Citadel Military College of South Carolina Admission Requirements
Charleston, South CarolinaChances of getting into Citadel Military College of South Carolina
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance Rate
80.8%| Measure | Difficulty | |
|---|---|---|
| Admission Standards | Average | |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
How hard is it to get into Citadel Military College of South Carolina and can I get accepted? The school has a 81% acceptance rate ranking it #32 in South Carolina for lowest rate of acceptance. Last year, 2,159 out of 2,672 applicants were admitted making Citadel Military College of South Carolina an easy school to get into with a very good chance of acceptance assuming you meet the requirements. Academically, it has average requirements for admission test scores, generally admitting students who score in the top 52 percent. Citadel Military College of South Carolina typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students. Only 33% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school. Most incoming freshmen graduated in the top half of their high school class.
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SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score
SAT Range
1030-1220Applicants Submitting SAT
60%| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 25th | 520 |
| SAT Math 25th | 510 |
| SAT Composite 25th | 1030 |
| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 75th | 610 |
| SAT Math 75th | 610 |
| SAT Composite 75th | 1220 |
| Average SAT Score | 1130 |
SAT Scores you need to get in
What are the SAT requirements for students to be admitted to Citadel Military College of South Carolina?
Citadel Military College of South Carolina typically requires applicants to be in the top 55 percent of SAT test takers. The school consistently takes SAT composite scores down to 1030 on a 1600 scale, below which admission should be considered a reach. We estimate some students could be accepted with SAT's as low as 930. The estimated average SAT composite for admitted freshman is 1130 out of 1600. The school ranks #6 in South Carolina for highest average SAT composite score. 60 percent of applicants submit SAT scores to the school. Note: SAT scores presented on this page have been adjusted upwards per the College Board's concordance tables for test takers after March 2016.
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Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
| SAT Score (1600 scale) | Competitiveness | Admission Chances |
|---|---|---|
| 1220 and Above | Good | >88% |
| 1125 to 1220 | Avg + | 81%-88% |
| 1030 to 1125 | Avg - | 71%-81% |
| 935 to 1030 | Reach | 60%-71% |
| Less than 935 | Low | <60% |
Citadel Military College of South Carolina ACT Scores
ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score
ACT Range
20-25Applicants Submitting ACT
40%| ACT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 25th | 20 |
| ACT Math 25th | 19 |
| ACT Composite 25th | 20 |
| ACT Test | 75th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 75th | 25 |
| ACT Math 75th | 25 |
| ACT Composite 75th | 25 |
| Average ACT Score | 22 |
ACT Scores needed to get accepted
What are the ACT requirements for prospective students to get into Citadel Military College of South Carolina?
Admission data indicates that Citadel Military College of South Carolina regularly accepts students with ACT's of 20 and above. Successful applicants typically send ACT scores in the top 49 percent nationally. We estimate the school accepting minimum ACT composite scores around 18 in some instances. Prospective students submitting an ACT composite of 22 or higher should be in the upper half of applicants - and students with a 25 and above have very competitive chances. The school ranks #9 in South Carolina for highest average ACT composite score. 40 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Citadel Military College of South Carolina.
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score
| ACT Score | Competitiveness | Admission Chances |
|---|---|---|
| 25 and Above | Good | >89% |
| 22 to 25 | Avg + | 81%-89% |
| 20 to 22 | Avg - | 74%-81% |
| 18 to 20 | Reach | 65%-74% |
| Less than 18 | Low | <65% |
Estimated GPA Requirements & Average GPA
Avg. High School GPA
3.53Typical High School Grades
B+You will need very good grades in high school to get into Citadel Military College of South Carolina. The average high school GPA of the admitted freshman class at Citadel Military College of South Carolina was 3.53 on the 4.0 scale indicating that primarily B+ students are accepted and ultimately attend. The school ranks #14 in South Carolina for highest average GPA. If your high school grades are above the average 3.53 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as Citadel Military College of South Carolina accepts 81% of all applicants.
| High School GPA | Freshmen Within Range | Competitiveness |
|---|---|---|
| 3.75+ | 31% | Good |
| 3.50 to 3.75 | 20% | Avg + |
| 3.25 to 3.50 | 18% | Avg - |
| 3.00 to 3.25 | 18% | Avg - |
| 2.75 to 3.00 | 10% | Reach |
| 2.50 to 2.75 | 3% | Reach |
| 2.25 to 2.50 | N/A% | Low |
| 2.00 to 2.25 | N/A% | Low |
High School Class Rank
71% of Citadel Military College of South Carolina freshman were in the top half of their high school graduating class.
| High School Class Rank | Freshmen Within Range |
|---|---|
| Top 10% of class | 12% |
| Top 25% of class | 34% |
| Top 50% of class | 71% |
| Bottom 50% of class | 29% |
| Bottom 25% of class | 4% |
Admission Statistics
| Women | Men | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applied | 425 | 2,247 | 2,672 |
| Accepted | 314 | 1,845 | 2,159 |
| Acceptance Rate | 74% | 82% | 81% |
| Enrolled | 78 | 625 | 703 |
| Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) | 25% | 34% | 33% |
Admission Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to Citadel Military College of South Carolina and what considerations affect admission decisions?
| Test Scores | Required |
| High School GPA | Required |
| High School Class Rank | Recommended |
| Completion of College Preparatory Program | Recommended |
| Recommendations | Neither required nor recommended |
| Demonstration of Competencies | Neither required nor recommended |
Credits Accepted
| AP Credit | Yes |
| Dual Credit | Yes |
| Credit for Life Experiences | No |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Citadel Military College of South Carolina prefer SAT or ACT?
60% of students submit their SAT scores to Citadel Military College of South Carolina. 40% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.
What is my chance of getting into Citadel Military College of South Carolina?
81% of those who apply are granted admission to Citadel Military College of South Carolina. Admission competition is and the college has average admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.
What SAT score is required for Citadel Military College of South Carolina?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 1030 and 1220. 60% of students submit SAT scores when applying. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.
What ACT score is required for Citadel Military College of South Carolina?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 20 and 25. 40% of students submit ACT scores when applying. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.