- Full Tuition Coverage: For up to two years of graduate study.
- Stipend: $37,000 per year
- Professional Development Support: $6,000 per year for books, travel, and professional certifications.
- Be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident.
- Have a B.S. degree in Cyber Security Engineering or a closely related field.
- Meet the academic admission criteria for the M.S. in Cyber Security at ISU, including:
- Minimum GPA of 3.3 (on a 4.0 scale).
- Two recommendation letters.
- Personal statement outlining interest in cybersecurity and public service.
- Ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance.
- Students must enroll full-time in the on-campus M.S. in Cyber Security program.
- Complete a thesis under faculty mentorship.
- Engage in co-curricular activities, such as:
- Cybersecurity testbed development.
- Cyber Defense Competitions (CDCs).
- Cybersecurity Ambassador Program.
- Upon graduation, students must work in a cybersecurity-related role in a government agency for at least two years (equivalent to the length of their scholarship).
- Scholarship recipients must complete an internship (typically at a federal agency) before graduation.
- Graduates must secure government employment within 12 months of graduation.
- The work commitment must match the scholarship duration (e.g., two years of study = two years of service).
- Failure to fulfill the service requirement results in the repayment of all scholarship funds.
- Federal Cyber Career Fair participation.
- Dedicated mentorship and job placement assistance.
- Connections with agencies like NSA, DHS, DoD, DOE, and National Labs.
- Benefits: Full tuition, stipend, research opportunities, and guaranteed job placement.
- Requirements: U.S. citizenship, strong academic record, cybersecurity commitment, and government service obligation.
- Career Impact: Graduates enter high-impact cybersecurity roles protecting national security and critical infrastructure.