Linux Foundation Training (LiFT) Scholarships
The Linux Foundation
What is this?
Free Linux Foundation training course (e.g. Kubernetes Administrator prep, Linux System Admin) plus a free certification exam attempt (CKA, CKAD, LFCS, LFCT, etc.) — typically a $300-$600 value.
Am I eligible?
Open globally. Scholarship categories include New Hopes (early-career), Open Source Newbies, Women in Open Source, Software Developer Do-Gooders, Linux Kernel Guru, Cloud & DevOps Wizards, and several others — eligibility tailored per category.
Target audience:
Eligible sectors:
What do I get?
Free LF course + free certification exam
Benefit details may vary based on your eligibility and location.
How to apply
Apply during the annual LiFT Scholarship cycle at training.linuxfoundation.org/scholarships.
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