Alamo ISSA Chapter Scholarships

To be eligible for an ISSA Alamo Chapter scholarship a student must be pursuing a career in computer science with a focus on information security or privacy. The applicant must fulfill the eligibility requirements as established by the ISSA Educational Foundation (ISSAEF) Scholarship Committee and the ISSA Alamo Chapter.

Final selections are determined by the ISSAEF Scholarship Committee members who review and evaluate all materials submitted.

ISSAEF & Chapter Scholarship Application Period: February 1 – June 15, 2026

Available Scholarships

$2,000 scholarship

George “Chip” Meadows Memorial Scholarship – 4-year San Antonio College or University

Alamo Women’s Scholarship

Focuses on broadening the number of women in the Cybersecurity/Information Security industry.

Two $1,500 scholarships

4-year San Antonio College or University

Alamo Minority Scholarship

Focuses on broadening the number of underrepresented groups* in the Cybersecurity/Information Security industry. (*Defined as people of color who do not self-identify as White or Caucasian).

$1,000 scholarship

2 year Alamo Colleges District’s five colleges in the San Antonio area.

General Guidelines

Recipient will be enrolled in an academic program that demonstrates an interest in Information Security but need not be an ISSA member.

Enrolled in a college or university program related to Information Security as of the semester/quarter in which the award is received (Fall Term).

Below are some of the eligible Colleges and Universities in the San Antonio, Texas area:

NE Lakeview College www.alamo.edu/nlc/
NW Vista College www.alamo.edu/nvc/
Palo Alto College www.alamo.edu/pac/
St. Philip’s College www.alamo.edu/spc/
San Antonio College www.alamo.edu/sac/
Hallmark University www.hallmarkuniversity.edu/
Incarnate Word www.uiw.edu/
Trinity new.trinity.edu
Univ of Texas at San Antonio www.utsa.edu/

Recipient must be enrolled in an accredited college or university that is authorized to confer degrees at or above the baccalaureate level except as designated by a Chapter scholarship.

Checks for the approved scholarship recipients are made payable to the educational institution the recipient will attend.

Scholarship Eligibility Criteria is as Follows

Academic Excellence: Applicants must have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher for undergraduate (on a 4.0 scale). Please attach an unofficial transcript from the current or most recent institution.
Work Experience: Security-related work experience and/or completed security coursework.
Community Service: Volunteer work in the cybersecurity, information technology field, or other relevant areas.
Extracurricular Activities: Activities relating to information security, such as volunteer work, attendance at conferences, presentations, publications, and cybersecurity competitions.
Personal Statement: A short narrative describing the applicant’s background, chosen academic program, interests, and goals in the information security field.
Relevant Certifications/Clubs: List memberships in cybersecurity or information technology professional organizations, certifications, or relevant student clubs.
Chapter Scholarships: Must be attending a Chapter designated institution.
Letters of Recommendation: At least one letter of recommendation (two preferred). Must be from a faculty member, a cybersecurity professional, or an individual working in the cybersecurity profession that is familiar with your academic work, cybersecurity interests, or experience in cybersecurity. The letter should include:
- Their name, title, organization, contact information, and the name of the applicant.
- Outline their position and how they know you. Share what characteristics you display in the classroom or workplace, any knowledge of your interest or goals relating to cybersecurity, and the potential for your success in this field.

Recipient Responsibilities

Each scholarship recipient must be intending to pursue a career in the field of cybersecurity.
Recipients are encouraged to consider drafting an article for publication in the ISSA Journal, although this is not a requirement. The Foundation will assist in this effort if desired.