We are delighted to announce that applications for the Next Billion scholarship program are now open!
What is the Next Billion Scholarship Program?
The Next Billion scholarship program is a search for stories – tangible human stories that show how Ethereum is helping communities address the challenges they face.
Whether implementing badges and digital wallets for millions of scouts around the worldcreating More effective and affordable crop insurance for smallholder farmers in KenyaOr explore the role of decentralized systems during humanitarian crises in SyriaEach fellow’s story helps us see Ethereum’s role in human society, not as an abstract technology, but as a tool to solve real-world problems and create meaningful change.
Through the six-month program, we offer project funding, mentoring, access to our network and visibility opportunities.
Applications are open!
If you are ready to join our next cohort (Cohort #5), please apply before January 12, 2025.
Applications received after this date will be taken into account for the next cohort (cohort no. 6). Learn more about the program and our alumni here.
For more information and to apply, click here!
Chronology
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November 2024 – January 12, 2025: Applications are open; Continuing applications after January 12 will be considered for Cohort 6, with interviews conducted on a rolling basis.
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January 2025 – April 2025: Review of applications for Cohort 5 and review in progress for Cohort 6.
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April 2025 – October 2025: Cohort 5 scholarship program and ongoing review for cohort 6.
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September 2025 – March 2026: Scholarship program, cohort 6.
Want to know more?
Join one of our two “office hours” during the application period to get more information:
- December 11, 2024, at 07:00 UTC
- January 8, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. UTC
Register here for any of the office hours sessions
We hope to hear from you soon!
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Next Billion Team