What is Project 10Million?

Project 10Million is an initiative aimed at delivering Internet connectivity to millions of underserved student households. The program offers free Internet and free mobile hotspots – and access to low-cost laptops and tablets.

Project 10Million offers free 100GBs/year of data, free mobile hotspots, and access to low-cost laptops and tablets, to eligible students participating in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) - one per household. Parents will need to provide proof of NSLP approval for free or reduced-price meals upon enrollment. This approval can be in the form of a notification letter based upon request or a direct certification of eligibility letter. Puerto Rico students are also eligible. Since all students in Puerto Rico are included in the NSLP, parents/guardians need to prove enrollment in a K-12 school in Puerto Rico by providing the student’s report card from the school or their certificate of enrollment. The certificate of enrollment is emailed to parent/guardians from the Department of Education upon enrollment in school. All documentation must be properly signed and dated within the last twelve months.

What do students get if they are accepted into the program?

Eligible students can get FREE high-speed data and FREE mobile hotspots. Additionally, they will have access to low-cost laptops and tablets. An optional 4GB 30-day data pass is available for $15.

Is the program only available to existing T-Mobile customers?

No! The program is open to every eligible student.

I’m a parent. How do I sign up my child?

It’s easy! Just use the “Check Availability and Apply” link on this page to begin the enrollment process or visit a T-Mobile retail store to receive assistance enrolling online. During enrollment, you will need to: Upload an image of your child’s NSLP letter with approval for Free or Reduced-Priced Meals. If you need a copy of the NSLP letter, you should contact your school administrator (Counselor or Principal) o In Puerto Rico, upload your child’s report card from their school or certificate of enrollment from the Department of Education. Provide your email and street address, as well as your child’s student ID number and School District It’s recommended you check coverage in your area before enrolling

How will free hotspots be allocated per year?

We are taking steps to ensure hotspot devices and service are distributed fairly across the country, so there are enrollment limits for each state. To help allocate hotspots fairly and help make sure distribution is equitable across the country, the exact number available in each state will vary based on population.

When I tried to enroll online, my state wasn’t included in the list of states that still have availability this year. What does this mean and what can I do?

Project 10Million lines are allocated across states based on population and split evenly over five school years. We are working to connect every student, and we want to be as equitable as possible. If we have already met the allocation for a state that year, we will pause new activations and re-open on the next July 1st. It’s possible that your school is already working to get you connected, so please check with your principal or counselor.

Do I need to do re-enroll my student each year to get their new free100GB of data?

No, you don’t need to do a thing! Your data will automatically reset to 100GB on the annual anniversary of the day you activated your hotspot device until your five years of data expire.

What type of hotspot devices will students receive?

Eligible students will receive the Alcatel Linkzone 2.

How can I get my child’s hotspot and service up and running?

The hotspot comes with a quick start guide that walks you through the setup process. Once the hotspot is turned on and connects, the line is activated on the T-Mobile network. That’s it! Your child is ready to get online, do schoolwork and connect with teachers and peers. If there are any hiccups with setup, try turning the hotspot off and back on. If that doesn’t help, call care at 1-877-PRJ-10MN.

What tablets and laptops are available to purchase?

Many school districts have a 1:1 program in place that gives students a laptop they can use at home. For those that don’t currently have a device, we will help get students connected to their free hotspot by offering parents an opportunity to purchase a laptop or tablet at our cost – which we will ship to the student’s house free. Parents can choose from four different devices – all designed for student and educator use. These devices are not cellular alone, but they can access our network via WiFi connection to your free hotspot. Tablet option: The Coolpad Tasker Laptop options: Samsung Chromebook 4 Lenovo 100e Chromebook 2nd Gen Lenovo 100e Windows PC 2nd Gen

Can I limit the content my child is able to access?

Yes, a content filter, Web Guard, is included with the hotspot plan. See Web Guard's Support Page for details on what is blocked and what is not blocked.

Free Internet for Students: Project 10Million

We believe access to education is access to opportunity. That’s why we’re giving free hotspots and internet to 10 million eligible households.

Available to 10 million eligible households over five years. During congestion, Project 10Million customers may notice speeds lower than other customers due to data prioritization. Video typically streams at DVD quality (480p). See full terms

Here’s how it works.

Eligibility for the free program is based on your child’s eligibility for the National School Lunch Program (NSLP). See the FAQs

Free 100GB of internet per year for 5 years.

Free hotspot with free shipping.

No fees, costs, or annual re-certifications.

Apply for your child.

It only takes 5 minutes to apply and you’ll have it for 5 years. Plus, there are no annual fees or re-certifications. Learn how to apply.

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Apply for your school as an administrator.

We’re offering free and low-cost data plans to keep your students connected. Get more information about Project 10Million for school districts below.

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See how we’re closing the homework gap.

Affordable devices for hybrid learning.

Once you’ve signed your family up for Project 10Million, you can purchase these affordable devices at-cost through your account or at your nearest T-Mobile store.

• Coolpad Tasker tablet
• Samsung Chromebook 4
• Lenovo 100e Chromebook
• Lenovo 100e Windows PC

During congestion, Project 10Million customers may notice speeds lower than other customers due to data prioritization. Video typically streams at DVD quality (480p). See full terms

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