The Future of Technology Starts with Capitol Technology University Students: Doctoral Edition

As discussed in the bachelor's and master's edition of this series, the importance of technology is only increasing. As an accredited institution located just outside of Washington D.C., Capitol Tech's mission has been educating students to become the next STEM leaders since 1927. Capitol Tech offers practical courses taught by industry experts so students can graduate with a bachelor's , master’s, or doctoral degree and gain the experience necessary to seamlessly enter the most technologically advanced government agencies and companies.

Capitol Tech is commitment to providing doctoral students support from professionally qualified faculty and exceptional student support. Doctoral students are partnered with Dissertation Chairs who are leading industry experts. Dissertation Chairs follow the student through their research process, development of a thesis, dissertation formulation, and defense. In addition, Capitol Tech has a worldwide research footprint. In the past three years, the institution has disseminated research completed by faculty or students, delivered keynote speeches at international conferences, and examined PhD research in 29 different countries.

“The most rewarding thing is for a student to walk into a room to defend their work, and then come out with the title “doctor.” It is a journey that takes you from being a professionally qualified person to someone who is at the leading edge of knowledge in their area,” said Dr. Ian McAndrew, Dean of Doctoral programs at Capitol Technology University. “At Capitol, for instance, we are producing doctoral graduates who are working at the forefront of STEM research, whether it’s in cybersecurity, business analytics, unmanned systems, or other areas.”

While many college graduates struggle to find meaningful work with their degrees, Capitol Tech provides a launch pad to a better life because the institution is dedicated to providing students with the real-world experience they need to enter today’s tech job market.

“I decided to attempt the Doctor of Science degree to demonstrate that I had reached the pinnacle of my field. Not only did I want the structure offered by this institution, but Capitol is highly respected in the U.S. government circles in which I work,” said Dr. Steven Wood, a 2019 graduate of Capitol Tech’s Doctor of Science in Cybersecurity program which was recently named the best cybersecurity program in the country. “This degree not only satisfied my drive to reach the highest level but has opened many new opportunities I never dreamed of…a Doctor of Science degree from CapTechU is worth every ounce of sweat, every bit of stress, and every dollar spent.

Capitol Tech provides an environment where STEM-focused students of any age or background can reach their full potential by learning from industry experts.