Doctoral Admissions
We offer doctoral programs with and without a research requirement to help you align your advanced degree with your specific career goals; whether that’s assuming a leadership role in your field, becoming a researcher, or joining a faculty department at the university level.
Doctoral Program Requirements
All students interested in applying for a doctoral degree need a master’s degree in a relevant field, a resume showing a minimum of 5 years of directly related work experience plus 2 completed recommendation forms.
The exception is our Combination Program PhD in Technology with Master of Science in Research Methods. You can enroll in this program with just an undergraduate degree. Upon completion of the program you will be awarded a Program PhD in Technology with Master of Science in Research Methods.
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The following rates are in effect for the 2022-2023 academic year, beginning in Fall 2022 and continuing through Summer 2023. Effective Fall 2020 active duty military receive a $100 per credit hour tuition discount for doctorate level coursework. Community College full-time faculty and full-time staff receive a 20% discount on tuition for PhD or DSc programs. Click here for 2023-2024 tuition rates.
Tuition rates are subject to change.
Tuition
- Per credit - $933
- 3-credit course - $2,916
Active Duty Military Tuition Discount
- Active military receive a $100 per credit hour tuition discount
Retired Military Tuition Discount
- Retired military receive a $50 per credit hour tuition discount
Fees
Admissions
- Doctoral application - $100
Registration Academic Services
- Information technology fee - $39 per credit hour
- Citi Exam Fee for Initial Doctoral Course - $50
- Write and Cite Exam Fee for Initial Doctoral Course - $50
- Late payment - $25
- Returned check - $40
- Transcript (each) - $10
- Certificates - $25
- Replacement of Diploma - $75
Lab fees- Lab Fee - Level 1 - $25
- Lab Fee - Level 2 - $50
- Lab Fee - Level 3 - $75
- Lab Fee - Level 4 - $100
- Lab Fee - Level 5 - $350
- Lab Fee - Level 6 - $500
- Doctoral program - $150
- Additional degrees - $75
Click here to see graduate payment options.
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Hometown Heroes Tuition Discount
We honor those who serve their local communities:
- Community College faculty and staff
- High school teachers and administrators
- Emergency Personnel (EMTs, paramedics, firefighters, and police)
- Department of Defense Employees
These heroes receive a 20% tuition discount for graduate programs (Master’s and Doctoral Degrees).
EdAssist Partner Discount
As a member of EdAssist’s Featured Provider Network, Capitol Technology University offers employees and immediate family members of all EdAssist clients a 20% tuition discount and application fee waiver for undergraduate and graduate programs. EdAssist administers tuition assistance benefits for over 200 companies. Contact your HR department to find out if you’re employer is an EdAssist supported organization.
Loans
The federal government makes low-interest loans available to graduate students. Like all loans, these must be repaid. Students must be enrolled at least half-time (six credits) each semester and can borrow up to their cost of attendance minus all other financial aid received.
Federal Unsubsidized Direct Loan
Graduate students can take out a low-interest Unsubsidized Direct Loan through a program sponsored by the federal government. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid determines a student’s eligibility. If you file a FAFSA and include the Capitol Technology University school code, 001436, Capitol’s Financial Aid Office will inform you of the loan amount for which you qualify. The maximum amount a Grad student may apply for is $20,500 per academic year based on their eligibility. The interest rate is variable and accrues on the loan during in-school and grace periods. Interest may be paid as it accrues or it can be added to the loan principal. To apply for the Unsubsidized Direct Loan go to http://www.studentloans.gov to complete the Master Promissory Note and Entrance Counseling session.
Federal Direct Grad PLUS Loan
The PLUS program, also sponsored by the federal government, is available to graduate students who have borrowed their maximum annual or aggregate loan amount to help pay for education regardless of financial need. Students must be enrolled at least half-time (6 credits).
- The loan is based on credit history. Grad student must have good credit history.
- A FAFSA must be completed.
- Grad student may borrow up to the cost of the education minus any other aid. Grad student must complete the PLUS Master Promissory Note and credit check found online at http://www.studentloans.gov. The credit check must be done each academic year the loan is borrowed.
- Grad students with adverse credit history may be required to complete an online Entrance Counseling Session before the loan can be disbursed.
- Interest accrues upon disbursement. Interest can be paid as accrued or added to the principal of the loan.
- Repayment begins immediately after the final disbursement for the academic year.
- The interest rate for the PLUS is variable, with a maximum rate of 9 percent. The rate is adjusted every July 1, based on the 52-week Treasury Bill on June 1, plus 3.1 percent.
Veterans' Benefits
If you are a veteran or a veteran's dependent, you may be eligible for educational benefits.
Helpful Links
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We require you to submit an essay with your application
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.
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Write your application essay before starting the admission application, you cannot apply without the essay.
Include your non-refundable application fee of $100.
Contact the college or university where you received your degree and have the official sealed transcript sent directly to:
Graduate Office of Admissions
Capitol Technology University
11301 Springfield Road, Laurel, MD 20708.For those applicants who have attended a post-secondary college and/or university outside of the United States, you must have your academic records evaluated by a National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) organization member . Regardless of citizenship, language or home country, you must have your academic records evaluated by a NACES organization member. When selecting the type of evaluation, please be sure to select Course by Course Evaluation.
The DSc in Cybersecurity requires an industry certification. The CISSP, GSE, CGEIT or CISM will qualify. There are others that may also qualify. If you have additional questions about the certification requirement email doctorate@captechu.edu.
Have your current resume in Microsoft Word or PDF send to: doctorate@captechu.edu. Make sure the file name contains your first and last name and put graduate admissions resume in the subject line.
Download the recommendation form from the admissions page of the myCapitol portal and have 2 recommendation forms send to the above address.
Once your file is complete, it will be forwarded to the Admissions Committee for review.
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Fall: All application materials must be submitted by August 15 (classes begin early September)
Spring: All application materials must be submitted by December 15 (classes begin in early January)
Summer: All application materials must be submitted by April 15 (classes begin in early May)
Please note, the PhD in Business Analytics and Data Science and DSc in Cybersecurity do not have cohorts starting in the summer.
Take the Next Step
You can also contact Admissions at doctorate@captechu.edu or call 1-800-950-1992.