Scholars for Service (SFS) Scholarship

National Science Foundation (NSF) / Department of Homeland Security (DHS)

Amount: $25,000
Deadline: Varies by institution
Level: undergraduate, graduate
Renewable: Yes

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About

A program designed to recruit and train the next generation of information assurance professionals for the US federal, state, local, and tribal governments. Covers full tuition, fees, and a stipend.

Eligibility

  • Citizenship: US
  • GPA: 3.0+
  • Full-time student at a designated SFS institution
  • Commitment to work for a federal, state, local, or tribal government organization in a cybersecurity position for a period equal to the length of scholarship support

Required Materials

  • Application through participating university
  • Academic transcripts
  • Resume
  • Essays
  • Recommendation letters

Timeline

Applications are handled directly by participating universities. Deadlines vary but are typically in the spring.

Tips

Identify a participating SFS university and work closely with their program director. Highlight your interest in public service and cybersecurity.