Achieve ROTC Excellence

With a Graduate Certificate from The Citadel

Lead and Teach with Confidence

The Citadel’s Zucker Family School of Education offers two fully online graduate certificates designed for personnel serving as ROTC faculty and staff on college campuses. These programs provide valuable professional development for leadership, teaching and support roles within ROTC units. With our flexible 8-week courses, you can earn your certificate on your schedule.


ROTC Cohort Programs Available

Higher Education Leadership Graduate Certificate

This certificate is ideal for those serving in ROTC faculty and administrative leadership roles, focusing on leadership, student success strategies, strategic planning and higher education governance.

Course topics include:

  • Leadership models and practices in higher education
  • Student development theory and success strategies
  • Strategic planning and assessment in academic environments
  • Organizational administration and governance

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Student Affairs Graduate Certificate

Perfect for ROTC personnel focused on student support roles like recruiting, advising and enrollment management. This program equips you with skills to guide students and manage essential campus services.

Course topics include:

  • Strategic enrollment management and student recruitment
  • Higher education student services and student success strategies
  • Higher education administration and student affairs management
  • Student development theory and student advising

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Why Choose The Citadel’s ROTC Cohort?

1. Professional Development to Enhance Your Impact

Enhance your ability to serve students and excel in your roles within colleges and universities. Our certificate programs help you deepen your understanding of higher educational leadership, organizational governance, administration and student affairs, while also improving your service to students.

2. Collaborate and Learn with Fellow ROTC Personnel

Join a unique learning environment where you will collaborate with other ROTC professionals from around the country. Share best practices, challenges and insights with peers who understand the demands of your role in ROTC units and gain valuable perspectives that will strengthen your professional network.

3. Study at an Institution That Honors Your Service

The Citadel, with its strong military tradition, deeply values your commitment to ROTC and service to the nation. Our programs are designed to honor and support military personnel as they advance in their educational and professional journeys.

4. Active Duty Scholarship Opportunities Available

The Citadel offers a variety of scholarships specifically designed to support active-duty service members in their pursuit of higher education. These scholarships help reduce the financial burden of tuition, making it easier for military personnel to continue their education while serving. Learn more


Take the Next Step

Ready to advance your career as a leader in ROTC? Learn more and apply today!