The Objectives of the CAA are:
- To provide a private, self-sustaining, non-profit organization to support, advance and promote the ideals and purposes of The Citadel, the Military College of South Carolina, the Corps of Cadets, and the Alumni
- To foster, perpetuate and preserve the history, memories, values and traditions of The Citadel, the Military College of South Carolina, the Corps of Cadets, and the Alumni
- To sell, award and determine the right to wear the ring of The Citadel, which ring and trademark thereto are owned by the Association.