ISACA Scholarship

Scholarship Sponsored by ISACA Foundation

Description The ISACA Foundation scholarship program supports outstanding students pursuing careers in information technology and cybersecurity. It is designed to create clear academic and professional pathways that move recipients from higher education into IT- and cyber-related roles. The program emphasizes long-term career development rather than one-time financial assistance, helping recipients prepare for entry into the IT/IS workforce. Awards are distributed through periodic competitive cycles to align selection with academic calendars. **Primary goal:** Enable talented students in the tech space to transition from study to IT/cyber careers. **Program model:** Merit-based scholarships coupled with resources that promote professional readiness. Key takeaways: - Focused on preparing students for IT- and cybersecurity careers. - Structured to create both academic and professional pathways. - Distributed in competitive cycles aligned to academic timelines. Eligibility The scholarships target outstanding students active in the technology field who plan to pursue IT- or cybersecurity-related careers. Applicants should demonstrate potential for academic success and professional impact in the information systems or cybersecurity domains. The program evaluates merit and potential rather than prescribing a single academic profile, and it accepts applicants from a broad, international pool. Specific documentation or detailed criteria are provided at the time of application. **Who should apply:** Students with demonstrated aptitude or commitment to IT, information systems, or cybersecurity. **Selection focus:** Merit and potential to pursue a career in IT/cybersecurity. Key takeaways: - Intended for students pursuing IT/IS/cyber career paths. - Merit- and potential-based evaluation rather than a single fixed profile. - Open to applicants from a wide range of geographic and academic backgrounds. Award Value Recipients receive direct financial support to help cover higher-education costs and access to the ISACA Career Building Bundle. The Career Building Bundle connects awardees with IT/IS professionals, offers preparation resources for relevant certifications, and provides mentorship opportunities. The monetary amount awarded can vary by recipient and award cycle; the combination of funding plus career services aims to accelerate both education and early career development. This hybrid approach is intended to reduce financial barriers while increasing professional readiness. **Monetary support:** Direct funds to offset higher-education expenses (amounts vary by award). **Career Building Bundle:** Networking, certification preparation, and mentorship resources. Key takeaways: - Award includes both financial support and a professional development package. - Career Building Bundle targets networking, certification readiness, and mentorship. - Monetary award amounts vary by cycle and recipient. Application Timeline In 2026 the ISACA Foundation runs two scholarship cycles with distinct application and award dates. Cycle 1 opens March 24, with applications closing in May; selections are completed in June and awards are presented in July. Cycle 2 opens September 8, with applications closing in October; selections finish in December and awards are presented in January 2027. Applicants should prepare materials ahead of opening dates and verify any specific deadlines or documentation requirements when the cycle opens. **Cycle 1 (2026):** Open March 24 → Close in May → Selection completed June → Awards presented July. **Cycle 2 (2026–27):** Open September 8 → Close in October → Selection completed December → Awards presented January 2027. Key takeaways: - Two application cycles in 2026 with staggered timelines. - Cycle 1: March 24 → May → June selection → July awards. - Cycle 2: September 8 → October → December selection → January 2027 awards. History of the Award Since 2022, the ISACA Foundation scholarship program has made a measurable global impact by funding students pursuing IT and cybersecurity careers. Over that period, more than US$1.4 million has been awarded to 800+ students from over 30 countries, demonstrating both scale and geographic reach. These results reflect the program’s emphasis on combining financial assistance with career-focused resources to increase recipients’ chances of entering the IT/IS workforce. The historical data informs ongoing refinement of the program and supports continued expansion. **Since 2022:** More than US$1.4 million awarded to 800+ students across 30+ countries. **Program impact:** Demonstrated scale and international reach in supporting IT/cyber career pathways. Key takeaways: - Rapid expansion and global reach since program launch in 2022. - Significant cumulative funding and recipient numbers indicate broad impact. - Program data helps guide future refinements and expansion.