The Citadel Campus

Explore Our Campus

The original site of The Citadel was located in the heart of downtown Charleston in Marion Square. The site was a fortification established during the Revolutionary War, which later became a military academy in 1842. The City of Charleston offered the State 176 acres adjacent to Hampton Park for a new campus once enrollment outgrew the old one in 1918. Since then, The Citadel resides on the bank of the Ashley River, just over two miles from its original location. Learn more about The Citadel History.

The Citadel now sits on 300 acres with 27 buildings grouped around a 10-acre parade ground. The buildings are a Romanesque style of architecture with the use of arches and courtyards to replicate the old campus. There are four different program types, five different schools, NCAA Division I athletics, high impact practices and a variety of other opportunities. The South Carolina Corps of Cadets offers over 30 majors and over 40 minors, while The Citadel Graduate College offers 25 graduate degree programs, over 10 graduate certificate programs and 12 college transfer programs.

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100 Years on the Ashley

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Campus Landmarks and Attractions

• Summerall Chapel: A beautiful Gothic-style chapel that serves as the spiritual heart of campus.
• The Citadel Gift Shop: Stop by Mark Clark Hall to pick up Citadel gear, memorabilia and gifts for alumni, family and future cadets.
• Daniel Library: A central resource for cadets and graduate students with archives, study space and research support.
• The Citadel Museum: Explore artifacts, photographs and exhibits that tell the story of the college’s rich military history.
• The War Memorial: Located near Summerall Chapel, the memorial honors Citadel alumni who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to the nation.
• Swain Boating Center: The Citadel’s waterside location offering boat rentals and event spaces for students and staff.

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Ways to Explore Campus