June 15, 2027
ISSAEF Shon Harris WIS (Women in Security) Memorial Scholarship
Direct application
$2,000
1 winner
Eligibility
Demographics
Woman
Location
United States
Major
Computer Science
Education level
Undergraduate
Year of study
Second year
Grades
GPA 2.5+
About this scholarship
Women pursuing undergraduate or graduate cybersecurity studies at an accredited U.S. college or university may apply for the ISSA Education Foundation Shon Harris WIS Memorial Scholarship. Undergraduate applicants must have completed their freshman year.
One recipient receives a $2,000 award, distributed directly to the chosen institution.
Applications are accepted February 1 through June 15. Submit a resume, unofficial transcripts, a personal statement, and recommendation letters. Evaluation weighs academic excellence, work experience, community service, and extracurricular activities.
Essay question
What else to submit
- Personal statement
- Resume
- Unofficial transcript from current or most recent institution
- At least one letter of recommendation
- Unofficial transcript from current/most recent institution
- At least one letter of recommendation (two preferred), with one from a current/former instructor/faculty, cybersecurity employer, or cybersecurity association member
- List of relevant certifications, professional org memberships, and clubs
- Eligibility: sophomore, junior, senior, or graduate level; pursuing a cybersecurity career; GPA 2.5+ (undergrad) or 3.0+ (grad)
- One recommendation should be from a current or former instructor/faculty member, cybersecurity employer, or cybersecurity association member; two letters are preferred.
- List relevant certifications, professional organization memberships, and clubs.