1. DOCTORAL PROGRAM OVERVIEW

2. IAN MCANDREW, PhD
DEAN OF DOCTORAL PROGRAMS
CARMIT LEVIN
DIRECTOR OF
DOCTORAL ADMISSIONS
DOCTORATE@CAPTECHU.EDU
IRMCANDREW@CAPTECHU.EDU
WILLIAM GIBBS
HOST
ALLEN EXNER
DIRECTOR OF LIBRARY SERVICES
& INFORMATION LITERACY
LIBRARY@CAPTECHU.EDU
DOCTORATE@CAPTECHU.EDU
YOUR DOCTORAL EXPERTS

3. SESSION POINTERS
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4. 1. Why Consider Capitol for your Degree
2. Doctoral Program Overview
3. Requirements for Admission
4. How to Apply
5. Financial Aid
6. Questions and Answers
TODAYS AGENDA

5. WHO WE ARE:
Established in 1927, We are one
of the only private Universities
in the state of Maryland
specifically dedicated to
engineering, cybersecurity,
computer sciences and
technology management.
A LEGACY OF
GREATNESS

6. NONPROFIT, PRIVATE &
Capitol is a nonprofit, private accredited university
located in Laurel, Maryland, USA
The University is authorized by the
State of Maryland to confer
Associate’s (A.A.S.), Bachelor’s
(B.S.), Master’s (M.S., M.Phil.,
M.B.A., T.M.B.A), and Doctoral
(D.Sc., Ph.D., Ed.D., D.B.A) degrees.
Capitol Technology University is
accredited by the Commission on
Higher Education of the Middle
States Association of Colleges and
Schools
ACCREDITED

7. THE TOP REASONS TO
 All of our Doctoral Programs are online with little
to no residency requirements.
 Top ranked return on investment (ROI).
 Vibrant and growing alumni network.
 Courses taught by global leaders in their
respective fields.
 Award-winning degree programs.
 Our students are just like you –
working professionals who want to enhance their
career options and income with a Doctoral
Degree.
CONSIDER CAPITOL

8. RETURN ON INVESTMENT
A Capitol Technology Degree is an outstanding
investment in your future!
Ranked by UniversityHQ between Princeton & Harvard For
ROI
Of the 4,500 Colleges & Universities in the U.S., Capitol is
consistently ranked in the Top 5% For ROI Including:
 213th with a 20-year Net Present Value (NPV)*
 141st after 30-years
 120th over a 40-year work lifetime
*(2019 Georgetown University report: A First Try at ROI: Ranking 4,500 Colleges –
Center on Education and the Workforce)

9. Winner-SC Media Award “Best Cybersecurity
Higher Education Program”
Dr. William Butler named “Best Educator”
National Center of
Academic Excellence
(CAE) Institution
Aviation Programs Recognized by RAS
MULTI AWARD-WINNING
UNIVERSITY
USSPACECOM
Academic Engagement
Enterprise (AEE)

10. WHAT MAKES CAPITOL
Educational partners of the National Defense University,
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE),
National Cryptologic University, and the Maryland National
Guard
Center for Cybersecurity Research and Analysis
Post 9-11 GI Bill Yellow Ribbon Program Participating
Institution. Designated a Military Friendly School by GI Jobs
Magazine and Military Advanced Education Magazine
Strategic campus location allows for strong connections to
major employers and federal agencies
THE GOLD STANDARD

11. EXPERIENCE COUNTS
 State-of-the-art professional programs and over 90
years of experience in technology and engineering
education.
 Developed the nation’s first doctoral program in
Information Assurance (Now Cybersecurity) and
the first in the nation to offer this degree online.
 Near the NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, Fort
Meade (U.S. Military Cyber Command), and The
National Security Agency.
Capitol’s CACTUS-1 project is
selected for the NASA CubeSat
Launch Initiative (CSLI)

12. WHERE OUR GRADUATES WORK
OUR BIGGEST FANS:

14. Intelligence & Global Security
Machine Learning
Manufacturing
Military Leadership
Occupational Health & Safety
Occupational Risk Mgmt.
Offensive Cyber Engineering
Product Management
Quantum Computing
Real Estate Management
Space Cybersecurity
Space Operations
Sustainability
Systems Engineering
Technology
Technology Combo (MS/PHDT)
Unmanned Systems
Applications
PROGRAM MODEL
Synchronous Model (DSc & PhD) 54 Credits
Cybersecurity (DSc)
Business Analytics and Data Science (PhD)
Mentored Research Model (PhD/DBA/EdD) 60 Credits
Aeronautical Science
Artificial Intelligence
Astronautical Engineering
Computer Science
Construction Science
Counterterrorism
Critical Infrastructure
Cyberpsychology
Cyber Leadership
Emergency & Protective
Svcs.
Engineering Management
Facilities Management
Financial Cybersecurity
Forensic Cyberpsychology
Healthcare Cybersecurity
Healthcare Technology
(PhD)
Human Factors
Industrial Hygiene
DBA: Supply Chain
Management
EdD: Cyber Science
EdD: Educational Data
Analytics

