{"id":3645,"date":"2022-10-31T08:36:56","date_gmt":"2022-10-31T12:36:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/corps\/?page_id=3645"},"modified":"2026-03-05T08:52:23","modified_gmt":"2026-03-05T13:52:23","slug":"apply","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/corps\/apply\/","title":{"rendered":"Apply to The Citadel"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cadet-application-for-class-of-2030\">Cadet Application for Class of 2030<\/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>For admission to the South Carolina Corps of Cadets, The Citadel has partnered with <a href=\"https:\/\/apply.commonapp.org\/Login?ma=1241\">Common App<\/a> to provide the cadet application. The Citadel is a test optional school, no personal essay and no teacher recommendation are required to apply.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\" id=\"commonapp1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/apply.commonapp.org\/Login?ma=1241\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"520\" src=\"https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/corps\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/commonapp.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3649\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/corps\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/commonapp.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/corps\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/commonapp-300x152.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/corps\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/commonapp-768x390.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/apply.commonapp.org\/Login?ma=1241\">Apply Today \u00bb<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\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\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-apply\">How to Apply<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>First-Time Freshmen<\/strong>: <em>Students entering The Citadel as a member of the Corps of Cadets directly upon graduation from high school (may include dual enrollment or AP credit).<\/em>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Apply using <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/apply.commonapp.org\/Login?ma=1241\">Common App<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Degree Completion Transfer Students<\/strong>: <em>Students who have already graduated high school AND will have one year or more of college coursework completed before enrolling to earn their degree as a member of the Corps of Cadets.<\/em>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Apply using <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/apply.citadel.edu\/apply\/\">The Citadel App<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\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\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-important-information\">Important Information<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis with decisions usually made within ten to fifteen days after an application is submitted and required items such as the transcript are received.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here is more information about our various <a href=\"https:\/\/nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.citadel.edu%2Fselective%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7C%7Ca87b9766e92c4fd40a5c08dd1926e92b%7C960c1081d06341f8844b41d738db04a3%7C0%7C0%7C638694377126161175%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=JSb3aAeM3KiLgjUC6A2InzG7gLCZYljEto5znxPaDiY%3D&amp;reserved=0\">Honors Programs<\/a> for intellectually motivated students.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"> <strong><a href=\"#checklist\" style=\"text-transform: uppercase\">Checklist<\/a> |  <a style=\"text-transform: uppercase\" href=\"#when\">When Should I Apply?<\/a> |  <a style=\"text-transform: uppercase\" href=\"#what\">What Happens After I Apply?<\/a> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>Ranked the <a href=\"https:\/\/today.citadel.edu\/for-the-first-time-the-citadel-is-named-overall-1-regional-university-in-the-south-by-u-s-news-world-report\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Best Regional University in the South<\/strong><\/a>, The Citadel shapes future leaders and heroes to be able to embrace the opportunities and challenges presented in society. The design of The Citadel is to instill each cadet with the lifelong core values of honor, duty and respect. Fill out the Corps of Cadets application today to join the one of a kind experience at The Citadel!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This Corps of Cadets application is only for first-time applicants to the Corps of Cadets. Cadets seeking readmission after completing one semester (or more) in the Corps must re-apply through the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/root\/registrar\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Office of the Registrar<\/a>. Please reach out if you have any questions. We will be happy to assist you in the application process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"checklist\">Cadet Application Checklist<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Completed application (with $40 application fee)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Official high school transcript<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Any official transcripts showing all coursework attempted after high school<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Official ACT and\/or SAT score report (if applicable)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>International Students:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/corps\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/Intl-Student-Checklist-Undergrad-2026-v3.pdf\" type=\"link\" id=\"https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/corps\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/Intl-Student-Checklist-Undergrad-2026-v3.pdf\">International Undergraduate Student Enrollment Checklist<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>International Supplement\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Complete the form in your student portal and submit financial certification.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>International Supplemental Financial Documents: Personal funds, funds from parents\/relatives, or a private sponsor\/organization must be documented through an official bank certification or a current bank statement (less than 6 months old). The document must certify the specific amount available in U.S. dollars and include the bank\u2019s name and address, as well as the name, signature, and official stamp of a bank representative.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Important date:<br>If you are applying for full scholarship consideration, the deadline is <strong>March 1<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Understanding the Admission Process<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"when\">Timing: When Should I Apply?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Citadel usually begins accepting applications on September 15<sup>th<\/sup>&nbsp;of the student\u2019s senior year of high school. The Admissions Committee continuously evaluate admissions portfolios, with decisions (acceptances and denials) made on a rolling admission basis. Admissions decisions are usually made within ten-to-fifteen days after the completion of an applicant\u2019s portfolio. Expect to hear back in writing via U.S. mail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Citadel\u2019s incoming class frequently fills up each year. As the incoming class approaches its capacity, space availability issues can impact the timing of admission decisions and notifications. As a result, students should begin the application process in a timely fashion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what\">Admission Phases: What Happens After I Apply?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Admission to The Citadel occurs in two basic phases. The first phase, described above, involves an initial evaluation of academic credentials. Then the student will receive an email with the result of this evaluation is an academic acceptance or denial.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The second phase leads to final acceptance and obligates the applicant to submit, among other requirements, medical history and physical examination forms for evaluation by The Citadel Surgeon. Standards of medical fitness are very strict. Medical approval must be received in order to secure final acceptance. Academically-accepted applicants must also submit updated, final transcripts for evaluation. Granting final acceptance occurs after satisfactory completion of all coursework. Final acceptance notifications usually begin going out in late-June or early-July communicated in writing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Additional Information<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In some cases, the Office of Admissions may request additional information (e.g., an updated transcript, another ACT or SAT score, a statement addressing some other aspect of the applicant\u2019s portfolio, etc.) after the portfolio becomes complete and before rendering the official admission decision. Additional medical information may also be requested as part of the medical evaluation process. Requests such as these are made in writing.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Cadet Application for Class of 2030 For admission to the South Carolina Corps of Cadets, The Citadel has partnered with Common App to provide the cadet application. The Citadel is a test optional school, no personal essay and no teacher recommendation are required to apply. 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