The What's Next Program is currently pausing new applications as we work on exciting program enhancements. We are committed to providing the best learning and certification experience for future Grantees and look forward to reopening the application portal in Summer 2026. If you have recently applied, our team is still actively reviewing submissions, and you can expect to hear a status update from us soon.
Please note that this pause does not affect current grantees, who will continue to have full access to on-demand training, Okta orgs, and certification vouchers for the remainder of their 90-day grant period. Our team remains 100% committed to supporting them as they work toward mastering Identity and Access Management.
Participants in the program gain free access to Okta’s on-demand learning courses and certification exams, focusing on crucial topics like Identity and Access Management and Cybersecurity. Since its launch, the program has awarded hundreds of grants, empowering individuals to build new skills and secure exciting new roles. But don’t take our word for it—watch the video to meet a few of the people whose careers have been transformed by this program.
What’s Next by Okta Learning is here to help you take the next big step toward a career in Identity. Grant recipients will receive an exclusive 3-month Okta Learning Grant Subscription which includes access to:
 • Okta’s on-demand course catalog, an extensive on demand library of Workforce and Customer Identity courses. ($2,500 value)
• 1 Premier Practice exam, fine-tunes and tests your skills while you prepare to get certified. ($75 value)
• 1 Certification exam voucher, a path to earn industry-recognized credentials. ($250+ value)
In addition to the above perks, recipients gain access to their own Okta tenant/sandbox and our private What’s Next LinkedIn Community, where you can connect with like-minded individuals and explore exciting opportunities.
Eligible for US residents only. Full eligibility requirements for What’s Next by Okta Learning is found here. Grants are limited to the first 5,000 individuals to take advantage.Â
Complete the form to apply.Â
Note: We are currently receiving a very high number of applications to the program. As a result, the estimated turnaround time for reviewing applications and notifying candidates is approximately 2 weeks. Thank you for your patience. (3/27/26)
