The Citadel
Charleston, South Carolina
How selective is it?
The Citadel is in our Accessible tier (75%+ acceptance). Admits the large majority of applicants who meet minimum eligibility requirements.
Third-party estimates ~75-81%.
Tiers are broad on purpose. Acceptance rates move every cycle, and many schools are more competitive for specific majors than the school overall, so use this as a starting point for your list, not a prediction.
How to use The Citadel in your college list
This is often a likely or safety option for students who meet the school's eligibility requirements. Still confirm that your intended major is offered and not capped, and note deadlines for housing, scholarships, and financial aid, which can matter more than the admission decision itself.
Building a list across tiers? See all 9 South Carolina colleges in our finder, or follow our guide to building a list by score and GPA.
Check the current numbers yourself
For The Citadel's current test-score and GPA ranges, acceptance rate, and cost, go to the source:
- Find its Common Data Set ↗ Section C has the middle 50% of scores and GPA. Our step-by-step guide shows how to read it.
- College Scorecard ↗ U.S. Department of Education data on cost, graduation, and outcomes.
- Net price calculator ↗ Estimate what your family would actually pay after aid.
- Find the official admissions page ↗ Deadlines, requirements, and how to apply.
Similar colleges to consider
Schools with a similar selectivity, in the same state, or known for the same fields. A balanced list usually mixes a few reaches, several realistic targets, and at least one or two safeties.
- College of CharlestonCharleston, SC · Accessible
- Coastal Carolina UniversityConway, SC · Moderately Selective
- University of South CarolinaColumbia, SC · Moderately Selective
- Winthrop UniversityRock Hill, SC · Moderately Selective
- Furman UniversityGreenville, SC · Moderately Selective
- Presbyterian CollegeClinton, SC · Moderately Selective
Frequently asked questions
How selective is The Citadel?+
The Citadel sits in our "Accessible" tier (75%+ acceptance). Third-party estimates ~75-81%.
Is The Citadel hard to get into?+
Admits the large majority of applicants who meet minimum eligibility requirements. Selectivity varies by major and changes every admissions cycle, so treat the tier as a starting point and check The Citadel's own admissions data for the current year.
How do I find The Citadel's current SAT, ACT, and GPA ranges?+
Search "The Citadel Common Data Set" and open Section C, which lists the middle 50% of test scores and GPA for the entering class. Our guide "How to Build Your Own College List by Score and GPA" on this site walks through it step by step.
Where is The Citadel?+
The Citadel is a public institution in Charleston, South Carolina.
Selectivity tiers and "known for" tags are general guidance compiled from public sources and may be out of date. MajorAtlas isn't affiliated with The Citadel. Always confirm details with the school.