The Citadel

The Citadel The story of The Citadel is one of compelling vision and rich tradition. For 175 years, Citadel graduates have answered the call to serve.
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Founded in 1842, The Citadel, the Military College of South Carolina, offers a classic military college education for young men and women focused on leadership excellence and academic distinction. Since its founding in 1842, The Citadel has sought to prepare its graduates intellectually, physically and morally to be productive citizens in all walks of life. Remaining true to this vision, The Citad

el strives to instill in students the core values of Honor, Duty and Respect in a disciplined academic environment and to prepare its graduates to understand their obligations as citizens and to become principled leaders in their chosen field of endeavor. Spanning three centuries, The Citadel's enduring legacy of service to the state of South Carolina and the nation is a tradition of which its founding fathers would be justly proud. Citadel graduates have participated in many of the pivotal events in the history of the United States and have fought in every American war since the Mexican War of 1846. Alumni have achieved prominence in such diverse fields as military and government service, science and engineering, education, literature, business, the medical and legal professions and theology. As an institution that builds character, educates the mind and develops principled leaders, The Citadel embraces the timeless values that have always served this country well. Drawing from a foundation of character, academics, military and fitness, The Citadel’s strong sense of purpose and community will remain relevant for generations to come.

Campus lit up with a lightning show this week, and we can't help but share.
09/10/2026

Campus lit up with a lightning show this week, and we can't help but share.

Cadet Gavin O'Brien, ’27, stood amid the ruins of the ancient city of Pergamum in modern-day Turkey, caught between two ...
09/09/2026

Cadet Gavin O'Brien, ’27, stood amid the ruins of the ancient city of Pergamum in modern-day Turkey, caught between two worlds.

“It was cool to see the old and the new together,” said O’Brien. “I learned so much about the history there.”

Read this story and more in High Impact 2026, where learning meets real life.
https://www.citadel.edu/high-impact-2026/2026/06/between-two-worlds/

09/09/2026

A day at The Citadel, as it happens.

A look back at one of our most cherished traditions.The Corps of Cadets returned to Summerall Field for the first parade...
09/08/2026

A look back at one of our most cherished traditions.

The Corps of Cadets returned to Summerall Field for the first parade of the year and Awards Review. The cadet companies received the following awards:

President's Cup: Bravo Company
Commandant's Cup: Victor Company
Milton A. Pearlstine Award: Lima Company
The Murray D. Bonnoitt Award: Oscar Company
Summerall Cup: Bravo Company

09/07/2026

What does it mean to be a Citadel cadet? We asked the Corps. What word would you add?

09/04/2026

Friday tradition is back.

The Corps returned to Summerall Field for the first parade of the year and Awards Review.

The Citadel has been ranked No. 1 among colleges in South Carolina by TIME.A high graduation rate, strong academics, and...
09/04/2026

The Citadel has been ranked No. 1 among colleges in South Carolina by TIME.

A high graduation rate, strong academics, and durable career prospects helped drive the ranking.

Read more here: https://citadelnow.org/4cnzyeU

09/02/2026

Preparing for the first parade of the year. See you Friday.

Within the gates of a military academy in Taiwan, Cadet Anthony DiSalvo, ’28, experienced a side of military education f...
09/02/2026

Within the gates of a military academy in Taiwan, Cadet Anthony DiSalvo, ’28, experienced a side of military education few undergraduate students ever see.

The Lexington, South Carolina, cadet spent the spring semester studying abroad, immersing himself in Taiwanese culture while conducting independent research on military leadership and training. The experience combined several of his academic interests, including Mandarin, security studies and military service.

Read this story and more in High Impact 2026, where learning meets real life.
https://www.citadel.edu/high-impact-2026/2026/06/across-the-pacific/

A look back at August. Read and see more at the links in our bio.
09/01/2026

A look back at August. Read and see more at the links in our bio.

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