When you commit to The Citadel Experience, you stand out from the rest.
Through a unique partnership with the Lowcountry Graduate Center (LGC), The Citadel Graduate College (CGC) offers graduate programs and professional development courses that empower working professionals to excel in their careers without leaving the Charleston area. As a Citadel student, you’ll gain a competitive edge by learning from industry leaders and leveraging the full resources of The Citadel while enjoying the flexibility to balance work, life and education.
At The Citadel, we offer 31 graduate degree programs with over 15 concentration options, over 10 graduate certificate programs and 12 college transfer programs. Designed for adaptability, classes typically meet once per week in a civilian atmosphere. Some programs also offer the option to compete coursework and requirements 100% online. With a quality education tailored around your profession, family and lifestyle, you will find a schedule that works for you.
By choosing The Citadel, you’re not just advancing your education—you’re positioning yourself to lead and thrive.
New and Recently Updated Graduate Programs for Students
| Graduate Programs | Availability |
|---|---|
| Civil Engineering, M.S. | Online |
| Counselor Education M.Ed. | Online or in-person |
| Educational Leadership, Ed.S. | Online or in-person |
| Educational Leadership, M. Ed. | Online or in-person |
| Health and Human Performance: Concentration in Coaching and Athletic Performance, M.S. | In-person |
| Leadership, M.S. | Online |
| M.Ed. Higher Education Leadership | Online |
| M.Ed. in Literacy Education (ESOL Focus) | Online or in-person |
| Middle Grades, M.A. in Teaching | Online or in-person |
| Military History, M.A. | Online |
| Project Management, M.S. | Online |
| Secondary Education, M.A. in Teaching | Online or in-person |
| Sport Management, M.A. | Online |
| Graduate Certificate in Cyber Studies | Online |
| Graduate Certificate in Cybersecurity | In-person |
| Graduate Certificate in Student Affairs | In-person |
| Graduate Certificate in Technical Project Management | Online or in-person |

The Lowcountry Graduate Center collaborates with top colleges and universities in South Carolina, including The Citadel, to offer tailored graduate programs and professional development courses. Our mission is to empower working professionals to advance their careers right here in the greater Charleston area. Now is the time to step up and take the lead in your professional journey.
The Citadel Graduate Programs
Graduate Degrees
Graduate Certificates
| Graduate Certificates | Availability |
|---|---|
| Graduate Certificate in Cyber Studies | Online |
| Graduate Certificate in Cybersecurity | In-person |
| Graduate Certificate in Higher Education Leadership | Online |
| Graduate Certificate in Intelligence Analysis | Online or in-person |
| Graduate Certificate in Leadership | Online |
| Graduate Certificate in Literacy Education | In-person |
| Graduate Certificate in Military Leadership | Online |
| Graduate Certificate in Software Engineering | In-person |
| Graduate Certificate in Student Affairs | In-person |
| Graduate Certificate in Technical Project Management | Online |