Community College Partnerships with SANS.edu
Build on the education you already provide with a clear pathway to advanced cybersecurity training, GIAC certifications, and a bachelor’s degree.
Why Partner with SANS.edu?
Give your students a clear next step without changing your curriculum. Through an articulation partnership with SANS.edu, students can build on the credits they’ve already earned, develop advanced hands-on cybersecurity skills, earn GIAC certifications, and continue toward a bachelor’s degree.
SANS Technology Institute is an accredited, cybersecurity-focused college built on SANS Institute training and GIAC certifications.
Accredited and Recognized
- Accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE), the same institutional accreditor as Princeton, Georgetown, Columbia, and Johns Hopkins
- Designated by the NSA as a Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (CAE-CD)
- Aligned with DoD 8140 requirements
A Simple Path to Partnership
Create a clear transfer pathway for your students. SANS.edu works with your team to map eligible coursework, develop transfer guidance, brief advisors, and provide co-branded materials to help students understand the opportunity.
Transfer Pathway
AAS and AS graduates can transfer 70 eligible credits into the Bachelor of Science in Applied Cybersecurity (BACS), entering with junior standing and a defined path to completion.
Simple Agreement
We’ll establish an articulation agreement with no curriculum changes required by your institution.
Partnership Support
SANS.edu provides transfer guides, advisor briefings, and co-branded materials.
What We Ask of Our Partners
Include SANS.edu among relevant transfer options, share information with students and advisors, and host one SANS.edu information session per term.
Invest in Your Faculty, Too
Partnership benefits extend beyond students. Faculty at partner institutions can take one SANS course per calendar year for $2,500, including the associated GIAC certification exam, through the Faculty Partnership Professional Development Rate.
Faculty can strengthen their own technical expertise, stay current with industry practices, and bring what they learn back to the classroom.
Bachelor’s Degree Outcomes At a Glance
From Community College Credits to a Cybersecurity Bachelor’s Degree
Eligible students can transfer up to 70 college credits toward the 120-credit BACS and complete the remaining 50 credits at SANS.edu, focusing their SANS.edu studies on advanced, hands-on cybersecurity education.
Community College Up to 70 transferable credits ↓ SANS.edu 50 credits of specialized study ↓ BACS Bachelor’s degree + 9 GIAC certifications
Featured Partnership: Northwood Technical College
See how SANS.edu and Northwood Technical College created a streamlined pathway that helps students build on the credits they’ve already earned and continue toward a Bachelor of Science in Applied Cybersecurity, with the option to pursue the shorter Applied Cybersecurity Certificate. The partnership landing page brings the opportunity together in one place, with clear information on transfer credits, academic pathways, career support, and next steps.
Featured Partnership: Montgomery College
Through an articulation agreement with Montgomery College, SANS.edu gives eligible students a streamlined pathway to build on their prior college education and continue toward a Bachelor of Science in Applied Cybersecurity. A dedicated student landing page helps Montgomery College students understand the opportunity and how to take advantage of it.
Why Students Choose the SANS.edu Bachelor’s Degree
Unlike traditional cybersecurity programs that emphasize theory, the SANS.edu Bachelor of Science in Applied Cybersecurity focuses on operational cybersecurity skills aligned to real-world cyber defense roles.
Our program combines:
- Hands-on SANS cybersecurity courses. Learn more.
- Industry-recognized GIAC certifications. Learn more.
- Flexible online learning. Learn more.
- Practitioner-led instruction. Learn more.
- Career support to land a high-paying job. Learn more.
Success Stories
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My SANS certifications have taken me to places I never knew I could reach. They have significantly boosted my career and opened doors to opportunities I didn't think were possible.”
Fritz VillanuevaThreat Hunter, ScotiabankRead Fritz's Story - Slide 2 of 4
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I explored cyber bachelor’s degree programs at a few different universities. SANS’ GIAC certifications really set the program apart. This industry is competitive, and I wanted to ensure that I would have an edge over others when seeking a job.”
Kaela MangerConsultant, JRPC InfoSecRead Kaela's Story - Slide 3 of 4
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When evaluating SANS.edu alongside other comparable degree programs, I found its quality to be unmatched. The availability of on-demand courses and rolling admissions offered the flexibility I required. Moreover, the curriculum and instructors at SANS are truly exceptional.”
Keegan HamlinCyber Warfare Operator, US Air ForceRead Keegan's Story - Slide 4 of 4
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SANS.edu is one of the best investments I've ever made. When I look at my career trajectory since joining SANS, I can confidently say that the bachelor’s degree program has already paid for itself.”
Rachel DownsPrincipal Consultant, BridewellRead Rachel's Story
Connecting Students to Employers
Employers turn to SANS.edu for cybersecurity talent because of the proven quality of our programs and the job-ready skills of our GIAC-certified graduates. These are just a few of the companies we’ve partnered with to source candidates directly to their open positions.
Helping Students Fund Their Education
Students can access a range of payment and funding options designed to make continuing their cybersecurity education more manageable.
Pay Per Course
Students pay tuition per course which allows you the financial flexibility to pay smaller amounts as you go.
Employer Assistance
Because we are regionally accredited, our tuition is eligible for most employer-sponsored education benefit programs.
VA Education Benefits
All SANS.edu programs are eligible for US and Canadian Veterans Education Benefits.
Tuition Payment Program (TPP)
Eligible students can spread out the cost of their degree or certificate program in monthly installments with no interest.
Step Up Payment Program
Eligible undergraduates in the ACS and BACS programs can manage tuition costs through an interest-free graduated payment plan.
Education Benefits for Federal Employees
All SANS.edu programs are eligible for the education benefits available to US Federal Government employees.
529 College Savings Plans
529 College Savings Plan funds may be used to pay tuition for any SANS.edu cybersecurity degree or certificate program.
SANS Voucher
If you’d like to use a SANS Universal Voucher Account, confirm with your voucher administrator that course tuition is an eligible expense.
Canadian Funding Options
Explore funding options available to Canadian residents, including education benefits for Canadian veterans.
External Cybersecurity Scholarships
Explore independent cybersecurity scholarships administered outside of SANS.edu.
Let’s Build a Pathway for Your Students
Schedule a 30-minute conversation with us to see what an articulation pathway could look like for your students.
Roxana Rozembaigher Vice Provost, Enrollment Management SANS Technology Institute
Email: partnerships@sans.edu
