Capitol Technology University is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Laurel, Maryland with 315 undergraduates. It admits 74% of applicants, costs an average of $19,881 a year after grants and graduates 64% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Capitol Technology University acceptance rate and admissions
Capitol Technology University admitted 74% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Neither required nor recommended (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
Capitol Technology University application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Rolling admission | Applications reviewed as they arrive |
Application fee through the Common App: free for U.S. applicants ($50 for international applicants). Confirm dates on Capitol Technology University’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
Capitol Technology University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $28,258 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $13,374 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $43,559 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $19,881 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $19,881 a year after grants and scholarships, $23,678 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Capitol Technology University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Capitol Technology University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 64% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $100,085 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $26,000 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 26% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Capitol Technology University majors and what graduates earn
Capitol Technology University awarded bachelor's degrees in 11 fields recently.
All 11 majors at Capitol Technology University
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IT and network administration | 16 | $69,595 | n/a | $18,000 |
| Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering | 8 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Computer and information sciences | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Aerospace engineering | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Electrical engineering | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Computer engineering | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Computer Engineering Technologies/Technicians | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians, Other | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Business administration | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Computer Programming | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Capitol Technology University
29 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 29 graduate programs
Students and location
- 315 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 18% women, 82% men
- 9 students for every faculty member
- Setting: large suburb
- Accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Capitol Technology University?
Capitol Technology University admitted 74% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Capitol Technology University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $28,258. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $19,881 a year in 2024-25.
Is Capitol Technology University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Capitol Technology University reported that test scores were: neither required nor recommended. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Capitol Technology University?
64% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Capitol Technology University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $100,085 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.