Cyber Scholars Program - Transfer & Continuing Students

Open for Continuing UMBC Students and Incoming Transfer Students Only

Deadline – 3/1/2026

UMBC’s Cyber Scholars Program is geared towards preparing the next generation of cybersecurity professionals in an increasingly digital age. The program was launched through a generous grant from the Northrop Grumman Foundation and in partnership with the Center for Women in Technology (CWIT).

All students who meet the program requirements are invited to apply for an opportunity to become a scholar and receive:

  • Mentorship from peers, faculty, and industry professionals in your field;
  • Follow a track or certificate program in your major related to cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, or data science;
  • Complete at least one internship and/or research experience
  • Receive Cyber Scholar scholarship and more!

For more information, visit: Cyber Scholars Program

Award
$5,000 - $22,000
Deadline
03/01/2026
Supplemental Questions
  1. Please describe your educational and career goals, both short and long-term, including your intended major(s) at UMBC.
  2. What excites you about your chosen major? Describe past personal, work, school, or extracurricular experiences that have shaped your interest.
  3. Cyber Scholars are part of the larger CWIT community, whose mission is to encourage the participation and leadership of women and other underrepresented groups in computing and engineering. Discuss your experience with and/or commitment to ensuring that technology spaces are diverse, equitable, and inclusive. In what ways do your beliefs and experiences align with the CWIT mission? (Tell us your story!)
  4. If you became a Cyber Scholar, in what specific ways could you contribute to the community and to our mission? What benefits of being a Cyber Scholar are you most excited about? (see cwit.umbc.edu for information about our mission and programs)
  5. How did you hear about the Cyber Scholars program?
  6. Honors College: Indicate if you are interested in also applying to the Honors College.
  7. Provide two (2) Recommendation Letters (Optional)
    • List the name & e-mail of a STEM Teacher or Academic Counselor.
    • List the name & e-mail of a STEM Teacher or Academic Counselor.
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