{"id":585,"date":"2022-08-17T09:49:50","date_gmt":"2022-08-17T13:49:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/graduatecollege\/?page_id=585"},"modified":"2026-01-14T13:12:09","modified_gmt":"2026-01-14T18:12:09","slug":"orientation","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/graduatecollege\/current-students\/orientation\/","title":{"rendered":"Orientation"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-welcome-to-the-citadel-graduate-college\">Welcome to 91ÁÔÆæ Graduate College<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Congratulations on your admission to 91ÁÔÆæ Graduate College! Whether you\u2019re just beginning your academic journey or continuing your studies, you\u2019ve made a wise decision. Ranked the #1 Top University in the South offering up to a master\u2019s degree by U.S. News &amp; World Report, 91ÁÔÆæ is committed to helping you grow personally, academically, and professionally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Before your first class begins, there are a few important steps to take\u2014and orientation is one of the most important. 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Whether you\u2019re attending classes in person or online, these links can help you feel more connected and prepared.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Welcome to 91ÁÔÆæ\u2014we\u2019re excited to have you with us.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-campus-information\">Campus Information<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Explore the structure and traditions of 91ÁÔÆæ and find everything you need to succeed as a student on campus:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/registrar\/academic-calendar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Academic Calendar<\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/graduatecollege\/-mission\/faq\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/root\/citadministration\">Administrative Offices<\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/annual-events\/commencement\/\">Graduation Information<\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/graduatecollege\/-prospective-students\/fees\">Tuition and Fees<br><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/root\/directions-maps\">Campus Maps\/Directions<\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/graduatecollege\/about-cgc\/\">About 91ÁÔÆæ Graduate College<\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.citadel.edu\/root\/citadel-history\">The History of 91ÁÔÆæ<\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/web.citadel.edu\/root\/images\/CGC\/Guide_to_Citadel_Lingo.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Guide to 91ÁÔÆæ Lingo<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-off-campus-information\">Off Campus Information<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Get to know your new home! 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