15. SYNCHRONOUS COURSE
 Academic relationships are fostered through the
Cohort model of education
 Up to 20 students participate in one cohort
learning community
 Doctoral courses are online
 One on-campus residency course, which takes
place over a long weekend (Friday to Sunday)
INFORMATION

16. DSc CYBERSECURITY
(SYNCHRONOUS MODEL)
First of its kind DSc program in Cybersecurity brings
together an extraordinary peer community of
computer and security experts all committed to
understanding and evaluating the scope and impact
of systems and technology from institutional,
industry and global perspectives.
 Conduct research as a foundation for executive
action.
 Demonstrate innovation and creativity as it relates
to the strategic performance of an agency or
organization.
 Contribute to the decision-making process.
 Choose electives based on your professional focus.
RSC-802 Fundamentals of Doctoral Learning (6) 16-week course
IAE-830 Information Assurance Research Literature (3)
RSC-810 Professional Research Theory and Practice (3)
RESIDENCY: RSC-820 Situation Awareness Analysis & Action Plan Processes (3)
RSC-825 Applied Research in Information Assurance (3)
RSC-813 Professional Ethics and Leadership (3)
RSC-860 Research Design (3)
IAE-881 Special Topics II in IA (3)
RSC-812 Professional Research Theory and Practice, Part II (3)
IAE-880 Special Topics in IA (3)
IAE-882 Special Topics III in IA (3)
IAE-883 Special Topics IV in IA (3)
DSR-900 Writing the Doctoral Dissertation (3)
IAE-884 Special Topics V in IA (3)
DSR-935 Dissertation Preparation (3)
DSc Cybersecurity Courses
(54 Credits)

17. MENTORED RESEARCH
COURSE MODEL
 Earn your regionally accredited PhD 100%
online
 Uses a PhD model developed in Europe that
focuses on research and scholarly output
individualized to the student’s academic needs
 Flexible learning hours; interactive engagement
 There are no set classes at set times. You
conduct your research and meet virtually one-
on-one, at pre-arranged times, with your
academic mentor
 Transfer up to 42 credits
 Does not require residency (no required trips to
campus)
MENTORED RESEARCH MODEL
PhD/DBA/EdD DEGREES
Aeronautical Science
Artificial Intelligence
Astronautical Engineering
Computer Science
Construction Science
Counterterrorism
Critical Infrastructure
Cyberpsychology
Cyber Leadership
Emergency & Protective Svcs.
Engineering Management
Facilities Management
Financial Cybersecurity
Forensic Cybersecurity
Healthcare Cybersecurity
Healthcare Technology
Human Factors
Industrial Hygiene
Intelligence & Global Security
Machine Learning
Manufacturing
Military Leadership
Occupational Health & Safety
Occupational Risk Mgmt.
Offensive Cyber Engineering
Product Management
Quantum Computing
Real Estate Management
Space Cybersecurity
Space Operations
Sustainability
Systems Engineering
Technology
Technology Combo (MS/PHDT)
Unmanned Systems Applications
DBA: Supply Chain Management
EdD: Cyber Science
EdD: Educational Data Analytics

18. TWO PHD RESEARCH OPTIONS
Option #1 – Dissertation
Produce, present, and defend a
comprehensive doctoral dissertation
The Mentored Research Model Offers Two
Options To Complete Your Doctoral
Research.
Option #2 – Publication
Publish three peer-reviewed articles
in high-impact journals and then
write an exegesis bridging the three
“The main reason I chose to study for my doctoral
degree at Capitol is the program’s flexibility”
- Dr. Kam Ghaffarian
Ph.D. in Technology, and C.E.O. of Axiom Space, builders of the
world’s first commercial space station

19. MENTORED RESEARCH COURSE MODEL ROADMAP

20. MRes/PHD COMBINATION
PROGRAM
(IF NO MASTERS DEGREE)
Designed for students who desire a PhD, but do not possess an
appropriate master’s degree in a related field, the Combination
Program begins with a Masters in Research Methods and
continues with doctoral studies leading to a PhD in Technology.
MS/PHDT are awarded together at the conclusion of PhD.
FEATURES
 Enter with any Bachelor’s degree
 30-credit Masters in Research Methods
Mres courses include research techniques,
methodology, ethics, qualitative and quantitative
research, data collection, applied statistics, data
analysis, analytics and data visualization.
 60-credit PhD in Technology
PhD offers dissertation or publication options.

