In an effort of assisting young learners to acquire working experience in their field of interest and financial support, National Security Agency has initiated a wonderful funding program. This funding scheme is a tremendous opportunity to gain valuable experience in your field while attending college and earning a degree. For this scholarship, applications will be accepted from high school seniors, particularly minority students, planning to major in computer science, computer/electrical engineering, or Chinese or Russian languages. So whether it has been your dream of working with NSA on a critical mission or you just need experience for resume and monetary assistance to continue your learning journey, this program might prove the stepping stone for your career.
With the help of the Stokes Program, you will get to attend college full-time and work during the summer at NSA’s HQ in Fort Meade, Maryland for a minimum of 12 weeks in areas related to your course of study. It is your chance to obtain hand one working experience and see what it is like to be part of the NSA while gaining a handsome salary year-round. The best part of this offer is that once you complete your education and graduate from your college, you won’t have the need to go through all the hassles of finding a job as a vacant position will be offered to you in your interested field of study in the exciting world of NSA. It means this program is full of benefits that will support your education and after that your career. So what are you waiting for? Get your application ready and send it to NSA to get consideration. Good luck!
National Security Agency in short NSA is a national-level intelligence agency of the United States Department of Defense. This organization ensures that the country, our friends, and our allies are relying on them. They are dedicated to fulfilling their commitment to serve and to excellence in the pursuit of their critical mission.
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Brief Description
Following is the brief description of the following scholarship:
| Organization | National Security Agency |
| Education Level | High school seniors |
| Subjects | Computer science, computer/electrical engineering, or Chinese or Russian languages |
| Amount | $30,000 and other perks |
| Access Mode | Online |
| Number of Awards | N/A |
| City | All |
| Nationality | Domestic |
| Country | USA |
| Contest Deadline | Open |
| Application Fees | N/A |
| Requirements | Resume, official transcripts from high school, two letters of recommendation |
Who is Eligible?
Please check the requirements given below:
- Applicants must be a U.S. Citizen.
- Candidates must be eligible to be granted a security clearance.
- Aspirants should have a minimum unweighted GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
- Entrants must be a high school senior at the time of application.
- Students must be majoring in Computer Science, Computer/Electrical Engineering or Chinese or Russian language.
How to Apply?
Applications will open on September 15 and will run throughout October 31, 2021. Candidates will have to send their applications via the online portal of the National Security Agency.
Supporting Documents
The application must be accompanied by the following documents:
- Resume
- One-page essay: “Why I Want a Career at the National Security Agency (NSA)”
- GPA minimum of 3.0 out of 4.0 scale (unweighted)
- Official transcripts from high school (and college for consideration)
- Two letters of recommendation (both must be from teachers of technical or language courses who can attest to your academic ability)
Benefits
The following benefits will be provided to winners:
- Tuition and mandatory fees up to $30,000 per year
- Year-round salary while attending college
- Housing and travel entitlements during summer employment (if the distance between NSA and the school exceeds 75 miles)
- Paid time off/health & life insurance/federal retirement plan
Application Deadline
Applications will open on September 15 and will run throughout October 31, 2021. You must submit your online application during the application period.
