West Point Candidate Scholarships at Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) 2025

Eligibility

• The West Point Candidate Scholarships are available to active duty U.S. Army officers who are admitted to the Master of Science in Information Security Policy and Management (MSISPM) program at Heinz College.
• To qualify, applicants must also complete a follow-up assignment as an instructor at the United States Military Academy at West Point after enrollment in the MSISPM program.

Application Process

• If you are an active duty U.S. Army officer and wish to apply for the West Point Candidate Scholarship, you must first be admitted to the MSISPM program at Heinz College.
• Once admitted, if you are interested in the fellowship, you should contact Debra Scully, the Assistant Dean for Military Personnel at West Point, at the provided contact details: 845-938-2695 (DSN 688) or debra.scully@us.army.mil.
• This will allow you to receive more information and guidance on the process.

Value or Benefit

• The West Point Candidate Scholarships provide significant financial assistance, offering a scholarship that covers 55% of the current tuition each semester, which amounts to approximately $11,000 per semester.
• This scholarship is awarded to eligible U.S. Army officers who enroll in the MSISPM program and fulfill the follow-up teaching assignment at West Point, offering both financial support and a unique professional opportunity.