21. HOW DO WE HELP ENSURE
 Students have access to Dean of Doctoral
Programs throughout their experience
 A Dissertation Chair is assigned early in the
program
 Dissertation support from the very beginning is
established to ensure students complete their
studies
 Active support from Puente Library staff with
both virtual and physical resources available to
students
YOUR SUCCESS?

22. DOING YOUR RESEARCH:
LIBRARY RESOURCES
Journal articles, eBooks, conference
proceedings and more available at
https://login.captechu.idm.oclc.org/menu
Allen Exner
Need help accessing the Virtual Library or
finding anything?
DIRECTOR OF LIBRARY SERVICES &
INFORMATION LITERACY
ahexner@captechu.edu
library@captechu.edu

23. VIRTUAL LIBRARY RESOURCES FOR STUDENTS
THE ASSOCIATION FOR
COMPUTING MACHINERY
DIGITAL LIBRARY
FEATURING ACADEMIC SEARCH
ULTIMATE, BUSINESS SOURCE
ULTIMATE, AND APPLIED
SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
SOURCE
THE NATIONS PREMIER
COLLECTION OF DOCUMENTS
RELATED TO HOMELAND SECURITY
STRATEGY, POLICY &
ORGANIZATIONAL MGMT.
ACCESS TO FULL-TEXT DOCUMENTS,
CONFERENCE PROCEEDINGS, AND
IEEE PUBLISHED STANDARDS.
LEADING GLOBAL PROVIDER OF
LEGAL, REGULATORY, AND
BUSINESS INFORMATION &
ANALYTICS.
FEATURING ABI/INFORM GLOBAL;
ADVANCED TECHNOLOGIES &
AEROSPACE COLLECTION;
PROQUEST DISSERTATIONS &
THESES GLOBAL, AND OTHERS.
DIRECTORY OF THE PUENTE LIBRARY
BOOK & ARCHIVE COLLECTION.
DECISIONS SCIENCES JOURNAL
IS A PREMIER BUSINESS
RESEARCH PUBLICATION WITH
INTERNATIONAL VISIBILITY
AND IMPACT.

24. RECENT DISSERTATIONS
 Exploring Servant Leadership Behaviors of Career Fire Department Officers: A
Qualitative Descriptive Design Study--Reginald Freeman, PhD in Emergency and
Protective Services
 Linear Regression Feature Engineering in Classification Tree Learning--Jacob Renn,
PhD in Technology
 Cyber-Attacks to Industrial Control Systems since Stuxnet--A Systematic Review;
Scott Buchanan, DSc in Cybersecurity
 Quantitative Effects of Simulation-Based User Training on Overall Cyber Resilience in
Department of Defense (DoD) Systems--Keith Jordan, PhD in Critical Infrastructure
 Consumer Perceptions Towards Personal Data as an Economic Asset--A Qualitative
Study--Opal El, DSc in Cybersecurity
 Cyber Supply Chain Risk Management (C-SCRM) across the Defense Industrial Base
(DIB): A Cross-Sectional Survey of NISTIR 8276 Key Practices-- Jefferey Baldwin, DSc
in Cybersecurity
 Component Interactions of the Prime Numbers--Ernest G. Hibbs. PhD in Technology
 Develop Solar Hybrid Electric Propulsion System for Hybrid VTOL + Fixed Wing UAV--
Wai Man Tsai, PhD in Unmanned Sys. Applications
 Cyber Threat Intelligence at Small Financial Institutions: An Exploratory Study --
Nicole Brown, PhD in Cybersecurity Leadership
 Exploring Cyberphysical Defense Strategies for U.S. Electrical Power Grids--William
Kraemer, DSc in Cybersecurity
AVAILABLE VIA

25. ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS
The GRE (Graduate Record Examination) is NOT required for
admission to doctoral programs
*for MS/PHDT combined program, only undergraduate degree required
Complete Application
Essay
Professional Resume or CV
Two References
$100 non-refundable application fee
Master’s Degree in a Related Field*
Or Equivalent International Degree Level
3 – 5 Years of Related Work Experience
DSc applicants must hold one of the following
industry certifications:
 CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security
Professional)
 GSE (GIAC Security Expert)
 CGEIT (Certified in the Governance of Enterprise IT)
 CISM (Certified Information Security Manager)
In 1000-2000 words describe your relevant
experience and personal attributes as well as your
vision for how you plan to advance and successfully
complete the doctoral program. Detail your relevant
expertise and the ways in which you have prepared
to succeed in conducting original research in your
selected doctoral program.
ESSAY (all doctoral programs)

