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Enrollment Deadline - June 19, 2023
Questions about whether this program is right for you? We’ll help match you with the best program to meet your career goals.
The application process can take 5-10 minutes to complete. Submit your online application today to take the first step towards building a rewarding career in IT, software development, cybersecurity, cloud administration. Read through our FAQ below to learn what to expect throughout the process.
You’re not alone. Connect with one of our expert Admissions Advisors today for personalized guidance on program selection and career paths. We’ll walk you step by step through the eligibility, financial aid support, and application steps required to successfully join CIAT.
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Complete the CIAT online application to take your first step to gaining entry approval into CIAT’s Degree or Certificate programs
Submit Your Personal Statement
All applicants entering a CIAT Certificate or Degree programs must submit a Statement of Purpose letter covering the topics outlined below. This step in the enrollment process is designed for us to learn more about you as an incoming student, identify ways to support you in our accelerated career-focused programs, and help you take the first steps in building your personalized career plan.
We strongly believe that everyone with the right motivation and commitment to building a career deserves a shot at success. However, immediate acceptance is not always guaranteed. Acceptance may be immediate or deferred based on previous academic history.
There are 3 main criteria used to evaluate acceptance:
If you are not granted full acceptance, your eligibility could be contingent upon the completion of a 2-week CIAT Readiness course or deferred until a later date with a clear path of action of what is needed prior to re-applying.
Your Statement of Purpose letter should be between 250-500 words.
Please check your submission for spelling and grammatical errors prior to submitting.
The Statement of Purpose submission is designed for us to learn more about you as an incoming student, identify ways to support you in our accelerated career-focused programs, and help you take the first steps in building your personalized career plan.
Download our CIAT Statement of Purpose Guidelines document for a comprehensive set of questions to help you with a structured outline.
Be prepared to address the 5 topic areas in the guidelines document including technical skillset, career plans, overcoming challenges, and personal background.
CIAT has been awarded top ranking status two years running in Intelligent.com’s Best Cybersecurity Program review, highlighted as “Best For Industry Certifications”. Evaluated based on curriculum quality, graduation rate, reputation, and post-graduate employment.
EC Council, the world's largest cybersecurity technical certification organization, awarded CIAT the Circle of Excellence Award two years in a row for our Certified Ethical Hacker certification training courses and career-ready curriculum.
We believe you deserve an education worthy of your service. CIAT welcomes military veterans, active duty service members, and spouses using the Post 9/11 GI Bill®, Veteran Readiness & Employment (VR&E), Active Duty Tuition Assistance, and MyCAA.
We have high standards and we believe you should too. CIAT has proudly earned accreditation from the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education & Training (ACCET) listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a nationally recognized accrediting agency.
CIAT has been awarded top ranking status in Intelligent.com’s Best Cybersecurity Program review, highlighted as “Best For Industry Certifications”. Evaluated based on curriculum quality, graduation rate, reputation, and post-graduate employment.
EC Council, the world's largest cybersecurity technical certification organization, awarded CIAT the Circle of Excellence Award two years in a row for our Certified Ethical Hacker certification training courses and career-ready curriculum.
We believe you deserve an education worthy of your service. CIAT welcomes military veterans, active duty service members, and spouses using the Post 9/11 GI Bill®, Veteran Readiness & Employment (VR&E), Active Duty Tuition Assistance, and MyCAA.
We have high standards and we believe you should too. CIAT has proudly earned accreditation from the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education & Training (ACCET) listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a nationally recognized accrediting agency.
Request an appointment with one of our IT expert Admissions Advisors for personalized guidance on building your education plan. You’ll be able to book an appointment instantly for a time that fits your schedule.
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