DARK Endowment Scholarship

DARK Endowment Scholarship

for Cybersecurity

$2,000 Scholarships will be awarded to  deserving students who have demonstrated academic preparation, a passion for cybersecurity, and a commitment to contributing to the field.

Application Deadline: May 8, 2026, 11:59 PM Eastern Time Zone
Award Notification: May, 2026

Eligibility

Applicants must be:

  • US Citizens
  • Class of 2026 graduating high school seniors
  • Accepted into an accredited undergraduate cybersecurity program or a closely related field at a US college or university
  • Submit the application along with required documents listed under Application Requirements.

Application Link

Only fully completed applications including the required documents listed under Application Requirements will be reviewed. It is recommended that you have the required documents and statements prepared before starting the application. 

Scholarship Application Link

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DE-Scholarship

Questions

Email Dr. Melissa Dark

melissa.dark@darkenterprisesinc.com

Scholarship Details

Award amount is $1,000 per year for 2 years. Funds will be paid directly to the recipient for educational expenses including tuition, fees, books, supplies, equipment or reasonable living expenses while enrolled. The second year disbursement requires proof of continued enrollment, unofficial transcript showing completion of first year, and a brief progress report. A minimum of 2 and a maximum of 4 scholarships will be awarded.

To receive and maintain the scholarship (year 2), the recipient must be enrolled full-time in an accredited cybersecurity or related field, maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0, make satisfactory academic progress, and remain in good standing with the college or university.

The scholarship provider reserves the right to terminate the scholarship if eligibility requirements are not met, false information was provided, failure to provide required documentation, or withdrawal from school/ineligible status.

Application Requirements

Documents

These documents must be uploaded via the application link:

  • Copy of your High School Transcript (unofficial is acceptable)
  • Copy of your Admission letter
  • Resume or cybersecurity activities document to include, but not limited to cybersecurity competitions, clubs, camps, certifications, self-directed learning, volunteer work or internships

Your Personal Statements

In the application, you must provide 3 statements addressing:

  1. Why do you want to study cybersecurity
  2. A description of your academic background and preparation for college-level cybersecurity
  3. Evidence of work ethic and dedication to leadership roles

Recommendations:

You must provide the names of 2 adults that will submit letters of recommendation on your behalf. Instruct your recommenders to directly email the letters to Dr. Melissa Dark, melissa.dark@darkenterprisesinc.com

Other Requested Information:

You must provide the name of your school, the name of your school counselor, your email address, home address, phone number, expected graduation date, and name of college or university.