Slides from a Capitol Technology University virtual information session held April 24, 2024 and covering Online accredited master's degrees offered by the university. Includes details about degrees offered, tuition and fees, financial aid, and how the programs are set up.
1. Welcome to the Master’s Virtual Information Session
We will begin at 7 p.m. Eastern
2. 1. WHO WE ARE: A LEGACY OF GREATNESS
2. WHY WE’RE SPECIAL
3. MASTERS PROGRAM OVERVIEW
4. POST-BACCALAUREATE CERTIFICATES
5. TUITION & FINANCIAL AID
6. NEXT STEPS
7. BREAKOUT ROOMS
Bill Gibbs, MA
Info Session Host
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AGENDA
3. Your Graduate Admissions Experts
Kellie Robertson, MEd
Assoc. Dir., Graduate Admissions
Ian McAndrew, PhD
Dean of Doctoral Programs
Chris Urdzik, MS, MMOAS, MSM
Director of Graduate Programs
William Butler, DSc
Vice President, Cyber Science
4.
5. About
Established in 1927, and
based near Washington, D.C,
we are specifically dedicated
to high tech education,
including engineering,
cybersecurity, computer
sciences and tech
management.
6. Nonprofit, Private &
Accredited
Capitol is a nonprofit, private accredited university
located in Laurel, Maryland, USA
Capitol Technology University is
accredited by the Commission on
Higher Education of the Middle
States Association of Colleges and
Schools
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.B.A., M.Ed, M.Phil.,
M.Res., T.M.B.A.), and Doctoral
(D.B.A., Ed.D., D.Sc., Ph.D.) degrees.
7. 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
Space Command
Academic Engagement
Enterprise (AEE)
8.
9. What Makes Capitol
The Premiere Choice
• Educational partners of the National Defense University, IEEE
(Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers), 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
• Ranked in top 8% of all U.S. Colleges and Universities by
Forbes Magazine. Median 10-year salary in top 2%.
10. Return on Investment
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)
*Net Present Value)
A Capitol Technology Degree is an outstanding
investment in your future!
11.
12. Post-Baccalaureate
Certificates
Each certificate is 12 credits (4 courses)
• Aerospace Accident Investigation & Fault Analysis
• Critical Infrastructure
• Digital Forensics and Incident Handling
• Health Care Systems Security
• Informational Technology
• Secure Cloud Computing
• Secure Mobile Technology
• Security Management
Capitol also offers undergraduate certificates.
For more information on all certificates,
visit: captechu.edu/degrees-and-programs/certificates
13. Master’s Degrees offered at Capitol
MS, MBA, & TMBA Start Dates
Sum. Term I- 4/29, Sum. Term II – 6/24
Fall Term I- 8/26, Fall Term II- 10/21
Aviation (MS)
Aviation Cybersecurity (MS)
Business Administration (MBA)
Counterterrorism (MS)
Critical Infrastructure & Cyber Protection (MS)
Construction Cybersecurity (MS)
Cyber Analytics (MS)
Cyber Product Development (MS)
Cybersecurity (MS)
Engineering Technology (MS)
Facilities Management (MS)
Intelligence & Global Security (MS)
Occupational Safety & Health (MS)
Product Management (MS)
Technical MBA Business Analytics & Data Science (TMBA)
Technical MBA in Cybersecurity (TMBA)
Uncrewed & Autonomous Systems (MS)
Computer Science (MS) Live/On Campus starting Fall 2024
Aeronautical Accident Investigation (M.Phil.)Phil)
Artificial Intelligence (M.Res.)
Astronautical Engineering (M.Res)
Aviation Maintenance (M.Res.)
Construction Science & Management (M.Res.)
Critical Infrastructure (M.Phil.)
Cyber Engineering (M.Phil.)
Cyberpsychology (M.Res.)
Cyber Science (M.Ed.)
Forensic Cyberpsychology (M.Res.)
Human Factors (M.Res.)
Project Management (M.Res.)
Quantum Computing (M.Res.)
Sustainability (M.Res.)
Systems Engineering (M.Res.)
