Bachelor of Science (BS) in Systems Engineering
Design and Integrate Complex Engineering Systems
Explore the principles, technologies, and methodologies behind large-scale engineered systems with Capitol Technology University’s Bachelor of Science (BS) in Systems Engineering. This program prepares you to design, analyze, integrate, and manage complex systems that combine hardware, software, networks, and human decision-making processes. Through a multidisciplinary curriculum grounded in engineering, computing, mathematics, and systems thinking, you’ll develop the skills needed to solve complex technological challenges across industries such as aerospace, defense, energy, communications, transportation, and advanced technology systems.
What You’ll Learn
- Systems engineering principles and multidisciplinary design methodologies
- Systems architecture, integration, and lifecycle engineering
- Modeling and simulation of complex engineering systems
- Optimization methods and systems performance analysis
- Complex networks and interconnected technological systems
- Circuits, electronics, and digital system design
- Signals and systems, microcontroller-based systems, and computing fundamentals
- Engineering mechanics, probability, statistics, and quantitative analysis
- Engineering management principles and systems-level decision-making
- Applied problem-solving through systems integration and engineering design projects
- Professional communication, teamwork, ethics, and leadership in engineering environments
- Senior capstone design focused on real-world systems engineering challenges involving reliability, safety, cost, sustainability, and societal impact
Whether your goal is to work in systems integration, systems architecture, engineering management, networked technologies, aerospace systems, or complex infrastructure development, Capitol Tech’s Systems Engineering program prepares you to graduate with the technical expertise, analytical capabilities, and interdisciplinary perspective needed to lead in today’s increasingly connected and technology-driven world.
Why Capitol?
Our location puts you in the heart of the action.
The Baltimore, Maryland/Washington D.C. area has one of the largest concentrations of high-tech companies, defense contractors, and government agencies in the United States, making it easier to find internships and high-paying jobs.
Our classes are taught by working professionals.
A field like software engineering is constantly evolving, which makes our faculty extremely valuable since many are experts in the field.
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Market Demand for Systems Engineering Professionals
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), total employment is projected to grow by 5.2 million from 2024 to 2034. Growth is driven by healthcare and other sectors. An estimated 284,100 new jobs are expected.
Degree Details
Tuition & Fees
Tuition rates are subject to change.
| Fall 2025–Summer 2026 | Fall 2026–Summer 2027 | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition (per semester,12–18 credits) | $13500 | $13635 |
| Per-credit Tuition (over 18 credits) | $1125 | $1125 |
| Student Activity Fee (resident) | $189 | $204 |
| Student Activity Fee (commuter) | $106 | $115 |
| Information Technology Fee (per semester) | $440 | $450 |
| International Student Fee (per semester) | $824 | $824 |
| International Student Application Fee | $50 | $50 |
| Fall 2025–Summer 2026 | Fall 2026–Summer 2027 | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition (per credit, on-campus, online, or independent study) | $869 | $875 |
| Student Activity Fee | $22 | $25 |
| Information Technology Fee (per credit) | $45 | $55 |
| Fall 2025–Summer 2026 | Fall 2026–Summer 2027 | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition (standard rate, per credit) | $455 | $460 |
| Tuition (partnership rate, per credit) | $360 | $375 |
| Information Technology Fee (per credit) | $45 | $55 |
| Fall 2025–Summer 2026 | Fall 2026–Summer 2027 | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition (active duty, per credit) | $250 | $250 |
| Tuition (retired duty, per credit) | $769 | $769 |
| Information Technology Fee (per credit) | $45 | $55 |
- All full-time students who keep their student account current are promised their tuition will not increase more than 1% per year for four years.
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