Overview
Capitol Technology University in Laurel, Maryland has competed in varsity esports since 2022, with affiliations including NACE · ECAC · Mid-Atlantic Esports Conference. Its teams currently compete in Overwatch 2, Call of Duty, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Rocket League and Marvel Rivals. The school does not publicly list esports scholarship terms (captechu.edu, 2026); contact the program directly. Federal College Scorecard data shows an average net price of $22,102 per year, an acceptance rate of 74% and a graduation rate of 43% across 315 undergraduates.
Esports details verified 2026-10-10 · Federal data retrieved 2026-10-10
Esports scholarships at Capitol Tech
No esports scholarship terms published (the official page says 'More information Coming Soon')
Capitol Tech doesn't publish esports scholarship terms. Ask the program staff about athletic or participation awards during recruiting.
The esports program
- Level
- Varsity
- Founded
- 2022
- Conference / league
- NACE · ECAC · Mid-Atlantic Esports Conference
- Facility
- Capitol Tech Esports Arena
- Titles fielded
- 5
Cost & outcomes vs. other esports schools
Compared with the median of all 405 esports programs we track.
| Tuition | $27,592 |
|---|---|
| Average net price (after grants) | $22,102 |
| Students receiving Pell grants | 39% |
| Median debt at graduation | $20,264 |
| Student-to-faculty ratio | 9:1 |
Who studies at Capitol Tech
315 undergraduates, shown as 100 people.
- White 29%
- Hispanic/Latino 5%
- Black 43%
- Asian 7%
- Two or more races 3%
- International 3%
- Other / unknown 10%
- Women
- 18%
- First-generation
- 36%
- Pell recipients
- 39%
Frequently asked questions
Does Capitol Tech offer esports scholarships?
The school does not publicly list esports scholarship terms (captechu.edu, 2026); contact the program directly. Scholarship terms can change each season, so confirm with the program before applying.
What games does Capitol Tech esports compete in?
Capitol Tech fields varsity teams in Overwatch 2, Call of Duty, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Rocket League and Marvel Rivals, according to the program's published information.
How much does Capitol Tech cost per year?
The average annual net price — cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving aid — is $22,102. Published tuition is $27,592 (U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard).
How hard is it to get into Capitol Tech?
Capitol Tech admits 74% of applicants, per the College Scorecard.
When did Capitol Tech start varsity esports?
Capitol Tech's varsity esports program began in 2022.
Sources
- Esports program and scholarship terms: captechu.edu (2026)
- Cost, admissions, outcomes and demographics: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved 2026-10-10
Research notes
A May 2022 university blog post launched a university-sanctioned varsity team (the Chargers). Titles are from the arena page and the ask.captechu.edu esports page.
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