Capitol Technology University is a premier independent college in Maryland that has been providing quality education in engineering, computer science, information technology, and business for over 90 years. As an accredited institution, Capitol offers a range of degree programs, professional development training, and partnerships with industry and government to ensure students receive a comprehensive education. The university's commitment to technology-driven, accessible, affordable, and practical education ensures that students are well-prepared to embark on rewarding careers and make a difference in the lives of others. 

Whether students are interested in building satellites, defeating cyber adversaries, mastering programming languages, managing project teams, or developing sound business strategies, Capitol Technology University has programs that meet the needs of both industry and society. With a prime location in Laurel, Maryland, midway between Washington, DC and Baltimore, Capitol provides an excellent learning environment for students to gain the skills and knowledge they need to stand out in the workforce.

History of Capitol Technology University

Capitol Technology University was founded in 1927 as the Capitol Radio Engineering Institute (CREI) by Eugene H. Rietzke in Washington D.C. to train radio and electronics technicians. It began as a correspondence school and later expanded to a residence division in 1932. As technology advanced, CREI added new training programs and courses. In the mid-1950s, it began awarding three-year Associate of Applied Science degrees and changed its name to Capitol Institute of Technology (CIT) in 1964. CIT awarded its first Bachelor of Science degrees in 1966 and relocated to Kensington, Maryland in 1969.

Capitol College, as it was renamed, offered more degrees in engineering and management, built on-campus housing, and converted from a quarterly academic calendar to a semester system. The college continued to expand in the 1990s, adding master's degrees and partnerships with NASA and the Maryland Distance Learning Network. In 2010, Capitol College launched its first-ever doctoral program in information assurance and added its second doctoral program in management and decision sciences four years later.

Capitol Technology University has continued to expand and offer academic programs in engineering, cybersecurity, computer science, business, and related fields. Today, it is the only independent university in Maryland that specializes in providing relevant education in these fields. Capitol Technology University is committed to providing students with a quality education and relevant experience to excel in a rapidly changing world filled with new technology and global commerce both now and in the future.

Renowned for its Unique Approach to Creative Educational Programs

Capitol Technology University is a top choice for students who are seeking a career in the STEM fields and want to obtain the skills and experience necessary to enter the tech job market. Capitol Tech has established itself as a leading institution that provides its students with the hands-on training, mentorship, and networking opportunities needed to excel in their chosen fields. Capitol Tech is strategically located near some of America's most technologically advanced government agencies and their private sector supply chains, providing students with unparalleled access to internships, co-op programs, and career opportunities. With its specialized focus on STEM careers, Capitol Tech is uniquely positioned to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and experience needed to succeed in today's fast-paced, technology-driven job market.

About the President

Dr. Bradford L. Sims is the President of Capitol Technology University. He assumed the role of President in 2018, bringing with him more than two decades of experience in higher education. Before joining Capitol Tech, Dr. Sims served as the Vice President for Academic Affairs and Chief Academic Officer at Webster University in Missouri. Prior to that, he held several academic and administrative positions at Indiana State University, including Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, Department Chair, and Professor of Chemistry.

Dr. Sims holds a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from West Virginia University, a Ph.D. in Physical Organic Chemistry from the University of Utah, and an MBA from Indiana State University. He has authored numerous research publications in the field of chemistry and has presented his work at national and international conferences.

Under Dr. Sims' leadership, Capitol Tech has continued to strengthen its focus on STEM education and expand its partnerships with government agencies and private companies in the technology sector. He has also prioritized initiatives to improve student retention, enhance the quality of instruction, and promote diversity and inclusion on campus.

Mission, Vision, and Values

Capitol Technology University has a clear and ambitious mission, which is to educate individuals for professional opportunities in engineering, computer and information sciences, and business. The institution aims to provide relevant learning experiences that lead to success in the evolving global community. The vision of the University in 2025 is aligned with its mission statement. Capitol Technology University strives to become a STEM-focused institution of higher education, providing undergraduate and graduate degrees in engineering, information sciences, and technology leadership. The university aims to be a provider of hands-on, career-relevant learning that is conducted in an interdisciplinary and interactive environment. It also seeks to develop graduates with communications, analysis, and critical thinking skills that allow them to be successful in a global environment and pursue lifelong learning as technical professionals, leaders, and innovators.

Capitol Technology University values quality, growth, leadership, balance, integrity, teamwork, communications, flexibility, and safety. The university strives to always improve the quality of its programs, expand and change to meet the new needs of society, offer creative, supportive, and shared leadership, maintain a balance between competing needs, be honest, ethical, and open, exercise collective effort to support students and staff, provide timely and useful information, discover and seize opportunities, and maintain awareness and prevention of accidents and threats. These values are the characteristics that the university embraces in working together to fulfill its mission and achieve its vision. By upholding these values, the university aims to create a learning environment that is conducive to the success of its students and faculty, while also benefiting society at large.