Raytheon CCDC Women’s Scholarships in USA
Country: USA Value: $10,000.00 Category: Undergraduate, Graduate, Phd

Raytheon CCDC Women’s Scholarships in USA: $10,000 scholarship each to be applied to tuition, fees and books only.

The Center for Cyber Safety and Education (Center), previously the (ISC)2 Foundation, is a charity trust dedicated to making the internet a safer environment for everyone. Through our educational programs, scholarships, and research, we aim to guarantee that people all around the world have a good and secure online experience. (ISC)2's charity foundation is the Center.

(ISC)2 is a non-profit membership organization dedicated to promoting a safe and secure cyber environment. (ISC)2 offers a portfolio of credentials that are part of a comprehensive, programmatic approach to security. It is best recognized for the renowned Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification.

Application Criteria for Raytheon CCDC Women’s Scholarships in USA

  1. Must be a U.S. Citizen.
  2. Must be pursuing a degree with a cybersecurity or information security focus.
  3. Eligible applicants must have:  Participated in at least one National Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition (any qualifier or regional) between 2017 and April 2020.
  4. A cumulative GPA of 3.30
  5. May be attending on campus or online.
  6. May be attending full time or part time
  7. If awarded: the award will be sent to the school with instructions that it be applied to tuition, fees and books.

You also need:

1. Unofficial transcripts from your current (or most recent) educational institution. If awarded; no funds will be disbursed until official transcripts

2. One Letter of Recommendation outlining the following:

  • How long have you known the applicant and in what capacity?
  • What skills or abilities does the applicant have that will support him/her in completing a degree?
  • What other information about the applicant should be taken into consideration?

NOTE: Academic references are preferred; however, you may submit a professional letter of reference addressing the points above.

3. Resume/CV – No more than 3 pages maximum. Do not include links to publications.

4. Essay questions to be filled out in application:

  • Tell us why you should be chosen to receive this women's cybersecurity scholarship and what makes you stand out from your peers?
  • Describe why you need the scholarship.
  • Describe your personal and education backgrounds.
  • What - or who - inspired you to pursue a career in cybersecurity? What makes you a candidate for success in information security and what are your goals for your professional career.
  • When you graduate and secure a career in our industry, what steps can you take to “pay it forward” by supporting other women (currently in school, recent graduates, mid career transition) new to our field? 
  • Describe any contributions to the cybersecurity field i.e., volunteer work, articles, etc., and any other hobbies or extracurricular activities and what they mean to you. (Do not include links to articles)

Eligible Nationalities for Raytheon CCDC Women’s Scholarships in USA

USA Citizen

Terms and Conditions:

Applicants will be scored by members of (ISC)² and scholarship sponsors (if applicable). Scoring will be based upon three categories:

  1. Passion,
  2. Merit,
  3. Financial Need

Benefits of Raytheon CCDC Women’s Scholarships in USA!

Students will receive:

Each scholarship of US$10,000 is only applicable to tuition, fees and books. Exam Voucher (ISC) ² (for the certification exam (ISC) ² of your choice), printed textbooks, digital textbooks, mock exams (if available), five-day seminars (excluding travel and accommodation costs) or live internet.

The first year membership fee will be paid after the seminar and the exam are passed and approved. Examination vouchers and education packages can be collected upon graduation and are valid for one year from the date of issuance.

Internship opportunities are determined on a case-by-case basis and depend on the available positions at Raytheon. If an internship opportunity is provided to the researcher, travel and accommodation costs are not provided.

Inquiries can be sent to scholarships@isc2.org or call 727-493-3587

Notes

Up to two scholarships will be awarded to two women participating in the National Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition

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