SANS.edu Student Services and Resources
Support for Your Academic and Professional Success
For services not listed here, please check in Canvas or contact your student advisor.
Transcripts, Enrollment Verification, and Official Credentials
Students, alumni, and third parties can request and receive transcripts, enrollment verification, and official credentials securely through a service called Parchment. Third parties must upload a signed FERPA-compliant authorization from a student before their records will be released.
Student Handbook
The SANS Technology Institute student handbook includes information about academic requirements, policies, student rights and responsibilities, and methods for accessing services available to assist you in the pursuit of your educational goals.
Planning and Scheduling Classes
Each SANS.edu student is paired with a dedicated advisor who provides personalized guidance from enrollment through graduation. Your advisor helps with course planning, registration, academic progress, and career goals—offering regular check-ins, flexible appointments, and timely support to help you succeed.
Free Resources
The challenges of information security are constantly evolving, and excellence in performance demands continuous monitoring of changes in threats, technology, and practices. SANS provides information and resources at no cost that help SANS.edu students and alumni maintain their edge.
SANS.edu Course Catalogs
Explore the SANS Technology Institute’s course catalogs for details on program offerings, course descriptions, tuition, admissions requirements, veterans’ benefits and more.
Undergraduate Course Catalog
Graduate Course Catalog
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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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.
