The Samantha Jennings-Jones Memorial Scholarship was established by family, friends and colleagues of Sam to support women seeking to start or advance their career in cybersecurity so that others may continue her mission.
Scholarship Details
- One $5,000 scholarship awarded annually
- Funds can be applied to tuition, fees, books, and required materials
- Scholarship funds are sent directly to the recipient's educational institution
- Scholarships are not renewable and must be reapplied for each year
Eligibility Criteria
- Recipients must be female
- Must pursue or plan to pursue a degree in cybersecurity, information assurance, or a similar field in the Fall
- Eligible applicants include high school seniors, undergraduate, and graduate students (Ph.D. students are not eligible)
- Minimum GPA of 3.2 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent)
- Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
- Attending a college or university in the U.S., either on-campus or online
- May attend 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 specified criteria
- Create a resume/CV (maximum three pages)
- Complete essay questions in the application
- Submit the completed application by 11:59 PM ET on March 3rd
Samantha Jennings-Jones was a dedicated public servant, a deep expert within her domain, and a friend to many in the cybersecurity community. A “plank holder” at the White House Office of the National Cyber Director, Jennings-Jones was a key member of the team that drafted the National Cybersecurity Strategy and a leader on its implementation plan.
Not all applicants will receive a scholarship. Scholarships are a one-time award and must be re-applied for each year in order to be considered for another scholarship.