What You Need to Succeed
This is your go-to place for the support you need to succeed at The Citadel. Whether you’re looking for help with classes, mental health resources, ways to get involved on campus, tips for staying healthy, or guidance for your future career — we’ve got you covered.
Academic & Aid Support
Whether you need tutoring, academic accommodations, or help navigating registration and financial aid, The Citadel offers a wide range of resources to help you succeed in and out of the classroom.
- Student Success Center (opens in a new tab): Subject Area Tutoring, Academic Coaching, Athletic Advising, Disability Services.
- Disability Services (opens in a new tab): Assists students with learning, physical, health, or psychiatric disabilities manage the demands of the Citadel experience.
- Public Speaking Lab (opens in a new tab): Helps members of The Citadel community improve their abilities and confidence when it comes to public speaking.
- Academic Affairs (opens in a new tab): Manages academic programs, schedules, and resources to support student success.
- Campus-Wide Advising Team (opens in a new tab): Personalized advising across departments, programs, and student populations.
- Daniel Library (opens in a new tab): Research help, study spaces, and digital academic resources.
- Veteran Student Success Center (opens in a new tab): Support services for veteran, active duty, and military students.
- Registrar (opens in a new tab): Course registration, transcripts, degree audits, and academic calendars.
- Financial Aid (opens in a new tab): Grants, scholarships, loans, and tuition support information.
- Academic Policies (opens in a new tab): Official academic rules, procedures, and graduation requirements.
- International (CISP) (opens in a new tab): Support for international students and global engagement programs.
Health & Wellbeing Support
Your mental, emotional, and spiritual health matter. The Citadel offers on-campus and off-campus support to help you stay balanced, resilient, and well.
- MUSC Clinic at The Citadel (opens in a new tab) (Infirmary): On-campus medical care and health services for cadets.
- MUSC Health at The Citadel (opens in a new tab) (Counseling Center): Counseling Services providing confidential mental health support from licensed counselors.
- CADIC (opens in a new tab): Alcohol, drug education, and prevention programming.
- Chaplains (opens in a new tab): Support for all cadets, religious or not; here to listen.
Career & Professional Support
From choosing a major to preparing for your career, we provide support for internships, resumé building, interview prep, and more, helping you launch confidently into your future. Advising meetings are a great place to begin those career conversations!
- The Citadel Career Center (opens in a new tab): Career planning, advising, and professional development resources.
- Resumé Building Assistance (opens in a new tab): Guides and examples for building strong application materials.
- Interview Preparation (opens in a new tab): Practice questions, tips, and mock interview opportunities.
- Internships & Field Placement (opens in a new tab): Opportunities to gain experience in your field of study.
- Pre-Professional Resources (Pre-Health & Pre-Law) (opens in a new tab): Advising and preparation for medical or law school paths.
Community, Belonging, & Campus Life
At The Citadel, your experience goes beyond academics. Explore resources that help you get involved, feel connected, and thrive in the Corps and campus community.
- Student Activities – Clubs & Organizations (opens in a new tab): Get involved with clubs, events, and campus leadership opportunities.
- Intramural, Club and Recreational Athletics (ICRA): (opens in a new tab) Stay active with intramural sports and club teams.
- Fitness – Physical Readiness Program (opens in a new tab): Resources to help you meet Citadel fitness and training standards.
- Study Abroad (opens in a new tab): Studying abroad is more than just travel. It’s a journey of discovery, learning, and growth.
- Service Learning (opens in a new tab): A structured experience that blends community service with learning and reflection.
- Undergraduate Research (opens in a new tab): Do hands-on research or creative work with faculty support.
Safety, Advocacy, & Compliance
Every person has the right to feel safe, supported, and heard. These resources exist to protect your rights, respond to concerns, and ensure accountability across campus.
- FERPA (opens in a new tab): Know your rights regarding privacy and access to academic records.
- The Citadel Red Folder (Emergency Response Protocol) (opens in a new tab): Know what to do in case of an emergency.
- Title IX (opens in a new tab): Protection from sex-based discrimination, harassment, or misconduct.
- Campus Advocacy, Response, & Education (CARE) Program (opens in a new tab): Support for students in distress or facing personal challenges.
- Ombudsperson (opens in a new tab): Confidential help resolving academic or campus-related concerns.
- The Department of Public Safety (opens in a new tab): Campus police ensuring safety, emergency response, and crime prevention.