Capitol Technology University, a private nonprofit STEM institution In Laurel, MD., has been a global leader in technology education since it was founded in 1927. With programs such as computer science, construction safety and critical infrastructure, cybersecurity, engineering, unmanned systems, and many more, Capitol paves the way for students to find the most lucrative careers in the most in-demand fields.

Capitol offers both undergraduate and graduate education with a robust selection of majors. The university’s cybersecurity program has been recognized numerous times for its excellence, and the program, Chair Dr. William Butler received the SC Media Award for Outstanding Educator in 2021. All courses of study are taught by industry professionals with a wealth of experience in their fields, ensuring that students receive hands-on, career-ready education.

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Admissions

Application Deadline

Rolling Admissions

Acceptance Rate

84%

SAT Range

1020-1230

ACT Range

19-25

Application Fee

SAT/ACT

Neither required nor recommended

High School GPA

Required

Accepts Common App

Yes

Cost

Net Price

$24,638 / year

National

$15,523

Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.

Average Total Aid Awarded

$15,889 / year

National

$7,535

Students Receiving Financial Aid

97%

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Academics

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Student Faculty Ratio

10:1

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Majors

Capitol's Innovative Programs in Artificial Intelligence

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Online

Programs Offered Entirely Online

Offers Online Courses

Yes

Online Certificate Programs

Online Associates Programs

Online Bachelor's Programs

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Mix of Online and on Campus
69%
On Campus
8%
Online
23%

Students

Full-Time Enrollment

290 Undergrads

Part-Time Undergrads

Undergrads Over 25

16%

Pell Grant

45%

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Freshmen Live On-Campus

71%

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After College

Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation

$63,900 / year

National

$33,028

Graduation Rate

48%

National

49%

Employed 2 Years After Graduation

90%

National

83%