Zipit Future of Connectivity Essay Scholarship

Zipit Wireless is excited to announce the Future of Connectivity Scholarship, offering a $2,500 award to a college undergraduate or graduate student who envisions the impact of Internet-enabled devices on people's lives and industries. If you are a student passionate about the future of connectivity and have innovative ideas, we invite you to share your vision.

Full Description

Essay Prompt:

You're living in the year 2035, how have Internet-enabled devices impacted your life or the world around you?

  • How are you or humanity more broadly using these "smart" connected devices and IoT connectivity to overcome challenges and solve problems in the world?
  • What are some concerns people have as everything and everyone becomes more connected, and how might individuals, companies, communities, or a combination of the three be addressing them?

Who's eligible?

  • Open to computer science, cybersecurity, data analytics, IT Management, network systems administration, software application development, business administration, or marketing students.
  • Both undergraduate and graduate students are eligible.
  • Submissions accepted only from U.S.-based students attending a college or university in the U.S.
  • Specify your intended field of study and your current degree level in your application.
  • Provide proof of college acceptance or a high school transcript.
  • Include a brief biography of no more than 250 words explaining your future goals and why you deserve this scholarship.

How to Apply

Application Details:

  • Email your application to [email protected].
  • Use [your essay title - Future of Connectivity Scholarship] for the email subject line.
  • Include your full name, mailing address, phone number, and short bio within the email.
  • Do not include your full name within the essay or in the file name to ensure unbiased evaluation.
  • Include the total word count at the bottom of your essay.

Evaluation Criteria:

  • Originality - overall uniqueness
  • Creativity - a blend of imagination and great ideas
  • Quality - clear, engaging, and thought-provoking communication
  • Competency - a clear understanding of IoT/connected devices and connectivity

The scholarship winner will be notified by December 18th, via email and featured on the [Zipit Wireless Scholarship page](link to the page). Before receiving funds, the winner must provide proof of acceptance to a U.S. college or university, and all scholarship funds will be sent directly to the winner's school.

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