a structured educational environment alongside career-focused training in high-demand fields.