Northeastern University is seeking applications from current undergraduate students to join our inaugural cohort of VICEROY DECREE scholars.
The Virtual Institutes for Cyber and Electromagnetic Spectrum Research and Employ (VICEROY) DoD Electromagnetic and Cyber Research and Experiential Education Virtual Institute (DECREE) is a consortium of four universities created in close collaboration with the Department of Defense (DoD) and Defense Information Base partners to address recruitment and training challenges faced in DoD-related cyber and Electromagnetic Spectrum (EMS) fields. The goal of the program is to grow the availability of well-qualified and trained students with essential knowledge, skills, and abilities required to plan, synchronize, and lead DoD-related cyber and EMS operations.
Scholars participating in the Virtual Institute program are eligible to receive a scholarship of up to $10,000, subject to the fulfillment of all program activities and responsibilities. The scholarship amount is contingent upon the funding provided by the Griffiss Institute and may be adjusted or discontinued if such funding is reduced or terminated.
Scholars’ responsibilities:
- Complete VI courses
- Meet regularly with their DECREE VI mentors (bi-weekly)
- Participate in DECREE Seminars and Events (monthly)
- Participate in program evaluation activities (quarterly)
- Complete practical offensive security training (annually)
- Participate in the annual VI engagement symposia (annually)
- Complete professional certifications (annually)
Eligibility Criteria:
- Must be undergraduate student enrolled full-load at Northeastern University (preferably sophomore or junior)
- Must fulfill specific academic requirements and course pre-requisites
- Must be security-clearance eligible
— The next Priority Application Deadline for Fall 2025 application is February 27th 2024 — The application process is described in the following flow-chart:
Download the application form here.