Cybersecurity center

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Scholarships & Grants

Start this Fall

Funding is available for students pursuing high-demand STEM careers. New and returning students may qualify for a scholarship to begin or continue their pathway in Computer Science, Engineering, Mechatronics or Cybersecurity at CCBC this Fall

Find out if you qualify and apply by Monday, August 10 for the fall term. Complete the scholarship application below.

Announcements

  • HUGE congratulations to 2026 CCBC Cybersecurity program graduates Sydney Davis, Curtis Runyan, and Ryan Kelly all have been selected for the prestigious Robert Morris University National Science Foundation (NSF) CyberCorps® Scholarship for Service (SFS)
  • Cybersecurity students placed in the top 8% of 3,638 teams at the National Cyber League competition.
  • Congrats to CCBC Cybersecurity student Sydney Davis, who was awarded a $2,500 Three Rivers Information Security Symposium scholarship!  The scholarship recognizes commitment to cybersecurity education, professional development, and community engagement.
  • Congratulations to the following CCBC students who successfully passed their industry certification exams on the first try!
    • Sydney Davis – Comp TIA Security+ and Comp TIA Linus+
    • Ethan Colvin – CompTIA Security +
    • Nicholas Costanza – CompTIA Security +
    • Ryan Kelly – CompTIA Security +
    • Rhianna Kish – CompTIA Security +
    • Curtis Runyan – CompTIA Security + and CompTIA Network+
  • Congratulations to 2024 CCBC cybersecurity program graduate William Rebello, recipient of the Robert Morris University’s National Science Foundation Scholarship for Service. Way to go, Will!
  • Stay up to date with cybersecurity best practices from books/audiobooks such as: SandwormThe 5th DomainThe Phoenix ProjectCyberspies, etc.

  • Read: How can you stand out as a cybersecurity candidate

  • Read: Codeacdemy’s preparing your LinkedIn for a cyber career

  • Read: How to speed your career in cybersecurity as a student

  • Make/curate a solid LinkedIn profile using cybersecurity tips here.

  • Ensure your profile is ready for your interview… it will be looked at. Tips here.

Contact Us

Kristi Farrow
Associate Professor of Cyber Security

kristi.farrow@ccbc.edu

724-480-3454

Drew Campbell
Associate Professor of Networking/Cybersecurity

drew.campbell@ccbc.edu

724-480-3469