Regions Investing in the Next Generation (RING) is an online high school cybersecurity course that offers content specifically for students and schools without an existing cybersecurity program. Applications are now open for current courses.
Current Course Options
- Spring 2025 (January 2025–May 2025) *fast-paced course
- Summer 2025 (May 2025–August 2025) *fast-paced course
- Full Academic Year (August 2025–May 2026) *recommended for most students
High school students who are interested in participating in a RING class should fill out the .
- RING is provided at no cost through grants by the NCAE-C program office located at the National Security Agency and through partnerships with CAE Community institutions.
- Classes are online and asynchronous to accommodate student schedules.
- RING grades can be reported for credit to participating schools.
- Students can engage with each other and network with cyber professionals through the Ring Student Organization.
Additional information can be found at the .
Questions? Please email ring@caecommunity.org.