T-Mobile offers a dedicated free mobile hotspot and data program for eligible students in the United States. This initiative, called Project 10Million, aims to help students from low-income families get reliable internet access for schoolwork and learning.
What Is T-Mobile Project 10Million?
Project 10Million is a program launched by T-Mobile to help students who do not have internet access at home. The goal of the program is to connect millions of students with free or low-cost internet service so they can complete schoolwork and stay connected to learning resources.
T-Mobile works with schools and school districts to identify students who need internet access. Approved students can receive a free mobile hotspot device along with free monthly data for school use.
What the Program Provides
Under Project 10Million, approved families receive:
1. Free Hotspot Device
Students receive a mobile Wi-Fi hotspot device that allows them to connect laptops, tablets, or other devices to the internet.
2. Free Monthly Data
T-Mobile provides 100GB of high-speed data each year (for up to five years in many cases). This allows students to complete most school-related tasks online.
3. Low-Cost Additional Data
If students need more data, families may be able to purchase additional data at a low price.
4. Nationwide Coverage
The hotspot works anywhere T-Mobile service is available, allowing students to stay connected at home or while traveling.
This hotspot device works by connecting to T-Mobile’s nationwide network and creating a Wi-Fi signal that laptops, tablets, phones, and other devices at home can use. It’s designed specifically for educational use, such as accessing online classes, research, and homework.
👉 Official program page:
Apply for T‑Mobile Project 10Million (Direct to Parent/Guardian)
(where you can check eligibility and begin the application process)
Who Is Eligible
To qualify, a student’s household must meet certain criteria:
- The student must be enrolled in grades K–12, usually in a public school.
- The household must participate in certain low-income or assistance programs, such as:
- National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
- Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
- Medicaid
- Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
- Community Eligibility Provision (CEP)
- Head Start
- Foster youth, homeless, or runaway youth may also qualify.
Proof of eligibility — like enrollment records or documentation from one of the qualifying programs — must be uploaded during the application.
Note: This program is for K-12 students and their households. It does not apply to college students.
How to Apply for T-Mobile Project 10Million
Applying for Project 10Million is usually simple. Here are the common steps:
Step 1: Contact Your School
Students or parents should first contact their school or school district. Many schools manage the application process and confirm eligibility.
Step 2: Check School Participation
Ask if the school participates in Project 10Million. If it does, the school can provide application details.
Step 3: Submit Required Information
Families may need to provide:
- Student enrollment details
- Proof of participation in assistance programs
- Contact information
Step 4: Receive Hotspot Device
Once approved, the hotspot device is shipped to the student or provided through the school.
Summary
T-Mobile’s free hotspot program for students is one of the largest ongoing efforts in the U.S. to close the “homework gap.” Through Project 10Million, qualifying K-12 students can receive a free mobile hotspot device and significant free mobile data each year, at no cost. It is aimed at families that need internet access for education but lack reliable broadband at home, helping students stay connected for online learning.
