{"id":2,"date":"2024-09-03T20:19:45","date_gmt":"2024-09-03T20:19:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/coast-guard\/?page_id=2"},"modified":"2024-10-22T15:45:18","modified_gmt":"2024-10-22T19:45:18","slug":"coast-guard","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/coast-guard\/","title":{"rendered":"Serve with Excellence: The Citadel&#8217;s Coast Guard Program"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-discover-the-citadel-s-auxiliary-university-program-aup\"><strong>Discover The Citadel&#8217;s Auxiliary University Program (AUP)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gocoastguard.com\/\">U.S. Coast Guard<\/a>, one of America&#8217;s six armed forces and the only branch within the Department of Homeland Security, offers a unique path for students committed to serving our nation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At The Citadel, we provide a distinct route for students pursuing a career in the U.S. Coast Guard through our Auxiliary University Program (AUP). While similar to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/rotc\/\">ROTC<\/a>, the AUP is tailored to the specific needs and opportunities within the Coast Guard. Upon graduating from the Corps of Cadets, you&#8217;ll be eligible for the Direct Commissioning Select School (DCSS), a streamlined 6-week program. This contrasts with the 17-week Officer Candidate School required at other institutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Though scholarships are not available through AUP, the program accelerates your Coast Guard career with specialized training at The Citadel.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"819\" height=\"690\" src=\"https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/coast-guard\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/217\/IMG_5123.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-51\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/coast-guard\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/217\/IMG_5123.jpeg 819w, https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/coast-guard\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/217\/IMG_5123-300x253.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/coast-guard\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/217\/IMG_5123-768x647.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-the-citadel-s-coast-guard-program-stands-out\"><strong>Why The Citadel\u2019s Coast Guard Program Stands Out<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Exclusive Resources &amp; Charleston Advantage<\/strong>: Leverage The Citadel&#8217;s unique proximity to U.S. Coast Guard Base Charleston, gaining unparalleled access to advanced training and resources. Charleston, an Official Coast Guard City, offers exclusive opportunities and connections that enhance your experience.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Immediate Leadership Opportunities &amp; Networking:<\/strong> Thrive in the Coast Guard&#8217;s supportive, small-scale environment where strong professional relationships are fostered. Our program offers leadership opportunities starting from your underclassman years and facilitates personal connections with Coast Guard leaders.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Practical Training<\/strong>: Engage in real-world missions and continuous hands-on training (including maritime law enforcement school), ensuring you gain practical experience and enhance your skills throughout your career.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/coast-guard\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/217\/IMG_4751-1024x768.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-53\" style=\"object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/coast-guard\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/217\/IMG_4751-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/coast-guard\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/217\/IMG_4751-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/coast-guard\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/217\/IMG_4751-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/coast-guard\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/217\/IMG_4751-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/coast-guard\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/217\/IMG_4751-2048x1536.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/coast-guard\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/217\/IMG_4742-1024x768.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-64\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/coast-guard\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/217\/IMG_4742-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/coast-guard\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/217\/IMG_4742-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/coast-guard\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/217\/IMG_4742-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/coast-guard\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/217\/IMG_4742-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/coast-guard\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/217\/IMG_4742-2048x1536.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns has-pt-barracks-background-color has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"h-contact-us\">Contact Us<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Email:<\/strong> <a href=\"mailto:coastguard@citadel.edu\">coastguard@citadel.edu<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">The Citadel Charleston Auxiliary Unit Liaison: Dawn I. 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