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Capitol College, located in Maryland was founded in 1927 as the Capitol Radio Engineering Institute. After a few name changes, the college finally assumed its present name in 1987. Spread across an area of 52 acres, the college has above 600 students and is the only independent college dedicated to technology and business. It offers various undergraduate and graduate programs in computer science, engineering, business and information technology. Additionally, the students can also opt for different associate’s degrees.
The college has a tutoring resource center which helps the students in English, electronics, mathematics and other subjects. The students of Capitol College are also a part of several clubs and organizations such as Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers(IEEE), Student Leadership Advisory Board(S-LAB), National Society of Black Engineers(NSBE) and Society of Women Engineers(SWE).
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Campus Location11301 Springfield Rd
Laurel, MD 20708
USA
Main Tel: (301) 369-2800
Web Site The campus is in a rural site not far from an urban area. |
Capitol College HighlightsWhere Capitol College stands out most compared to other schools (details below): - Many students concentrating in computer science and engineering and engineering technician.
- High male/female ratio.
- Many mature (40+ year old) students.
- Large number of programs of study offered.
- High faculty salary.
- Number of dorm rooms for students.
Other important characteristics: - Library on-campus
- Campus housing available
- Distance learning available
- Part-time classes available
Degrees Awarded (in 2007)| Degree | Total
Earned | Different
Programs |
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| Master | 152 | 6 | | Bachelor | 51 | 11 | | Postbaccalaureate certificate | 42 | 3 | | Associate | 3 | 3 | | 2-4 year degree | 2 | 3 | | 1-2 year certificate | 1 | 2 |
StudentsThe student enrollment at Capitol College was 699 in 2007 (436 full-time equivalent). About 84% of the freshmen class in 2007 was male and women were 16% of the class. Undergrads are 36% of enrolled students and graduate students are 64%. Students living in the US make up 100% of incoming freshmen.
Tuition and Other Costs| Item | Cost |
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| State Tuition and fees | $ 19,356 | | Room and board | $ 6,504 | | Books and supplies | $ 1,000 | | Other | $ 2,600 |
Financial Aid: Capitol College participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs. Please refer to BrainTrack's financial aid articles section for background information.
FacultyTenure (2007): | Full-Time Faculty | | Total |
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| Without tenure; tenure not available | | 13 |
Housing and MealsCapitol College provides on-campus housing for 120 of its 436 (full-time) students (as of 2007).
Capitol College Admissions (2007)| Applicants | Admitted |
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| Men | 75% | | Women | 77% | | All | 75% |
SAT Test Scores:| SAT | Middle 50% |
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| Verbal | 400-510 | | Math | 420-540 |
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Programs of Study(Number of degrees awarded in 2007 in parentheses) BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT (8 awarded) - Business Administration and Management
- Business Administration, Management and Operations
- Management Information Systems
- Operations Management and Supervision
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING (200 awarded) - Computer Engineering
- Computer Programming/Programmer
- Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
- Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services
- Computer and Information Sciences
- Information Science/Studies
ENGINEERING (21 awarded) - Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering
- Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN (22 awarded) - Computer Engineering Technology/Technician
- Computer Technology/Computer Systems Technology
- Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians
- Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
- Engineering Technologies/Technicians
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