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Capitol Technology University

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Start: 2026-04-14T14:00:00
Location: Capitol Technology University

Laurel, Maryland 20708

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STEM-heavyTight-knitSuburban

Top graduate earnings — known for computer science

Capitol Technology University is a private institution in Laurel with particular strength in computer science and engineering.

A small campus of 259 undergraduates with a 9:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.

47% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $85,035 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $24,678.

Established

1927

Motto

Aut viam inveniam aut faciam

Type

Private university

Campus Visits

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78%Acceptance

—SAT Avg

259Students

9:1Student:Faculty

47%Grad Rate

$85,035Earnings 10yr

$24,678Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Capitol Technology University Launches New Data Science Minor

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tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

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Admissions

Acceptance Rate77.9%

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

77.9%

Trend

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$27,318

Room & Board$13,676

Books & Supplies$1,600

Total Cost of Attendance$40,900

Average Net Price$24,678

Median Debt at Graduation$20,264

Monthly Payment (10yr)$215

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$14,397

$30–48K$28,755

$48–75K$31,680

$75–110K$29,054

$110K+$32,011

Financial Intel

Avg Net Price

$24,678

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

3400.0%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$12,000

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

Peer Average

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

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Programs (38)

Student Life

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Student Body

Undergrads

259

Gender Split

19% / 81%

Women / Men

First Generation

36%

Pell Grant Recipients

35%

Race & Ethnicity

White 29%

Black 36%

Hispanic 6%

Asian 9%

Two+ 2%

Int'l 2%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate46.7%

Freshman Retention73.2%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$76,545

8 Years$83,027

10 Years$85,035

Rankings

U.S. News

#45

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Forbes

#52

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Niche

#38

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More About This School

History & Fun Facts

•History Capitol Radio Engineering Institute Capitol Technology University was founded in 1927 as the Capitol Radio Engineering Institute, a correspondence school, by Eugene H.
•Five years later, in 1932, a residence division was opened, allowing students to reside at the school and study in laboratories.
•In 1946, following World War II, the institute was accredited by the Engineers' Council for Professional Development (ECPD), which is now ABET, Inc.
•In 1964, it sold its correspondence school division (which comprised 20% of its business) and the Capitol Radio Engineering Institute name, to McGraw-Hill Continuing Education Center.
•Capitol Institute of Technology In 1964, the Institute changed its name to the Capitol Institute of Technology to reflect its expansion during the 1950s.

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Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

116High

Estimated from MD state average + suburban adjustment

Climate (School Year)

Snowfall: 30"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 125

Nearest Cities

Washingtonpop. 690K

14 mi(24 min)

Baltimorepop. 570K

21 mi(36 min)

Philadelphiapop. 1.6M

109 mi(189 min)

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Getting There

Nearest Airports

BWI Baltimore-Washington13 mi

IAD Washington Dulles33 mi

MDT Harrisburg79 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA380 mi · ~10h 59m drive

New York, NY190 mi · ~5h 29m drive

Hartford, CT289 mi · ~8h 21m drive

Providence, RI344 mi · ~9h 56m drive

Albany, NY297 mi · ~8h 35m drive

Syracuse, NY279 mi · ~8h 4m drive

Rochester, NY287 mi · ~8h 17m drive

Buffalo, NY286 mi · ~8h 16m drive

Philadelphia, PA109 mi · ~3h 9m drive

Pittsburgh, PA193 mi · ~5h 35m drive

Harrisburg, PA85 mi · ~2h 27m drive

Newark, NJ184 mi · ~5h 19m drive

Washington, DC14 mi · ~24 min drive

Baltimore, MD21 mi · ~36 min drive

Atlanta, GA556 mi · ~16h 4m drive

Charlotte, NC343 mi · ~9h 55m drive

Raleigh, NC246 mi · ~7h 6m drive

Miami, FL938 mi · ~27h 6m drive

Orlando, FL771 mi · ~22h 16m drive

Tampa, FL831 mi · ~24h drive

Nashville, TN579 mi · ~16h 44m drive

New Orleans, LA979 mi · ~28h 17m drive

Richmond, VA109 mi · ~3h 9m drive

Chicago, IL599 mi · ~17h 18m drive

Detroit, MI396 mi · ~11h 26m drive

Minneapolis, MN935 mi · ~27h 1m drive

St. Louis, MO718 mi · ~20h 45m drive

Kansas City, MO949 mi · ~27h 25m drive

Indianapolis, IN499 mi · ~14h 25m drive

Columbus, OH334 mi · ~9h 39m drive

Cleveland, OH306 mi · ~8h 50m drive

Milwaukee, WI638 mi · ~18h 26m drive

Dallas, TX1194 mi · ~34h 30m drive

Houston, TX1232 mi · ~35h 35m drive

Austin, TX1329 mi · ~38h 24m drive

San Antonio, TX1399 mi · ~40h 25m drive

Los Angeles, CA2303 mi · ~66h 32m drive

San Francisco, CA2443 mi · ~70h 35m drive

San Diego, CA2280 mi · ~65h 52m drive

Seattle, WA2326 mi · ~67h 12m drive

Portland, OR2352 mi · ~67h 57m drive

Denver, CO1497 mi · ~43h 15m drive

Phoenix, AZ1988 mi · ~57h 26m drive

Salt Lake City, UT1849 mi · ~53h 25m drive

Honolulu, HI4837 mi · ~139h 44m drive

Mid-Atlantic / Central (moderate winters, warm summers)

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Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park

Visitor parking lot

Free parking with visitor pass

9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions

Admissions Office

10:00 AMInformation session

Welcome Center

45 minutes

11:00 AMCampus tour

Starts at Welcome Center

75 minutes, student-led

12:30 PMLunch

Main Dining Hall

Visitor meal passes available

1:30 PMDepartment visit

Academic buildings

Schedule with department directly

2:30 PMExplore campus independently

Library, student center, residence halls

Nearby Hotels

Mid-Range

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$100-180/night

< 5 mi

Airport Transit

Baltimore-Washington (BWI)13 miles

Rental car

20 min$40-60/day

Shuttle/rideshare

26 min$16-26

Washington Dulles (IAD)33 miles

Rental car

50 min$40-60/day

Shuttle/rideshare

66 min$40-66

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1-3 supplemental essays required

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SAT Range	Avg Award	Note
1400-1600	$25,000	Academic merit scholarship
1200-1399	$15,000	Dean's scholarship
1000-1199	$8,000	Achievement award