The FAQs below are for the OneTen Scholarship Program that starts on April 26th, 2022. For previous FAQs see this article.
What is the OneTen Scholarship?
- OneTen, the Blacks In Technology Foundation, and Udacity are partnering to offer 2,000 fully-funded scholarships to train and empower members of the African American community without a four-year degree and to reshape the tech industry in America.
What does this program entail?
- This program is free of charge and available to all eligible learners who successfully pass the application on our website. The program consists of a 3-month, self-guided learning journey with the rest of the OneTen Scholarship Program cohort. Students have the option to select their desired nanodegree program from the following selections; Business Analytics, Digital Marketing, Predictive Analytics, or Front End Web Development.
How can I benefit from this program?
- Students will have the opportunity to work on real-world projects designed by industry experts to build their portfolio of skills and learn one of four core skills sets to prepare them for a career in a job of the future.
How does the learner journey look like as part of this program?
- As a student in the OneTen Scholarship Program, your learning journey will be 3 to 4 months and self-guided, depending on your track. Students have the opportunity to apply for one of four Nanodegree programs: Business Analytics, Digital Marketing, Predictive Analytics, or Front End Web Development. Throughout your entire learning journey, you will have access to an online community platform, where you will get to ask other students and mentors for support to help you through any learning difficulties or even to network!
What are the eligibility criteria to enroll?
- Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Submit the online application form here
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Be a resident of the United States
- Identify as African American
- Not have a four-year degree
Are there any fees for enrollment?
- No, this is a free scholarship
What is the duration program?
- The program is designed to run from April 26, 2022 to July 26, 2022 for the Business Analytics, Digital Marketing and Predictive Analytics tracks and from April 26, 2022 to August 16, 2022 for the Front End Web Development track. However, it is important to note that the program is self-paced, you can finish it in less than the designed duration if you wish.
What are the prerequisites for enrollment?
- There are no prerequisites for this program. You will need access to reliable internet and have knowledge of basic computer skills.
How do I apply for the program?
- You can know more details and apply from here
How will I know if I am accepted in the scholarship?
- We will contact you via email on April 19th, 2022. So, please make sure to check your e-mail frequently that day. Please use one email for everything during the program, and make sure to check your spam folder to see if you received emails from our side.
Can I cancel an application I submitted?
- A fully submitted application cannot be deleted. Please ensure you are submitting accurate and correct information, and that you are committed to the program timelines before submitting your application.
Is this program online, in-person, or a combination of both?
- This is a fully online program with a live-virtual connect sessions. Throughout the cohort, students get to learn through online videos in their classroom and interact with peers, coaches, and instructors on their community platform and in their weekly Connect Sessions.
Will you provide us with any kind of career support?
- After graduation, Scholarship Graduates are welcome to complete and maintain their profile OneTen’s Job Platform and have access to more skills-building opportunities. Any at time, learners are welcome to sign up for a free membership at the Blacks in Technology Foundation.
Can I change the email address that I have used to sign-up?
- You should maintain the same email address you used to apply for the OneTen Scholarship program for the duration of your entire course in order to maintain eligibility for this Nanodegree program.
Can I withdraw/postpone studying after I am enrolled?
- There are no withdrawal or postponing options available in the scholarship. You should only join this program if you are committed to learning and graduating within the defined timeline of the program.
