Capitol College offers one free credit for career-minded graduate students

12/7/09 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Rebecca Steiner Assistant Director, Marketing & Communications 301-369-2800, ext. 3015 rlsteiner@capitol-college.edu

Shonda Goward Assistant Director for Admissions Operations 800-950-1922 gradadmit@capitol-college.edu

Capitol College offers one free credit for career-minded graduate students

LAUREL - Capitol College is now offering graduate students who attend a Virtual Open House one free credit towards their first enrollment in a Capitol College master’s degree program.

Just like an on-campus Open House, a VOH is Capitol College’s way of acclimating potential graduate students to the online learning environment, helping them to make the hard decision of choosing a college that will advance their education and careers.

“Virtual Open Houses provide students the opportunity to learn about our programs, speak directly to faculty and deans, and ask questions,” says Dr. Michael Wood, Capitol College president. “Most importantly they are able to experience first hand our unique online platform, Capitol Live.”

Prospective students will earn a $549 credit towards their first course in a master’s degree program when they apply for admissions and attend a Virtual Open House, awarded only for enrollment in the semester following their VOH attendance. Students must meet the admissions requirements of the academic program to receive this credit. To register for the next VOH, held Thursday, December 10, 2009 at 7 p.m., go to www.capitol-college.edu/voh, or contact gradadmit@capitol-college.edu for more information.

Capitol College is the only independent college in Maryland dedicated to engineering, computer science, information technology and business. Founded in 1927, Capitol is an accredited institution offering associate, bachelor's and master's degrees, as well as professional development training and certificates, and partnerships with government and industry. Capitol is designated as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Information Assurance Education by the National Security Agency and Department of Homeland Security. The college is located in Laurel, Maryland, a suburban setting midway between Washington, DC and Baltimore. Capitol is committed to providing a quality education that is technology-driven, accessible, affordable and practical especially during these challenging economic times. Additional information can be found online at www.capitol-college.edu.

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