August 2025 | Issue 162

Capitol Tech Ranks Number 1 in MD Graduate Salaries

Capitol Tech Ranks #1 in Maryland for Graduate Salaries

 

Capitol Technology University is proud to announce that we have ranked #1 in Maryland for graduate salaries. A ten-year study conducted by the Maryland Longitudinal Data System Center (MLDSC) found that our graduates who work in the state earn higher salaries than students from all other Maryland colleges and universities. According to the data, annual earnings for Capitol Tech grads in Maryland average at $70,000 for bachelor’s graduates, $115,000 for master’s graduates, and $176,000 for doctoral graduates.

GreyCon Promo August 2025

GreyCon 2025 is Coming Soon!


Our professional tech conference has a new date! Join us on-campus on Friday, October 10 during our Founder's Week Celebration to explore new research involving space, AI, and cybersecurity with leading experts and our Keynote Speaker, Charles F. Bolden Jr., Major General, USMC (Ret.), 12th NASA Administrator, and U.S. Astronaut. Price of admission includes full access to the day's activities, breakfast and lunch, and a conference swag bag.

Capitol Tech AE student interns at NOAA

Capitol Tech AE Students Selected for NOAA Internship


Astronautical engineering students Eddie Zhou, Alexander Simonetti, Nathan Kinsey, Carrington Hillard, Owen Coffee, and Philip Alsop were selected for a unique, multi-year internship opportunity with the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Satellite Operations Facility (NSOF) for the Joint Polar Satellite System (JPSS) mission. These interns share their experiences at NOAA and how Capitol Tech helped prepare them for success.

Research and Publications

Research & Publications


Bear Afkhami, Adjunct Professor at Capitol Tech, was recently featured and published in Bloomberg Weather Watch, Domestic Preparedness Journal, State of Disaster Podcast, as well as presented at the Maryland Department of Emergency Management Association Symposium.


Professor Afkhami will be leading an upcoming community event Elder Fraud Prevention 101 on November 19 at 6:00 p.m. All are welcome to attend.

Master of Business Administration Program

Program Spotlight

Master of Business Administration


This online MBA program is tailored for professionals seeking the credentials and expertise needed to qualify for senior management and leadership roles across both government and industry. Coursework and projects focus on strengthening leadership skills, using new technologies to solve business problems, and developing processes of innovation. Designed with flexibility in mind, this program allows you to advance your education and career for a competitive market.

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Upcoming Info Sessions and Events

Undergrad Open House

Undergrad Open House

(On-Campus)

Sat., Oct. 4, 2025

9:00 a.m. ET

Capitol Tech Master's Information Session

Master's Info Session 

(Online)

Wed., Sept. 17, 2025

7:00 p.m. ET

Capitol Tech Doctoral Information Session

Doctoral Info Session 

(Online)

Sun., Sept. 14, 2025

3:00 p.m. ET

Aviation Visitor's Day


Are you interested in learning more about our Aviation Professional Pilot program?


Join us on Saturday, September 20 for our Aviation Visitor's Day for prospective students and their parents.

Aviation Visitors Day
Capitol Tech Career Fair October 17

Fall Career Fair


Is your organization seeking outstanding candidates for open job positions?


Join us on Friday, October 17 for our Fall Career Fair! Interested employers should register early to secure a spot.

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