Our Mission
Develop ethical leaders who serve and inspire through entrepreneurial innovations, applied learning, and impactful partnerships.
Vision Statement
Cultivate principled leaders who serve, inspire, and transform communities.
Zucker Family School of Education Bachelor’s & Master’s Degree Rankings
- Ranked #4 out of 32 in Best Bachelor’s Degree Schools in South Carolina Ranking.*
- Ranked #1 out of 7 in Best General Educational Leadership & Administration Master’s Degree Schools in South Carolina Ranking.*
- Ranked #1 out of 12 in Best Educational Administration Master’s Degree Schools in South Carolina Ranking.*
- Ranked #1 out of 12 in Best Teacher Education Grade Specific Master’s Degree Schools in South Carolina Ranking.*
- Ranked #2 out of 24 in Best Master’s Degree Schools in South Carolina Ranking.*
*Source: College Factual’s 2022 Best Quality Rankings*

Thadeus O’Neill is a secondary education major with a focus in social studies. He has received placements on the Dean’s List, Commandant’s List and President's List.
Troy Dion is a veteran undergraduate student at The Citadel majoring in Secondary Education with a second major in Political Science. After serving in the U.S. Air Force for two decades, Dion returned to The Citadel to earn his degree.
The Summer Bridge Program supports students' transition from high school to college by providing them with campus resources, physical fitness training and academic success skills.