Overview
Capital University Follows the Motto of "Ask. Think. Lead." as it Prepares Students for the Future
Bexley, Ohio, a suburb of Columbus, is home to Capital University, a four-year university that prepares students for the future and follows the motto of "Ask. Think. Lead."
Ask - Simply put, Capital University teaches students to make their voices heard. Free inquiry is central to the way students learn at Capital. With open debate comes greater understanding.
Think - but think critically. Constantly questioning assumptions is a skill that every student learns - and one that will serve Capital University graduates well throughout their lives.
Lead - With clear goals comes determination to forge a path toward them. Capital University creates leaders whose work ethic is matched only by their dreams.
Capital University believes undergraduate study is a four-year preparation for the future. It helps students learn leadership and critical-thinking skills that will serve them well in both professional schools and demanding careers afterwards. On the campus of Capital University in Bexley, Ohio, students find the support, encouragement, and resources to make things happen.
Capital teaches students how to think critically, reason logically, communicate powerfully, interact globally, lead ethically, and serve faithfully. It matches intense study with real-world experience; this includes outstanding opportunities such as internships at top firms and Fortune 500 corporations in Columbus and all of the U.S., and in-class consulting for local businesses.
The university also gives students the opportunity to do research alongside their favorite professors. Capital students then have the opportunity to travel with their teachers - not as students, but as colleagues - to present ideas to respected experts in their respective academic fields.
At Capital University, students learn the skills that employers demand. As a matter of fact, Capital students are in such demand that 92 percent of recent graduates either had jobs in their career of choice or went on to graduate or professional schools within six months of getting their diplomas.
Students Learn to Enjoy Life with the Wealth of Opportunities and Challenges at Capital
On the campus of Capital University in Bexley, Ohio, every day is a new experience, and each one makes Capital students more mature. New friendships are abundant, and new challenges abound. Whether it's bonding over a late-night movie or volunteering to fulfill a political passion, every action that students take is part of what helps to define their characters.
Learning isn't confined within the walls of academic buildings on Capital's Bexley campus. Whether it is living in a residence hall or living down the hall from mom and dad, at Capital University it's easy to get involved in new activities and make new friends.
The university has living options of all types right on campus in Bexley - from traditional residence halls to apartment-style living in newly built suites. From the picky eater to the most discerning palate, Capital University's dining options satisfy every appetite.
Capital University helps its students stay in shape with a world-class athletic facility that's built for the hard-core varsity athlete as well as the weekend warrior. Students can do a cardio workout, hit the weight room, or play football or dodgeball.
Capital offers students the opportunity to change their community in Bexley, the bigger city of Columbus, and reach far out into the world. Students volunteer for soup kitchens, tutor children, clean up local parks, and organize blood drives. With more than 70 student organizations at the university, students can pursue their passions, make friends, and develop leadership skills.
Columbus, Ohio, Offers Unlimited Culture, Recreation, and History for Capital University Students
Capital University is tucked inside the Columbus, Ohio, suburb of Bexley. Columbus is a Midwestern city filled with staggering opportunities. From multinational corporations and professional sports to an arts community that's unmatched, Columbus has it all. It's what anyone would expect from the 15th largest city in the country and Ohio's capital.
Columbus is the headquarters of many Fortune 500 companies - which means opportunities aren't hard to come by. But it's not all about business in the Ohio city. Columbus has professional sports to watch in every season and an arts community that's vibrant and thriving. Shopping at Easton Town Center or in the Short North is just minutes from Capital's campus. In addition, Columbus has parks, trails, museums, and a zoo, all just waiting to be explored.
Bexley is one of Columbus's most historic neighborhoods, with tree-lined streets populated by architecturally stunning homes. It's an escape from the city, but Columbus is only minutes away. Main Street in Bexley is marked with restaurants, coffeehouses, and an independent theatre, and everything sits just steps away from campus.
Capital University was founded in 1830, and its history shows. Mature trees tower over the brick paths that lead to its halls of learning. It's where ideas have been debated, careers launched, ball games decided at the buzzer, and lifelong friendships forged. At Capital, students are never more than a short walk from wherever they need to go.
