The National Security Agency (NSA) is pleased to announce a call for applications for the NSA Cooperative (Co-Op) Education Program. The Co-Op Program is open to four-year college and community college students majoring in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, or cybersecurity. Community college students must intend to complete a four-year degree. A GPA of 3.0 is preferred.

Information about the NSA Cooperative (Co-Op) Education Program is available on the Intelligence Careers website .

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online between February 1 and March 31 or between September 1 and October 31. Applications received after these deadlines, as well as incomplete application packages, will not be considered. New Co-Op students will begin work in either January or August only.

To submit a resume during the open application period, visit the National Security Agency Careers page . Under "Basic Job Search," type the keywords "Cooperative Education" and click "Search." Select "Cooperative Education," then click "Apply Now." Follow the directions as prompted.

The Women's International Network of Utility Professionals (WiNUP) believes in doing all it can to help those within the industry with their educational pursuits. WiNUP currently has three fellowships available annually to women pursuing advanced degrees (beyond a bachelor’s degree), which will lead to careers in the utility industry or allied fields. Relevant fields must relate to a career in a utility-related profession such as engineering, business administration, accounting, environmental sciences, communication, or information technology.

• Julia Kiene Fellowship – This fellowship awards $2,000 annually. Ms. Kiene’s career serves as an inspiration to women pursuing careers in the industry. During her long, diversified career, she taught home economics, served as Home Editor of Capper's Farmer, and retired from Westinghouse Corporation. She was also president of the organization and served on the Board of Directors for WiNUP’s parent organization, The Electrical Women's Round Table, Inc.
• Lyle Mamer Fellowship – This $1,000 annual fellowship was named for a long-time associate professor at the University of Tennessee College of Home Economics who dedicated her life to advancements in the electrical industry. Lyle Mamer, whose family endowed the fellowship in her name, was an active member of WiNUP (formerly Electrical Women's Round Table, Inc.).
• Louisan Mamer Fellowship – This fellowship awards $500 annually. Ms. Mamer was an electric industry pioneer who worked with the Rural Electrification Administration educating rural Americans about the uses of electricity. She was the first woman to receive the Clyde T. Ellis Award in recognition of her service to electrical cooperatives. She joined WiNUP in 1948 and remained a member until her death in 2006. Her generous contribution helps fund this fellowship.

Applicants must be accepted to a regionally or nationally accredited university.

Both WiNUP members and non-members are eligible to apply for the fellowships.

Hard copy applications must be postmarked on or before May 1. Online applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM (Pacific Time) each year to be eligible. Fellowship funds will be paid directly to the university. Winners will be notified by June 30 each year.

The Institute for Broadening Participation offers undergraduate scholarships, graduate fellowships, and postdoctoral positions in STEM programs

The mission of the Institute for Broadening Participation is to increase diversity in the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) workforce. The organization designs and implements strategies to increase access to STEM education, funding, and careers, with special emphasis on supporting individuals from underserved communities and underrepresented groups, including underrepresented minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and first-generation college students.

• Explore 30+ undergraduate scholarship opportunities
• Explore 30+ graduate fellowship opportunities
• Explore 170+ postdoctoral research positions

Learn more about the organization by visiting the Institute for Broadening Participation website .

You can also follow the Institute for Broadening Participation on Facebook .

Changes to Maryland Higher Education Commission Programs for Students

If you received State financial aid (Guaranteed Access Grant, Educational Assistance Grant, or the Campus-Based Educational Assistance Grant) beginning July 1, 2018, for at least two years starting August 31, 2015 or later, you will be required to meet certain credit completion requirements to renew State financial aid awards for subsequent years.

Renewal Credit Completion Requirements

You must earn your required credits during the fall, spring, and summer terms. To remain eligible for the maximum renewal amount, you must earn at least 30 credits in the academic year. If you earn fewer than 24 credits, your award will not be renewed. If you earn between 24 and 29 credits, your renewal award will be prorated.

For more information, visit the Maryland Higher Education Commission website .

Program Changes for the Howard P. Rawlings Educational Assistance (EA) Grant and Guaranteed Access (GA) Grant Programs

Major changes to the renewal process for the Educational Assistance (EA) Grant and Guaranteed Access (GA) Grant programs were implemented due to the enactment of the College Affordability Act of 2016.

Recipients of EA or GA awards must successfully complete at least 30 credits by the end of the second academic year of enrollment and each academic year thereafter. This means students must complete at least 30 credits per academic year, beginning in their sophomore year, to maintain full eligibility.

Although these provisions became effective during the 2018–2019 academic year, it is important for students to plan accordingly. The number of credits earned in a prior year may affect eligibility for future award years.

For more information about these program changes, visit the Fast Track to Finish page or email osfamail.mhec@maryland.gov .

Federal Student Aid ID (FSA ID) Replacement

The Federal Student Aid (FSA) ID—a username and password—has replaced the Federal Student Aid PIN and must be used to log in to certain U.S. Department of Education websites. Your FSA ID confirms your identity when accessing financial aid information and electronically signing Federal Student Aid documents.

You can create an FSA ID when logging in to the FAFSA website, the National Student Loan Data System (NSLDS) , or the Federal Student Aid website .

You can use your FSA ID to sign a FAFSA immediately. Once the Social Security Administration verifies your information (typically within one to three days), or if you have linked your PIN to your FSA ID, you will be able to use your FSA ID to access the websites listed above.

Users visiting participating websites will be directed to register for a new FSA ID. The registration process typically takes less than seven minutes. Only the owner of the FSA ID should create their account.

Create a new FSA ID

Learn more about the FSA ID