Cadets who are interested in nursing will declare biology as their major during freshman year with an interest to apply for nursing. The student will be assigned a faculty advisor who will work individually with the cadet during the freshman year to position the student for acceptance into the nursing program.

Learn what it takes to become an effective teacher and positively impact high school students and their communities. The portability of the teaching credential will allow you to teach in other states and even, in some cases, overseas. With work-life balance through having summers off, incentives for continued education, and a context that keeps you young, the field of education is ripe with opportunities.

The Department of Physics at The Citadel provides a comprehensive curriculum leading to a Bachelor of Science degree in Physics as well as undergraduate education in basic physics through calculus-based and non-calculus based introductory sequences. In addition, some specialize graduate courses are available to support those pursuing advanced degrees in education.

The biology major is designed to provide students with a broad background in modern biology that will prepare them for employment or further study in graduate or professional schools. Introduction to Biology I and II sequence BIOL 130 and BIOL 131 BIOL 140 and BIOL 141 Evolution (BIOL 208) – Class of 2021 and later Cell Biology (BIOL 205) Genetics (BIOL 308) Ecology (BIOL 406) Students must take four additional biology electives.

Students who have a particular interest in biochemistry or those who intend to enter medical, dental, veterinary, or similar professional schools are encouraged to major in the B.S. in Chemistry – Biochemistry Specialization program. Requirements for this degree are the same as the requirements for the B.S. in Chemistry program with the following differences: The following courses are required for the major.

The mission of B.S. program in cyber operations is to develop the next generation of cyber leaders who can analyze the security of cyber systems, protect and defend cyber systems, investigate different types of attacks and incidents in cyber systems in the industry, government or military environment. The Citadel has been designated as National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (CAE-CD) by the National Security Agency (NSA) and Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) since 2016.

The general business program of study provides a solid understanding of the fundamental areas in business. It is designed for students desiring a broad understanding of business that spans all facets of the business enterprise. The general business program prepares students for a variety of business careers. It is of special interest for the student who does not possess strong interests in any one field of study.

The four-year Construction Engineering program will prepare graduates to ethically and judiciously apply knowledge of science, mathematics and engineering methods to solve a wide range of technologically complex construction problems.

Learn at The Citadel School of Engineering, one of the top-25 ranked engineering programs in the nation and at the top institution in the Southeast. You can earn your Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, and enter a field where the median annual salary is $100,000+. Electrical engineering is the design, building and maintenance of electrical control systems, machinery and equipment.

The civil engineering course curriculum focuses on practical issues related to engineering design and professional practice. Courses prepare students for challenging careers in civil engineering and include four discipline specific concentrations: Mechanics of materials, structural engineering systems, reinforced concrete design, and steel design.

The B.S. program in computer science offers the student a sound foundation in computer science complemented by a background in mathematics appropriate to the discipline. Students will be prepared to deal with scientific applications as well as the theoretical basis of computer science, and gain an exposure to computer hardware (microprocessors) through courses offered by the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering.

Mechanical Engineering is a broad discipline that applies the principles of science, mathematics, and engineering to design, create, and maintain mechanical systems. For those who are creative problem solvers, a degree in Mechanical Engineering can provide you with the tools to pursue your passions and bring your ideas to reality. The Citadel’s Mechanical Engineering major courses prepare cadets for challenging careers in mechanical engineering and there are five main focus areas

The Citadel’s Chemistry, B.A. with an Environmental Concentration prepares future environmental chemists. Environmental chemists study the chemistry that occurs in natural spaces. Environmental Chemistry is a specialized area of Analytical Chemistry, requiring a strong understanding of the fate of chemical species in the air, soil, and water and how these chemicals move through the environment and biosphere.

Accounting is a crucial part of any organization: private, public or non-profit. Understanding and analyzing financial statements, interpreting accounting data, using accounting information and understanding tax consequences provides value-adding information for decision-making. Moreover, ethical accounting practices not only stabilize a company but ensure a strong financial future.

Financial services are a very important part of the U.S. economy and whether you want to become a financial analyst or financial planner, the Major is the option for you. The School of Business’ Finance Major guides students to explore many career opportunities available by exposing them to the aspects of financial services through academic study, extracurricular activities and internships.