Nightwing is proud to champion STEM education so we can empower the next generation of innovators, fostering the skills in technology and problem solving crucial for a secure digital future.
Scholarship Details
- Two $10,000 scholarships awarded for tuition, fees, books, and required materials
- Award must be accepted within three weeks of notification
- Award must be used by December 31 of the award year and cannot carry over
- Scholarship is a one-time award and does not renew
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be a U.S. Citizen
- Belong to a historically underrepresented minority in STEM (e.g., women, Black, Native American, AAPI, Hispanic, LGBTQ+, or persons with disabilities)
- May be male, female, or nonbinary
- Be a high school senior, undergraduate, or graduate student (PhD candidates not eligible)
- Pursuing a degree in cybersecurity, information security, or a similar field
- Have a cumulative GPA of 3.30 or higher
- May attend on campus or online, full-time or part-time
Application Process
- Prepare unofficial transcripts from your current or most recent educational institution
- Obtain one letter of recommendation addressing the applicant's skills, abilities, and other relevant details
- Prepare a resume/CV (maximum 3 pages)
- Answer essay questions within the application
- Submit your completed application by March 3rd deadline
- If awarded, ensure official transcripts are sent to receive funds
Applicants will be scored by members of ISC2 and scholarship sponsors (if applicable). Not all applicants will receive a scholarship. Nightwing Scholarships are a one-time award and do not renew.