Orientation
Whether you are new to The Citadel or you are continuing your graduate or undergraduate work here on our campus, we would like to extend a warm welcome to you!
You have come to the right place if you desire to make a difference, aspire to become a leader in your field, and look forward to having a productive and rewarding career.
Also, you should feel very confident that you have made a wise decision in choosing The Citadel. In the 2019 "Best Colleges" rankings from U.S. News & World Report, The Citadel was designated as the No. 1 Top Public University in the South offering up to a master’s degree.
We encourage you to spend some time perusing through this page to orient yourself with our campus and learn what resources are available to get the most out of your Citadel experience.
Virtual Orientation Events
Summer 2022 Virtual Orientation
Thursday, April 28 at 06:00 PM EST
Summer 2022 New Student Q&A
Wednesday, May 4 at 06:00 PM EST
Fall 2022 Virtual Orientation
Thursday, July 21 at 06:00 PM EST
Fall 2022 New Student Q&A
Thursday, August 11 at 06:00 PM EST
Spring 2023 Virtual Orientation
Thursday, December 8 at 06:00 PM EST
Spring 2023 New Student Q&A
Thursday, January 5 at 06:00 PM EST
New Student Information Packet
Important Information for New Students
New Student Checklist
Key information to getting started
Student Services & Organizations
Learn more about everything available to you as a Citadel Graduate Student
Graduate Leadership Workshop
Instructions on how to fulfill this graduation requirement
Student Success Center & Disability Services
Explore various services provided to both undergraduate and graduate students at The Citadel.
Academic Calendar
Frequently Asked Questions
Administrative Offices
Graduation Information
Tuition and Fees
Campus Maps/Directions
About The Citadel Graduate College
The History of The Citadel
Guide to The Citadel Lingo
Off Campus Information
About Charleston
Lowcountry Graduate Center
Charleston Banks
Housing and Neighborhoods
Local Schools