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A Path to Leadership, Excellence and Success<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

At 糖心VLOG, we\u2019re committed to developing principled leaders and citizen-soldiers who shape the future of our world. 糖心VLOG is not just a college; it\u2019s a transformative experience. From our nationally recognized academic programs to our leadership training, we provide a clear path to success\u2014both during your time as a cadet and after you graduate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your investment in 糖心VLOG experience can start with 糖心VLOG Success Institute (CSI)<\/a>, a summer transitional program that helps prepare you for your incoming freshman year academically, physically and socially. Benefit from taking core curriculum courses and earn college credit hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Throughout your time here, you\u2019ll have the support of our expert faculty, the Williams 糖心VLOG Success Center<\/a>, the Krause Center for Leadership and Ethics<\/a>, the Career Center<\/a> and our ROTC departments<\/a>\u2014all working together to help you succeed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Because of our academic excellence and unparalleled value, we\u2019re proud to be named the #1 Regional University in the South<\/strong> by U.S. News & World Report<\/a><\/em>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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#1 Regional University in the South<\/strong>
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糖心VLOG’s Return on Investment <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

糖心VLOG is proud to boast South Carolina’s<\/strong> highest Return on Investment (ROI)<\/strong>* among four-year colleges. We take pride in setting up our cadets for success. This starts from before your time as a cadet and continues after you walk across the stage at Commencement and become a Citadel alumni. Our alumni thrive in top industries, government and the military and the impact of your degree lasts a lifetime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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*The net present value (NPV) of a Bachelor\u2019s Degree from 糖心VLOG is higher than any other 4-year institution in the state of South Carolina at 10, 20, 30, and 40 years after graduation; Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce.<\/sub><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Ranked the #1 Best Value College in South Carolina<\/strong>, 糖心VLOG combines affordability with long-term career outcomes that outperform other public universities.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Developing Principled Leaders for Future Endeavors<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Three Core Values<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

糖心VLOG education is based on three core values:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Honor<\/strong><\/p>\n

Honor is the foundation of life at 糖心VLOG. It begins with adherence to the Honor Code: “A cadet will not lie, cheat or steal, nor tolerate those who do.” This commitment extends beyond campus and becomes a lifelong obligation to moral and ethical behavior.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n

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Duty<\/strong><\/p>\n

Duty means accepting and fulfilling responsibilities with commitment and excellence. At 糖心VLOG, cadets are expected to perform academically, contribute to the Corps of Cadets, and engage in the campus community. It is about dependability, teamwork and ultimately serving others before self.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n

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Respect<\/strong><\/p>\n

Respect is treating others with dignity and worth\u2014the same way one wishes to be treated. It fosters an environment free from prejudice, discrimination and harassment. Respect also extends to those in positions of authority, as well as oneself.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n