Cyber security, or information security, is quickly becoming a popular major for many students. This is not surprising, because according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, information security jobs are growing “much faster than average” and the average salary is nearly $100,000 per year. If you are passionate about technology and enjoy problem solving, cybersecurity could be a great career pathway for you. Keep on reading to learn more about cybersecurity scholarships to pay for your education!

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• Top Cybersecurity Scholarships in 2021
• Need-based Financial Aid for Cybersecurity Students
• Summary of Cybersecurity Scholarships
• Expired Scholarships

Top Cybersecurity Scholarships in 2021

(ISC)2 Graduate Scholarships

• Eligibility:  Open masters or doctoral pursuing a degree in cybersecurity or information assurance.
• Amount: $1,000 to $5,000
• Deadline: March 8, 2021

(ISC)2 Undergraduate Scholarships

• Eligibility:  Open to high school seniors or undergraduate college students who are interested in pursuing a degree in cybersecurity or information assurance.
• Amount: $1,000 to $5,000
• Deadline: March 8, 2021

(ISC)2 Women’s Cybersecurity Scholarship

• Eligibility: High school seniors, college undergraduate, or graduate students who are intending to pursue a degree in cybersecurity or information assurance.
• Amount: $1,000 to $6,000
• Deadline: February 22, 2021

KnowBe4 Scholarship for Black Americans in Cybersecurity

• Eligibility: African American or Black students who will be an undergraduate or graduate student in 2021 pursuing a degree in cybersecurity or a related field.
• Amount: Up to $10,000
• Deadline: April 19, 2021

KnowBe4 Women’s Scholarship

• Eligibility: Female students who are planning on pursuing a degree in cybersecurity, information assurance, or a similar field. Students must be high school seniors, college students, or masters students.
• Amount: Up to $10,000
• Deadline: February 22, 2021

Lint Center Scholarships

• Eligilbity: There are a variety of scholarships available for students with an interest in a career in national security, including some scholarships specifically for veterans.
• Amount: Up to $2,000
• Deadline: Applications are due in January and July

SAIC Cyber Warrior Scholarship

• Eligibility: Students must be honorably discharged from one of the five U.S. military branches by April 14, 2021. This scholarship supports students who are pursuing cybersecurity certification training.
• Amount: Varies
• Deadline: March 2, 2021

Need-based Financial Aid for Cybersecurity Students

If you are a current or prospective cybersecurity student, you may also qualify for need-based financial aid through your college or through the government. There are two major financial aid applications you should know about:

Free Application for Federal Student Aid (or FAFSA) which is how students can access financial aid through the government. This financial aid can include federal student loans, Federal SEOG Grants, and Pell Grants.

CSS Profile which is how some colleges and universities award institutional financial aid.

You should check-in with your college to see what applications are required for need-based financial aid!

Summary of Cybersecurity Scholarships

1. (ISC)2 Graduate Scholarships
2. (ISC)2 Undergraduate Scholarships
3. (ISC)2 Women’s Cybersecurity Scholarship
4. KnowBe4 Scholarship for Black Americans in Cybersecurity
5. KnowBe4 Women’s Scholarship
6. Lint Center Scholarships
7. SAIC Cyber Warrior Scholarship

Expired Scholarships

(ISC)2 RVA Chapter Scholarship

• Eligibility: High school juniors, seniors, or current undergraduate students who reside in the Richmond, Virginia Metro area.
• Amount: $1,000
• Deadline: December 14