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Numbers at a Glance
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Graduates land new jobs in cybersecurity with a 90% success rate within 12 months of program completion.
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3700+ SANS Mission based program scholarships have funded internally and externally across the globe to bring more talent into the cybersecurity industry.
Average salary of program graduates is $90,000 –$110,000
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These are US Cyber Academy programs intended to grow and diversify the US cybersecurity workforce. These scholarships are designed for individuals not working in cybersecurity, with an annual income of less than $80,000.
Women's Pathway
The Women's Pathway aims to break down gender barriers in the cybersecurity industry and promote diversity by offering free training opportunities to women interested in pursuing a career in cybersecurity.
Veterans Pathway
This pathway is designed to provide military veterans with a clear path to transition into a successful cybersecurity career. It offers free training opportunities to develop skills and knowledge required to succeed in the field.
Diversity Pathway
Experience the transformative power of a cybersecurity training scholarship—a gateway to ignite your career in cybersecurity. Immerse yourself in an exceptional program, where you'll receive unparalleled training and a coveted scholarship. Elevate your skills, gain hands-on experience, and carve a path to a thriving future in cybersecurity. Explore the diverse range of programs within the Diversity Pathway, each carefully crafted to empower you with specialized knowledge and expertise.
Workforce Development Pathway
The Workforce Development Pathway is designed to help individuals build their cybersecurity skills and knowledge, regardless of prior experience. It offers free training opportunities to develop skills and knowledge required to succeed in the field.
Outside the U.S. Pathway
The Outside the U.S. Pathway is aimed at supporting the global cybersecurity community by offering training opportunities to individuals outside of the United States. It offers a range of training programs, including some that are tuition-based.
SANS Cyber Academy Schedule
| Academy | Applications Open | Applications Close |
|---|---|---|
| Diversity Cyber Academy | June 1, 2024 | July 1, 2024 |
| Women's Cyber Academy | June 1, 2024 | July 1, 2024 |
| Veterans Cyber Academy | June 1, 2024 | July 1, 2024 |
| WiCyS Security Training Scholarship | August 1, 2024 | August 30, 2024 |
| Mission 43 Cybersecurity Academy | June 30, 2024 | Sept. 1, 2024 |
| Veterans Cyber Academy | Nov. 4, 2024 | Nov. 19, 2024 |
| Women's Cyber Academy | Nov. 4, 2024 | Nov. 19, 2024 |
| Diversity Cyber Academy | Nov. 4, 2024 | Nov. 19, 2024 |
| Cyber Workforce Academy Maryland | TBD | TBD |
Step by Step Information on the Application Process
Learn more about the application process and how the academy helps launch your new cybersecurity career in less than a year.
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