Palestine Launchpad With Google - General FAQs What can I benefit from this program? Upon passing all assessments and projects within the timeline of your program, you will be eligible to receive a certificate How many spots will be available? There are only 6,000 scholarships available during the entire duration of the program What does the learner journey look like as part of this program? Students will have access to the course material through their classroom and weekly virtual touchpoints with Udacity Session Leads to check on their progress, work through case studies, and solve their technical blockers. To graduate, students must complete a set of projects within the specified timeframe. You will also be invited to networking events such as career fairs, study jams, and other on-ground activities. What are connect sessions? Connect sessions are mandatory weekly sessions with a Udacity Session Lead to track progress, work through technical blockers, and work on relevant case studies together. These sessions are a great opportunity to network, build connections, and stay on track to graduate on time. What are the eligibility criteria to enroll? Applicants for the Palestine Launchpad with Google program must meet the below criteria: Currently residing in Palestine Young professional with previous experience with digital skills Ability to dedicate 10-15 hours per week to learning online and attend mandatory 1.5-hour weekly virtual sessions led by a Udacity Session Lead Are there any enrollment fees? No, this is a free scholarship opportunity. Once accepted, all your costs will be covered. When will the application open/close? Applications are open until January 16, 2025 What is the duration of this program? This program is a 4-month learning journey How will you contact me? A Udacity team member will contact you via email by February 10, 2025, to notify you of your acceptance into the program. You will then be notified of your enrollment into the classroom by February 15, 2025. Please be sure to check your spam/promotions folders to ensure that you do not miss any emails from Udacity. Can I change the email address that I used to sign up? You should maintain the same email address you enrolled in the program for the duration of your track to maintain eligibility. We highly recommend using a personal email address for this program. Is this program online, in-person, or a combination of both? The program takes place 100% online. You can work from wherever you want to, as long as you have a working internet connection. On-ground physical sessions are also available, however they are not mandatory. What are the prerequisites for enrollment? Interested learners must complete and submit the program application on the website. You must meet the eligibility requirements for the program and successfully answer the technical questions in the application to ensure that you have the prerequisite knowledge to succeed in the program you chose. Can I edit/cancel an application I submitted? You can only edit the background section of your application as long as you have not submitted it yet. Also, note that you can delete your application but you will not be able to re-take the technical assessment again if you re-apply. Will you provide us with any career support? All learners will have access to Udacity's Careers offerings, including projects and workshops. You will also have access to networking events, career fairs, and other opportunities to increase your chances of advancing your career. Can I withdraw/postpone studying after I am enrolled? There are no withdrawal or postponing options available in the program. You should only join this program if you are committed to learning and graduating within the defined timeline of the program. If any unforeseen circumstances arise, an appeal can be made. Can I join two Nanodegree Programs at the same time? No, however, once you graduate you can apply to other Nanodegree programs in the future cohorts if the program is still available. How Can I Apply to the Program? To apply, please visit the application page here.