The Citadel’s ExCEL program is a scholarship and development program sponsored by the National Science Foundation for students who show exceptional leadership potential. During the four-year program at The Citadel, students first receive academic support so that they can become leaders in the classroom and in the program. During subsequent years, ExCEL focuses on connecting students with resources and experiences to help build a career plan and become leaders in the civil engineering profession. See Article re Citadel Cadet Recruits and Lowe real estate development company: https://today.citadel.edu/lowe-hosts-cadet-recruits-for-lecture-series/