Welcome Alumni! We're Here for You.
We're committed to bringing alumni together, supporting lifelong learning, and strengthening the cyber workforce.
Continue Your Education
We're pleased to offer our alumni the following opportunities.
Annual Single-Course Discount
Starting one year after graduating, alumni may take one course per year at the current tuition rate of the highest SANS.edu program they completed.
- Example: Alumni who earned both a certificate and a master’s degree receive the current master’s tuition rate.
- Tuition includes SANS training and the GIAC exam. No academic credit is awarded.
Streamlined Path to Your Next Program
- Waived Application Fees for Alumni: To request a waiver, email info@sans.edu.
- Simplified Enrollment for Returning Graduate Alumni: Master’s and graduate certificate alumni may enroll in another graduate certificate program without submitting a full application.
- Contact your student advisor after completing your master's or a graduate certificate and elect a new grad cert program within one year to qualify.
Sentinels Referral Program
Grow the Sentinel Network — and Earn Exclusive Rewards
The Sentinels Referral Program celebrates the powerful role our students and alumni play in shaping the future of cybersecurity.
- Each time you refer a future student or industry professional, you earn Sentinel Points toward rewards like SANS.edu swag, SANS Skills Quest by NetWars registrations, and even free courses.
- Your referral also benefits—with waived application fees and a welcome gift.
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Alumni Services
Update Your Contact Information
The best way to stay in contact with the SANS Technology Institute is to keep your SANS.org account up-to-date. Make sure your email and mailing address are current to receive news about the college and invitations to networking opportunities.
Transcripts, Enrollment Verification, and Official Credentials
Alumni and third parties can request and receive transcripts, enrollment verification, and official credentials securely through a service called Parchment. To receive records from current or former students, third parties must create a third-party account with Parchment and upload a signed authorization from the student (with student name while enrolled, birthdate, mailing address, email, and phone number). Parchment will provide a FERPA consent form for organizations that don’t have one.
Explore the Data Behind Our Graduates’ Success
The Alumni Outcomes Report highlights how SANS Technology Institute graduates are launching and advancing cybersecurity careers with high satisfaction, strong ROI, and real-world impact.
New Sentinels Gear Now Available
Show your school pride with brand-new Sentinels merchandise now available in the School Store. Explore new styles, fresh color options, and premium embroidery featuring the SANS Technology Institute Sentinels logo.
Frame Your Accomplishment
Celebrate your achievement in cybersecurity by displaying your credentials in a custom frame. SANS.edu has partnered with Church Hill Classics to offer a variety of options made in the USA with sustainable materials.
- Handcrafted: Made-to-order with eco-friendly materials.
- Personalized: Choose from a variety of styles and finishes.
- Proudly SANS: A beautiful way to display your SANS.edu credentials.
Stay Connected
Connect on Social Media
- Join our exclusive LinkedIn Group for alumni.
- Request an invitation to the student-run Slack account which includes an #alumni channel.
- Follow us on LinkedIn, X, Facebook, and YouTube.
Get Involved
We welcome input from alumni. Do you have an idea for a webinar? Would you like to share a recent success story or commend a fellow alum for their work? Would you like to volunteer your time to support our growing alumni group?