Access to the internet is access to opportunity. We are committed to using our network as a force for good to help connect 10 million students.
During congestion, Project 10Million customers may notice speeds lower than other customers due to data prioritization. Video typically streams in SD quality.
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Your child can qualify for Project 10Million through eligibility for the National School Lunch Program.
They also can qualify through participation in many government programs, including:
- Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) via P-EBT or EBT
- Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
- Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations (FDPIR)
- Community Eligibility Provision (CEP)
- Medicaid
- Head Start
- Foster youth, migrant, homeless, or runaway youth
T-Mobile is partnering with Big Brothers Big Sisters of America to support Project 10Million.
T-Mobile is partnering with Big Brothers Big Sisters of America to support Project 10Million.
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See the FAQs for the list of government assistance programs you can use to verify eligibility for the free program.
Free 100GB of internet per year for 5 years.
Free 100GB of internet per year for 5 years.
Free hotspot with free shipping.
Free hotspot with free shipping.
No fees, costs, or annual re-certifications.
No fees, costs, or annual re-certifications.
Are you an interested school administrator or educator?
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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Are you an interested school administrator or educator?
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
- Samsung Chromebook 4
- Lenovo 100e Chromebook
- Lenovo 100e Windows PC
- TCLTab 8 LE
During congestion, Project 10Million customers may notice speeds lower than other customers due to data prioritization. Video typically streams at DVD quality (480p).
Affordable devices for hybrid learning.
- Samsung Chromebook 4
- Lenovo 100e Chromebook
- Lenovo 100e Windows PC
- TCLTab 8 LE
Limited-time offer; subject to change. Available lines are limited. Intended for student mobile connectivity. Must verify student National School Lunch Program eligibility. 1 offer per household. Confirm your program can accept free equipment and/or service. Monthly data service ends at 100GB on $12 plan. Excessive switching between data allotments may be limited. Monthly Regulatory Programs (RPF) & Telco Recovery Fee (TRF) totaling $1.40 per data only line ($0.12 for RPF & $1.28 for TRF) apply. Roaming not available. Video streams at up to 1.5Mbps. Optimization may affect speed of video downloads; does not apply to video uploads. For best performance, leave any video streaming applications at their default automatic resolution setting. Optional educational filtering may prevent some video streaming or other content. Coverage not available in some areas. Network Management: Service may be slowed, suspended, terminated, or restricted for misuse, abnormal use, interference with our network or ability to provide quality service to other users, or roaming. During congestion the small fraction of customers using >50GB/mo. may notice reduced speeds until next monthly cycle due to data prioritization. See
Our support for students goes beyond connectivity.
Providing scholarships at HBCUs.
With the Thurgood Marshall College Fund, we’re donating $500,000 to create 18 scholarships for students attending historically Black colleges and universities.
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Become a changemaker.
Our nationwide contest, The Changemaker Challenge, mobilizes the next generation to create positive change in their communities.
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Get—or give—free live tutoring.
At Schoolhouse.world, Project 10Million students can use their free hotspot device to get virtual tutoring sessions at no cost or find opportunities to volunteer as a peer tutor.
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From urban cities to rural America, students across the U.S. can benefit from the expanded reach and capacity of our biggest and best network ever with reliable, dependable service—when and where it's needed most.
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Questions about Project 10Million?
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.
Who is eligible?
Project 10Million offers free 100GBs/year of data, free mobile hotspots, and access to low-cost laptops and tablets, to students eligible for the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) - one per household. Parents will need to provide proof of NSLP eligibility for free or reduced-price meals upon enrollment. This verification can be in the form of a NSLP notification letter or proof of enrollment in other qualified government programs such as (but not limited to):
- Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) via P-EBT or EBT
- Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
- Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations (FDPIR)
- Community Eligibility Provision (CEP)
- Medicaid
- Head Start
- Foster youth, migrant, homeless, or runaway youth
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 anywhere from the 2019 school year to present.
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 have ordered a device and got a confirmation that my child was accepted to the Project 10Million program, when will we get our hotspot?
You can expect your free hotspot to arrive in approximately 3-5 business days. You will receive an email with tracking information once the hotspot is shipped.
I'm a parent. How do I sign up my child?
It’s easy! Just use the “Apply Now” link on this page to begin the enrollment process or visit a
- Upload an image of your child’s NSLP letter with approval for Free or Reduced-Priced Meals. This verification can be in the form of a NSLP notification letter or proof of enrollment in other qualified government programs such as (but not limited to):
- Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) via P-EBT or EBT
- Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
- Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations (FDPIR)
- Community Eligibility Provision (CEP)
- Medicaid
- Head Start
- Foster youth, migrant, homeless, or runaway youth
- If you need a copy of the NSLP letter, you should contact your school administrator (Counselor or Principal)
- 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 re-enroll my student each year to get their new free 100GB 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
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
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:
- TCL Tab 8 LE
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.
Access to the internet is access to opportunity. We are committed to using our network as a force for good to help connect 10 million students.
Your child can qualify for Project 10Million through eligibility for the National School Lunch Program, which also can be verified through participation in many government programs, including:
- Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) via P-EBT or EBT,
- Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF),
- Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations (FDPIR),
- Community Eligibility Provision (CEP),
- Medicaid,
- Head Start,
- Foster youth, migrant, homeless, or runaway youth
Limited-time offer; subject to change. Available lines are limited. Intended for student mobile connectivity. 1 offer per household. Confirm your program can accept free equipment and/or service. Roaming not available. Annual data service ends at earlier of 100GB or 365 days. Video streams at up to 2.5Mbps (SD). Optimization may affect speed of video downloads; does not apply to video uploads. For best performance, leave any video streaming applications at their default automatic resolution setting. Optional educational filtering may prevent some video streaming or other content. Coverage not available in some areas. Network Management: Service may be slowed, suspended, terminated, or restricted for misuse, abnormal use, interference with our network or ability to provide quality service to other users, or roaming. See
