How to Apply
- Visit the federal government's  webpage to complete the application form for your applicable scholarship (i.e. New Scholar Application, Returning Scholar Application, Retention Scholarship).
- Complete and submit the supplemental materials listed in the application, following the required formatting standards and guidance.
Please allow sufficient time to complete the application, as it is very detailed and requires a significant amount of supplemental content, including a personal statement, resume, letter of reference, and possibly additional documentation.
This program is sponsored and administered by the federal government. The Center for Security Studies at t ºÚÁÏÉçÇø is the point of contact for students at t ºÚÁÏÉçÇø who wish to apply for this scholarship program.
If you have any questions about this scholarship opportunity, please email css@umgc.edu and include "CSA Scholarship" in the subject line.
Cybersecurity Designations
UMGC has been designated as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (CAE-CD) by the National Security Agency and as a Center of Digital Forensics Academic Excellence (CDFAE) by the DC3 Academic Cyber Curriculum Alliance.
     
Please note: This designation allows the U.S. Department of Defense to offer this scholarship opportunity to UMGC students.
FAQs
Please note: The Cyber Service Academy application for the 2026–2027 academic year is now open. For the most current information and to apply, please refer to the Ìý·É±ð²ú²õ¾±³Ù±ð.
The application deadlines are as follows:
- New Applicants:
- Application Open: December 12, 2025
- Application Closes: February 17, 2026 (Noon)
- Returning Scholars:
- Application Open: December 19, 2025
- Application Closes: February 20, 2026 (Noon)
- Retention Scholarship (for current federal employees or military servicemembers):
- Application Open: Spring 2026
Please make sure to review the  carefully. The federal government has also outlined the  in greater depth.
