The Citadel

What you'll study

Students follow a comprehensive, calculus-based physics curriculum with introductory sequences available in both calculus and non-calculus formats. The programme covers the fundamental physical sciences and trains students in mathematical modelling, data analysis and laboratory experimentation.

Entry requirements

The source page does not list specific admission criteria. Prospective applicants should consult The Citadel’s admissions materials for standard university entry requirements and any programme-specific prerequisites.

Career prospects

Graduates have a wide range of options thanks to their quantitative and experimental skills. Recent alumni have gone into engineering roles in industry, continued into graduate study in physics and related fields, or entered military careers. Within the military, the department notes particular alignment with the nuclear Navy and pilot career paths.

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

The department supports student engagement through a chapter of the Society of Physics Students and the Sigma Pi Sigma honor society, which provide fellowship and extracurricular activities; for specific scholarships and funding opportunities, applicants should review university-wide and department resources.