The Cyber Security Dean’s Scholarship

Merit-Based Scholarship Opportunities for Gifted Students

You Deserve to Accomplish Your Educational Goals 

Many talented and hard-working individuals seek higher education to advance their careers, but financial barriers often stand in their way. EC-Council University (ECCU) introduced the Cyber Security Dean’s scholarship to help such individuals overcome these barriers. This scholarship rewards students who are academically gifted and dedicated to scaling greater career heights. 



Undergraduate and graduate ECCU students, as well as new students, can apply for this scholarship opportunity, which covers 10% of the tuition fees for selected applicants.

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Benefits of This Cyber Security Scholarship

The scholarship award will be continuous throughout the learning experience.

Recipients of the scholarship can pursue their bachelor’s or master’s degree with a 10% deduction of tuition fees.

The scholarship supports students in enhancing their cyber security skills, knowledge, and career prospects.

Applications for This Scholarship Must Be Sent Before

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06 / April  / 2026

Words From ECCU’s Leadership

Dr. April D. Ray

Chief Academic Officer & Dean, EC-Council University

“The purpose of the Dean’s Scholarship is to recognize the extraordinary academic achievements and merit of individuals who strive to better their communities and the world through cyber security innovation and benevolent awareness.”

How to Acquire This Cyber Security Scholarship

Applicants must submit a formal letter that is grammatically correct, free of errors, appropriately formatted, and addresses the following points: 

Reason(s) for requesting this scholarship 

Personal and professional goals

A brief personal and professional history/biography

Full contact information

Eligibility Requirements

For graduates seeking a master’s degree:

  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Must have earned a bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent from an appropriately accredited institution.
  • Must be sufficiently proficient in English (refer to the requirements for international students in the ECCU Catalog).

For undergraduates seeking a bachelor’s degree:

  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Must have earned an associate’s degree or foreign equivalent from an appropriately accredited institution, or completed at least 60 semester credit hours, and submit proof of a high school diploma or foreign equivalent.
  • Must have completed a college-level English and Math course with a grade of “C” or better.
  • Must be sufficiently proficient in English (refer to the requirements for international students in the ECCU Catalog).

Scholarship Opportunities Are Limited

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is this cyber security scholarship renewed each year automatically? 

The scholarship is renewed each term, provided the student maintains continuous enrollment and meets ECCU’s “Criteria for Maintaining Continual Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP)” (GPA, course completion rate, etc.) as defined in the ECCU catalog. If a recipient does not maintain SAP, the scholarship will no longer be awarded. Once a student is no longer on Academic Probation, the scholarship will be reinstated.  

The Cyber Security Dean’s Scholarship will provide recipients with a 10% deduction in tuition fees for EC-Council University’s bachelor’s and master’s degree programs.  

Scholarships granted by EC-Council University are non-transferable and are only applicable to the recipient.  

Upon confirmation of your enrollment in an ECCU program and fulfillment of all admission-related requirements, your eligibility for this scholarship will be determined by our Scholarship Committee. If eligible, your scholarship will be granted before the program commences.  

Yes, this cyber security scholarship is provided to individuals based on merit. After applying for this scholarship, ECCU’s Scholarship Committee will determine your eligibility and inform you of any decision made.  

Except for Non-Degree Courses (NDS), this scholarship can be available when you join any other ECCU program (bachelor’s, master’s, and graduate certificate programs).  

Yes, scholarships may be canceled/rescinded if a student fails to pay the remaining tuition fees in a timely manner, fails to maintain an acceptable level of academic performance, fails to meet basic attendance requirements, is deemed to display improper/unethical conduct, or provides incorrect/fraudulent information or documentation at the time of enrollment.  

Yes, students can apply for this cyber security scholarship irrespective of their nationality.