Scholarship Opportunity

Cyber Studies Merit Scholarship

Offered by AFCEA Central Maryland Chapter

The Cyber Studies Merit Scholarship supports graduating high school seniors pursuing four-year degree programs in cybersecurity, information assurance, and related computing or engineering disciplines.

EssayRequired
RenewableNo
Grade LevelHigh School Senior

Application Timeline

Important application dates

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Current Scholarship Cycle

OpensTo Be Announced
DeadlineTo Be Announced

Eligibility

  • Be a graduating high school senior.
  • Plan to attend a four-year accredited institution full-time.
  • Plan to pursue cybersecurity, information assurance, or a related major or concentration.
  • Related fields may include network security, information technology, computer science, applied cryptography, secure software engineering, malware analysis, cybercrime, computer engineering, or electrical engineering.

Requirements

  • Complete the AFCEA Central Maryland scholarship application.
  • Submit the required essay.
  • Students pursuing cyber studies must address cyber in the essay.
  • Submit all academic and supporting information required by AFCEA.

How to Apply

  1. 1Confirm that your intended degree has a qualifying cybersecurity focus.
  2. 2Complete the current AFCEA Central Maryland application.
  3. 3Prepare a cyber-focused scholarship essay.
  4. 4Submit the required supporting information.
  5. 5Submit the complete application by the annual deadline.

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