26. APPLICATION DEADLINES
SEMESTER START DATES
*Note: PhD in Business Analytics and Data Science and the
DSc in Cybersecurity do not have cohorts starting in the
summer.
Plan on a Fall or Spring start.
Deadline for Spring 2024: December 15, 2023
Spring classes start January 3, 2024
Deadline for Summer 2024: April 15, 2024
Summer Classes start April 29, 2024*
Deadline for Fall 2024: August 15, 2024
Fall Classes start August 26, 2024

27. TUITION & FEES
Tuition
$950 per credit hour*
$850 per credit hour* Active US Military/Spouses
$883 per credit hour* Retired US Military
Fees
$100 Doctoral Application Fee
$39 per credit hour - Information Technology Fee
$50 Citi Exam Fee for Initial Doctoral Course (One Time)
$50 Write & Cite Exam Fee (One Time)
$150 Doctoral Program Graduate Fee ($75 for subsequent)
*Rate for 2023-2024 Academic Year
10% ALUMNI DISCOUNT AVAILABLE
Balance due prior to start of classes and there are a
variety of payment options available.

28. HOMETOWN HEROES
We are proud to offer a 20% tuition discount for
graduate programs (Master’s and Doctoral Degrees),
to honor those who serve their local communities and
nation including:
 Community College faculty and staff
 High School teachers and administrators
 Emergency Personnel (EMTs, paramedics,
firefighters, and police)
 Department of Defense employees

29. FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
The Financial Aid Office can provide
guidance to you on securing assistance.
FINAID@CAPTECHU.EDU
While Capitol does not offer fellowships or internal
scholarships at the doctoral level, over 75% of our
doctoral students receive some form of financial
assistance, including:
 Student Loans
 Veterans Benefits
 Government or Corporate Sponsorship
 External Scholarships and Grants

30. STUDENT LOANS
U.S. Federal Student Loans Best to submit FAFSA
as early as possible. Takes at least 7-10 business
days to process (U.S. Citizens)
www.fafsa.ed.gov to apply for aid
Capitol’s Title IV Code = 001436
For questions, please contact the Financial
Aid Office at 301-369-3624
Meet the staff/Schedule a virtual appointment:
www.captechu.edu/admissions-and-financial-
aid/admissions-counselor/financial-aid-staff
Bit.ly: bit.ly/3HHjC5k

31. US SERVICE PERSONNEL
Montgomery GI Bill
Post 9-11 GI Bill
Students are eligible to receive a partial housing stipend
for online programs
Yellow Ribbon Program
Capitol is a Yellow Ribbon Institution. If you are fully
eligible under the Post 9-11 GI Bill, you may be able to
complete your degree tuition free
Active-duty military will receive a $100 per credit hour
discount; Retired military receive a $50 per credit hour
discount
U.S. Veterans: We’ll work closely with you to help
you obtain your VA Payments
Send Certificate of Eligibility (COE) to Office of
Registration & Records at vabenefits@captechu.edu
VA PROGRAMS FOR

32. EMPLOYEE TUITION
If you are eligible for employee tuition
reimbursement the Business Office
(businessoffice@captechu.edu) will work
closely with you and your employer to
handle the forms and paperwork.
Types of Employer Sponsorship
Corporate Sponsorship
Government Sponsorship (T.A. 1556)
Company promissory notes
REIMBURSEMENT

33. Capitol is a Member of the EdAssist
Featured Provider Network, Offering
Discounts to Employees of Participating
Companies.
Employees and immediate family
members of EdAssist companies
receive a 20% tuition discount for
undergrad, Master’s and
Doctoral Programs.
To see if your company is a participating Ed Assist
member,
visit: CapTechU.edu/EdAssist

34. THE TIME IS NOW:
TAKE THE NEXT STEP
Complete the application for Doctoral level
course work:
https://captechu.force.com
You can also schedule a virtual appointment
using the link below:
https://calendly.com/clevin-1
QUESTIONS?
Contact Carmit by email:
clevin@captechu.edu

35. Upcoming Webinars
in the CWC Leadership Series
Data Governance and
Compliance in the Ubiquitous
Digital World
December 14
Dr. Diane Janosek
Banking on Security:
Transferring Cybersecurity
Culture to SMBs
November 16
Tom Vazdar
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www.captechu.edu/webinar-series

36. IAN MCANDREW, PhD
DEAN OF DOCTORAL PROGRAMS
CARMIT LEVIN
DIRECTOR OF
DOCTORAL ADMISSIONS
DOCTORATE@CAPTECHU.EDU
IRMCANDREW@CAPTECHU.EDU
WILLIAM GIBBS
HOST
ALLEN EXNER
DIRECTOR OF LIBRARY SERVICES
& INFORMATION LITERACY
LIBRARY@CAPTECHU.EDU
DOCTORATE@CAPTECHU.EDU
YOUR DOCTORAL EXPERTS