Why Cisco for Education

Cisco empowers educational institutions to deliver secure, engaging, and future-ready learning experiences—on campus, online, and everywhere in between. See why Cisco has been a trusted technology advisor for 40 years.

What makes us different

With the unparalleled breadth of our portfolio, industry-leading security, and a proven track record in education, Cisco is the right partner to help you address the evolving needs of today’s learners and educators. Only Cisco brings together secure networking, AI-ready data infrastructure, and collaboration tools to help schools thrive in a digital-first, AI-powered world.

We understand the evolution of learning, anywhere

Student success now depends on seamless, secure access to resources—whether on campus, at home, or on the go. Cisco technologies support hybrid and personalized learning, enable digital classrooms, and empower educators to harness AI for more impactful teaching and learning outcomes.

We help you build AI-ready campuses

From smart classrooms to research-intensive environments, Cisco delivers AI-ready data centers and infrastructure that scale with your institution’s ambitions. Unlock the potential of data to drive insight, personalize instruction, and accelerate research—all with the performance and flexibility to support tomorrow’s educational innovations.

We help you create a future-proofed workplace

Education is about more than the classroom—it's about preparing students for the future. Cisco technologies enable modern, collaborative workspaces for faculty and staff, support flexible learning environments, and help institutions adapt to changing educational models and workforce needs.

We help you ensure digital resilience and security

Cybersecurity is critical as education becomes increasingly digital. Cisco’s integrated security solutions defend against evolving threats, protect student and institutional data, and support regulatory compliance—so you can focus on advancing learning, not fighting attacks.

We deliver transformative solutions with a global partner ecosystem

Cisco and our trusted partners provide end-to-end solutions for networking, security, collaboration, and AI—delivering the outcomes that matter most to your students, staff, and community.

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