All cadets at The Citadel are must accomplish all aspects of the educational program. This is a challenging, demanding program that involves significant physical and psychological challenges. These female height and weight requirements are in place to be sure that cadets, and perspective cadets, can successfully and safely complete the program requirements. Below you will find the female height and weight requirements. These requirements mimic those of the U.S. Army. If you are looking for male requirements, click here.
Height In Inches | Minimum Weight | Age 17-20 Maximum Weight | Age 21-24 Maximum Weight |
58 | 91 | 122 | 124 |
59 | 94 | 127 | 128 |
60 | 97 | 132 | 134 |
61 | 100 | 136 | 137 |
62 | 104 | 140 | 141 |
63 | 107 | 145 | 147 |
64 | 110 | 149 | 151 |
65 | 114 | 154 | 156 |
66 | 117 | 160 | 160 |
67 | 121 | 163 | 166 |
68 | 125 | 168 | 171 |
69 | 128 | 173 | 176 |
70 | 132 | 178 | 181 |
71 | 136 | 183 | 186 |
72 | 140 | 189 | 191 |
73 | 144 | 194 | 196 |
74 | 148 | 199 | 203 |
75 | 152 | 205 | 208 |
76 | 156 | 210 | 213 |
77 | 160 | 216 | 219 |
78 | 164 | 222 | 224 |
79 | 168 | 227 | 230 |
80 | 173 | 233 | 236 |
If you exceed the weight limit your percent of body fat is measured. Maximum body fat: 32%. A female will be declared Physical Deficient if she exceeds 32% body fat.