Microsoft Cybersecurity Scholarship Program

The Microsoft Cybersecurity Scholarship Program, powered by Last Mile, supports community college students in a cybersecurity pathway (any program such as IT, Information Security, Networking, Computer Information Systems, etc. qualifies) through grants up to $500 to cover short-term basic needs, such as food, rent, health-related, transportation/car issues, and/or a laptop/device.

This program also offers subsidies for cybersecurity certification exam costs of up to $375. In addition to funding, all grantees will receive access to LinkedIn Premium, Github Global Campus and Global mentors Initiative.

This one-time opportunity is open to all academic classifications for students enrolled in a U.S. community college who are pursuing a certificate, associate, or bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity or cyber-adjacent degrees such as information technology, computer science, data systems, etc.

We accept dual enrollment for high school students also attending community college, however, all applicants must be at least 18 years of age to qualify for any funding from Last Mile Education Fund.

Eligibility criteria

• Residents of the United States AND

• Students currently enrolled in a cybersecurity-related program at a two-year institution in the United States, such as a community college or technical school AND

• Are at least 18 years old at the time of applying

• All students with financial need are eligible to apply. Students from groups who are underrepresented in cybersecurity are especially encouraged to apply, including those who identify as women, non-binary, and/or Black/LatinX/Indigenous, veterans, and/or have a disability.

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Click VISIT to apply.