Citadel Military College of South Carolina
Charleston, South Carolina 29409
Data last updated: May 29, 2026
Campus Vibe
Strong graduate outcomes — known for business
Citadel Military College of South Carolina is a public institution in Charleston with particular strength in business and engineering. With an average SAT of 1184, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 2.6K undergraduates with a 11:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
73% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $72,085 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $21,002.
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Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1184
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
63.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
2.2%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$18,000
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
20
Peer Average
13
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Programs (72)
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
88%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
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Varsity Sports
Source: Wikipedia
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from SC state average + city premium
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