Male Height and Weight Requirements

All cadets at The Citadel are must accomplish all aspects of the educational program. This is a challenging, demanding program that involves significant physical and psychological challenges. These male height and weight requirements are in place to be sure that cadets, and perspective cadets, can successfully and safely complete the program requirements. Below you will find the male height and weight requirements. These requirements mimic those of the U.S. Army. If you are looking for female requirements, click here.

Height In Inches	Minimum Weight	Age 17-20 Maximum Weight	Age 21-24 Maximum Weight
58	91
59	94
60	97	139	141
61	100	144	146
62	104	148	150
63	107	153	145
64	110	158	160
65	114	163	165
66	117	168	170
67	121	174	176
68	125	179	181
69	128	184	186
70	132	189	192
71	136	194	197
72	140	200	203
73	144	205	208
74	148	211	214
75	152	217	220
76	156	223	226
77	160	229	232
78	164	235	238
79	168	241	244
80	173	247	250

If you exceed the weight limit, your percent of body fat is measured. Maximum body fat: 26%. A male will be declared Physical Deficient if he exceeds 26% body fat.