M.Res./Ph.D. Combination
14. NEW! On-Ground M.S. Computer Science
Starting Fall 2024
Two 16 weeks semesters per Academic Year
Starts each semester – Fall and Spring
International Students (F-1 VISA)
Starting Fall 2024
per Academic Year
Starts each semester – Fall and Spring
Must take 3 courses per semester
Domestic Students (U.S. Citizens)
• Starting Fall 2024
• Two 16-week semesters per Academic Year
• Starts each semester—Spring or Fall
• Domestic applicants follow normal Master’s application process
International Students (non U.S. Citizens)
• Starting Fall 2024
• Two 16-week semesters per Academic Year
• Starts each semester—Spring or Fall
• Must take 3 courses per semester to maintain student visa status
• International students have additional application requirements
15. International Student Additional Requirements
Starting Fall 2024
Two 16 weeks semesters per Academic Year
Starts each semester – Fall and Spring
International Students (F-1 VISA)
Starting Fall 2024
per Academic Year
Starts each semester – Fall and Spring
Must take 3 courses per semester
1. Submit Application and Application Fee of $50
2. Proof of English Proficiency
3. Official College Transcript
If earned degree outside of the U.S
must be NACES evaluated
4. Statement of Finance showing
minimum $44,690
(I-20 Issuance requirement):
5. Copy of Passport
www.captechu.edu/international-student-ms-computer-science
16.
17. Tuition, Discounts, and
Financial Aid
Capitol offers a variety of ways to make your Master’s degree as
affordable as possible
1. Military Rates & VA GI Bill/Yellow Ribbon Participation
2. Hometown Heroes Discount
3. EdAssist Featured Provider
4. Blue Ribbon Program
5. Alumni Discount
6. Sponsorships
7. Help with Navigating the Process
Note: Not all discounts apply to every degree program. Consult with Admissions for details on your program.
$630 (per credit)* - plus $39 per credit fees (information
technology & other applicable fees)
18. U.S. Military Rate
We recognize the service of our military students and offer a
generous discount rate for active duty and retired uniformed
personnel.
U.S. Active Duty Military Tuition
Rates (all master's degree programs)
$350 per credit hour plus fees (rate
also applies to spouses of active
duty military members)
U.S. Retired Military Tuition
Rate (all master’s degree
programs) $100 discount ($530
per credit)
VA PROGRAMS
MONTGOMERY GI BILL
POST 9-11 GI BILL- STUDENTS
ARE ELIGIBLE TO RECEIVING A
PARTIAL HOUSING STIPEND FOR
ONLINE PROGRAMS. IF YOU ARE
FULLY ELIGIBLE UNDER THE POST 9-
11 GI BILL, YOU MAY BE ABLE TO
COMPLETE YOUR DEGREE FREE.
YELLOW RIBBON PROGRAM
U.S. Veterans: We’ll work
closely with you to help you
obtain your V.A. Payments
Please email your Certificate of
Eligibility or V.A. forms to the
Registrar’s Office at
vabenefits@captechu.edu
21. The Next Steps
Submit an Application
• Go to CapTechU.force.com and click on the apply
now link and fill out the FREE online application.
• Bachelor’s degree official transcript from a
regionally accredited college or university.*
• Resume
• Goal Statement
• Request a transcript from your undergraduate
degree granting institution be sent to Capitol
Technology University.
• Meet the program specific requirements.
• GRE or GMAT tests are NOT required
*Or international university equivalent (with NACES evaluation)
22. Considering a Doctorate?
Join us for our monthly doctoral virtual information session.
https://www.captechu.edu/admissions-and-financial-
aid/doctoral/register-doctoral-info-session
or: tinyurl.com/y73f5rhb
Considering a Doctorate?
Join us for our monthly doctoral virtual information session.
https://www.captechu.edu/admissions-and-financial-
aid/doctoral/register-doctoral-info-session
or: tinyurl.com/y73f5rhb
24. Breakout Rooms
Room 1 ~ Dr. William Butler
MS, MBA, and TMBA programs
Room 2 ~ Dr. Ian McAndrew
MEd, MPhil, and MRes programs
MRes/PhD Combination
Not sure? Stay in the general session and the
admissions team will assist you.