<p>FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE</p><p>Contact: Kyle Anderson Marketing & Communications Coordinator 301-369-2800, ext. 3015 [email protected]</p><p>Capitol Launches Dual Enrollment Program with Charles Herbert Flowers High School</p><p>LAUREL, MD (August 22, 2011) – Capitol College is pleased to announce the launch of its new dual enrollment program in conjunction with the Charles Herbert Flowers High School Science and Technology Program. </p><p>The program will offer pre-selected students from Charles Herbert Flowers High School the opportunity to take one tuition-free, freshman-level class in an area of the student’s interest. The pilot program will allow budding high-school students the opportunity to experience college-level classes, and prepare them for the rigors of their chosen academic field.</p><p>After being accepted into the dual enrollment program, students will also be granted admission to Capitol College upon completion of their senior year of high school. Students who complete their first semester-long class with a B average or better will be invited back in the spring semester for another freshman-level class.</p><p>Upon completion of a class, students will have earned full college-credit which can be used toward their Capitol education, or transferred to any accepting college. Additionally, dual-enrolled students will have access to advisory placement testing and academic support offices for the duration of their participation.</p><p>To be considered for dual enrollment, students must complete a paper application, submit a copy of their transcripts, write an essay outlining their area of interest and provide a letter of recommendation. </p><p>An interview day will be arranged, allowing students to visit campus, meet Capitol’s faculty and staff, register for the program and learn more about what Capitol has to offer.</p><p>Capitol College is the only independent college in Maryland dedicated to education in engineering, computer science, information technology and business through practices of leadership and innovation. Founded in 1927, Capitol offers associate, bachelor’s and master's degrees, a Doctor of Science in Information Assurance, professional development training and certificates. Academic programs are grounded in centers of excellence; these include the Space Operations Institute, the Critical Infrastructures and Cyber Protection Center, the Innovation and Leadership Institute, and the Center for Space Science Education and Public Outreach. The college campus is located in Laurel, Maryland, a suburban setting midway between Baltimore and Washington, DC. www.capitol-college.edu. </p><p>###</p>