Overview
Scholarship type
Merit based
Number of scholarships to award
Multiple
Grant
$5,000 - $22,000
Scholarship coverage
- tuition fee reduction
- other
Description
UMBC’s Cyber Scholars Program is geared towards preparing the next generation of cybersecurity professionals in an increasingly digital age.
The program was launched through a generous grant from the Northrop Grumman Foundation and in partnership with the Center for Women in Technology (CWIT).
Benefits
The scholarship offers a $5,000 - $22,000 amount, to help you with your studies
Eligibility
Supplemental Questions:
- List your intended major(s) at UMBC. Describe your short term and long term educational and career goals.
- Describe your past and current experiences and/or interests related: 1) to computing, cybersecurity, or related areas and 2) Leadership and/or meaningful involvement.
- The part of the Cyber Scholars Program mission is to encourage the participation and leadership of women and other underrepresented groups in computing and engineering. Describe the ways your beliefs and experiences align with this mission. (Tell us your story!)
- Why are you interested in becoming a Cyber Scholar and in what specific ways could you contribute to the community? How did you hear about the Cyber Scholars Program?
- Honors College: Indicate if you are interested in also applying to the Honors College.
Provide two (2) Recommendation Letters (Optional)
- List the name & e-mail of a STEM Teacher or Academic Counselor.
- List the name & e-mail of a STEM Teacher or Academic Counselor.
Scholarship requirements
Disciplines
Cyber Security
Locations
United States
Nationality
Any
Study experience required
High school
Age
Unknown
Application
Application deadline
03 Jan 2027
During this program, you will participate in an interview and have a chance to meet other finalists. Please be sure to save this date in your calendar.