Apple Entrepreneur Camp for Female Founders and Developers
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The Apple Entrepreneur Camp is open to all female founders and developers interested in stepping up their app development game. If, like Apple, you believe that apps for everyone should be made by everyone, then you might want to take a look at this opportunity!
**Application deadline:** March 26, 2022
- [Benefits of the Apple Entrepreneur Camp](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/apple-entrepreneur-camp-for-female-founders-and-developers/#h-benefits-of-the-apple-entrepreneur-camp)
- [About the Apple Entrepreneur Camp](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/apple-entrepreneur-camp-for-female-founders-and-developers/#h-about-the-apple-entrepreneur-camp)
- [Eligibility Criteria for Female Founders and Developers](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/apple-entrepreneur-camp-for-female-founders-and-developers/#h-eligibility-criteria-for-female-founders-and-developers)
- [How to Apply](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/apple-entrepreneur-camp-for-female-founders-and-developers/#h-how-to-apply)
## Benefits of the Apple Entrepreneur Camp
Apple Entrepreneur Camp includes a hands-on technology lab, as well as mentoring, instruction, and support. The following items are provided free of charge to selected organizations:
- Apple experts provide one-on-one code-level training.
- For at least a year, you will receive ongoing support from an Apple Developer representative.
- One year of Apple Developer Program participation.
- The Apple Entrepreneur Camp alumni network, a world-class group of inspiring and ambitious leaders, is available to you.
Furthermore, the program shall last from January 31 – February 4, 2022. The entrepreneurship opportunity shall be extended to developers worldwide.
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## About the Apple Entrepreneur Camp
Research shows that founders from underrepresented communities face unique challenges, especially when starting and leading technology companies.
The Apple Entrepreneur Camp was established with the goal of supporting these founders and their organizations as they build the next generation of cutting-edge apps, and to form a global network that encourages the pipeline and longevity of underrepresented founders and developers in technology.
The program includes cohorts for female, Black, and Hispanic/Latinx founders and developers from underrepresented communities.
During these technology labs, you’ll receive one-on-one code-level guidance on your app from Apple experts and engineers, as well as mentorship, inspiration, and insights from top Apple leaders. After the lab concludes, you’ll get ongoing support and become part of a growing community of other exceptional alumni who can help you build your business.
## Eligibility Criteria for Female Founders and Developers
Developers from all over the world can apply, and up to three people from your company can attend. To be considered for this position, you must meet the following criteria:
- A female\* founder, cofounder, or CEO;
- A female developer competent in Swift or Objective-C; and
- A created app or functioning build that you can demo live are all requirements.
\*\*\*The female founder, co-founder, or CEO; the female developer; and another coworker (if relevant) must all be at least 18 years old, speak English fluently, and be able to attend the lab together for the full term.
Furthermore, applications will be evaluated based on the following criteria:
• content of written responses to questions on the application form;
• commitment to developing for Apple platforms utilizing the newest Apple technology; and
• uniqueness or innovation of the app.
## How to Apply
The program is divided into four sections, including uploads and prompts for written responses. It consists of the following parts:
**Details about the organization.** Tell us about your company and offer contact information for up to three coworkers who would be willing to attend if your company is chosen.
**Your app.** Give specifics about your app and the people that worked on it. You may provide up to three pictures or wireframes that best depict the user experience, as well as a download or demo link.
**The future.** Describe the benefits you want to obtain from attending Apple Entrepreneur Camp, as well as your future objectives.
**Additional information.** Choose the dates you’d like to apply for and provide any other notes.
Please note that as part of the application process, your application will be kept on file for one year. To start, please [apply here](https://developer.apple.com/entrepreneur-camp/apply/female-founders/).
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Eligibility criteria
Always cross-check eligibility against the sponsor's official site before applying — sponsor rules can change between intakes.
- Citizen or permanent resident of an eligible African country
- Strong academic record — typically a minimum GPA equivalent to a UK 2:1 / US 3.3
- English-language proficiency demonstrated by IELTS, TOEFL or an MOI letter
- Two academic or professional references able to speak to your potential
Required documents
A planning baseline drawn from how 90%+ of African scholarship sponsors structure their checklist. The sponsor's portal is the source of truth for any single application.
- Valid international passport (bio page scan)
- Most recent academic transcripts (sealed or e-verified copies)
- Curriculum vitae / résumé (1–2 pages, reverse-chronological)
- Personal statement or motivation letter (500–1,000 words, tailored to the sponsor)
- Two to three reference letters (academic for students, professional for working applicants)
- Proof of English proficiency (IELTS, TOEFL or Duolingo) — Medium-of-Instruction letter may substitute for Anglophone-Africa graduates
- Passport-sized photograph meeting ICAO biometric standards
- Country-of-origin proof (national ID or birth certificate) — required by many Africa-focused funders
Deadline timeline
The sponsor has not published a fixed deadline yet. Use the milestones below as a generic 12-month plan; substitute dates once the intake window opens.
- 12 months out
Register for tests (IELTS/TOEFL/SAT/GRE), shortlist 3–5 universities, identify referees.
- 6 months out
Sit your tests, draft a personal statement, request transcripts and confirm reference letters.
- 3 months out
Finalise essays, upload supporting documents, complete the online application portal.
- 1 month out
Final review, double-check uploaded files, submit a week before the deadline to avoid portal issues.
- Application deadline
Submit by 23:59 in the sponsor's stated time zone — usually local to the sponsor, not your country.
Frequently asked questions
Who can apply for the Apple Entrepreneur Camp for Female Founders and Developers?+
Applicants must be eligible African nationals applying at the the stated level level, meet the academic and English-language requirements set by Various, and be able to relocate to the host country for the duration of the programme.
Is the Apple Entrepreneur Camp for Female Founders and Developers fully funded?+
Funding model: Funding type varies — check the official site. Where listed as fully funded, the award typically covers tuition, monthly stipend, health insurance and round-trip airfare. Always confirm the latest funding breakdown on the sponsor's official page.
When is the application deadline?+
The application deadline is varies by intake — see the official site. Submit at least one week early — sponsor portals frequently slow or fail in the final 24 hours, and late submissions are not accepted under any circumstances.
What documents do I need to apply?+
At minimum: passport bio page, academic transcripts, CV, personal statement, two to three references, and an English-language test score (IELTS, TOEFL or Duolingo). Research-led Masters and PhD applications also require a research proposal and a writing sample.
How can I improve my chance of winning?+
Apply early, tailor every essay to the specific sponsor (do not recycle a generic statement), secure at least one reference who knows your work in detail, and apply to two or three additional scholarships in parallel — never rely on a single application.