Better Together.
As a company, we’ve committed to accessible education, ensuring we remove financial barriers for those most in need.
We've worked incredibly hard over the past years to deliver an outstanding Cyber Defense Analyst Program that is high quality, yet still affordable at a $5000 rate versus the bootcamp scene where you regularly see $12,000 - 15,000 and up!
If you're under financial hardships and cannot afford to finance the $5000 rate, then apply for our scholarship! We offer one full scholarship per live cohort covering 100% of your tuition.
Please note that scholarships are currently only available to U.S. citizens and green card holders. Active military personnel, transitioning military members, and veterans should navigate to this scholarship.
Apply for Scholarship
Level Effect team emails you confirmation we received your application
Work on the scholarship draw pre-requisites before the draw date!
- Complete the SOC100-1, 2 courses
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Send a written reference to us to the confirmation email we sent you which can be anyone vouching for you being under financial hardships, and what it would mean for you to receive a scholarship
- Accept that we will create a video blog series about you before and after the cohort to promote on social media to help bring recognition to you
Stay active in our Discord, ask good questions about the material and be engaged!
Await for the draw results! Note - the draw is six weeks before the start date of the cohort you applied to and your pre-reqs must be completed by then!
Full scholarship recipient awarded! and we'll promote a blog and social post about your award to start promoting you online to employers!
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Frequently Asked Questions
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What is a full scholarship?
Every cohort we offer one full scholarship to an applicant where their entire tuition is covered if they complete the pre-reqs by the draw date.
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Who can apply for the scholarship?
Everyone has unique backgrounds and struggles, so we’ve put no parameters on who is eligible for a full or partial tuition scholarship after they’ve explored all of our financing options.
Please note only U.S. citizens and green card holders can apply for scholarships at this time.
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When is the deadline to apply?
Applications are no longer reviewed if submitted within six weeks of a cohort start date. Please review the Cyber Defense Analyst Program page to identify those dates.
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What are the pre-requisites?
To be considered for a scholarship, applicants must meet the following requirements:
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Complete the Prerequisite Courses and Exam
You must complete the following before the scholarship deadline:
- SOC100-1: Prepare
- SOC100-1 Exam (included in SOC100-1)
- SOC100-2: Train
These courses introduce core cybersecurity concepts and help you determine if a career in cybersecurity is a good fit. They are required prerequisites for all students entering the Cyber Defense Analyst training program.
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Demonstrate Strong Interest and Commitment
Show enthusiasm and dedication to learning cybersecurity concepts and practices.
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Experience Recommendations
0–1 year of IT-related experience is recommended but not required. Both self-taught and professional experience count.
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Basic Computer Skills are expected
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Submit a Written Reference
Reply to your scholarship confirmation email with a written reference from someone who can vouch for your financial hardship. The reference should explain what receiving a scholarship would mean to you.
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Consent to Participate in a Video Blog Series
You must accept that we will create a video blog-style series about you before and after the cohort. This series will be promoted on social media to help bring recognition to your journey and inspire others.
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What are my obligations for accepting a scholarship?
There are some extra stipulations that a scholarship awardee will need to adhere to, and they must not be able to afford our training through any of our financing plans.
Generally, an awardee must attend all classes with no unexcused absences, turn in all required deliverables, and be willing to be featured in Level Effect blogs, interviews, or student spotlights.