We are excited to announce the Devconnect Scholars Program, as part of Devconnect ARG 2025! The Scholars Program will welcome 100 leaders who are expanding Ethereum's reach by connecting it to new communities, industries, and ideas. Scholars will co-learn and co-create, building bridges between Ethereum and other worlds. The 2025 cohort will include five categories: (1) Ethereum Community Organizers, (2) Legal & Public Sector Professionals, (3) Journalists, (4) Artists, and (5) Developers & Other Builders of any kind.
Applications are now open, until Monday, June 30th!
How the Scholars Program Works
The Program will begin in late August with online programming and conclude after Devconnect in late November. During the program scholars can expect:
(1) Financial support: Based on individual needs, Scholars are provided financial support for accommodation, flight, visa application, per diem, and/or ticket to Devconnect. (Note: Financial need doesn't influence acceptance. Those who don't require financial support also qualify.)
(2) Pre-Devconnect community & programming: The Scholars Program emphasizes building lasting relationships, mentorship, and a space for furthering existing skills and knowledge. There will be online sessions where Scholars meet each other, learn together, co-create, and prepare for their experience at Devconnect.
(3) Devconnect week: Spending an amazing Devconnect week in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
(4) Post-Devconnect: After the event, each Scholar will create a Learning Artifact - a free-format creation that expresses their learning and experience in the medium of their choice.
Who should apply?
To be eligible for the Devconnect Scholars Program, applicants must:
(1) Have never attended Devcon before,
(2) Have never attended Devconnect before, and
(3) Be able and willing to dedicate approximately three hours per week over the course of three months to attend online sessions, complete assignments, and actively engage in learning, collaboration, and shared creation
We're selecting 100 Scholars across five categories, and candidates may apply to one or more categories:
| Category | Description | Who should apply |
|---|---|---|
| Ethereum community organizers | This category will bring together a diverse group of existing and potential future Ethereum contributors. | (1) Ethereum community leaders and core contributors: This track focuses on people who are contributing to regional grassroots Ethereum communities (2) Community leaders in adjacent fields: Including cryptography, open source, broader developer communities, etc. |
| Legal professionals & public sector professionals | This category is designed to cultivate a new generation of legal professionals who are aligned with the values of the Ethereum ecosystem and who understand the importance of open source work for the betterment of the Ethereum public commons. The program offers community engagement, specialised legal sessions, and mentorship from the Ethereum Foundation’s legal team. Participants will gain a deep understanding of the technologies and law surrounding Ethereum and will be empowered to contribute meaningfully to its ecosystem. | (1) Lawyers or policymakers with legal backgrounds interested in crypto (2) In-house counsel in crypto or crypto-adjacent companies (3) Policy experts with legal backgrounds advocating for appropriate regulations |
| Journalists | This category calls for journalists who are interested in exploring Ethereum - its values, applications, and community. As part of the program, journalist Scholars will learn from experts and gain hands-on experience using Ethereum. | Journalists from independent or affiliated with non-crypto media outlets—who cover general-interest topics, including technology and society. No prior knowledge of Ethereum is required. |
| Artists | This cohort brings together artists working across disciplines to explore Ethereum’s culture, values, and the Infinite Garden philosophy through their creative work. Through learning sessions, studio practice, critique, and play, participants will engage deeply and expand this vision of the Infinite Garden—where growth emerges from openness and connection—the soul of the Ethereum. This is like an art school that pushes new perspectives through learnings and experimentations. The cohort will culminate in an exhibition and the beginning of an ongoing alumni community. | Artists of any medium, including writers, musicians, performers, poets, and more who have a unique voice and believe in a future where technology and humanity mutually inspire one another |
| Developers & Other Builders of Any Kind | This category is looking for a diverse, curious, and passionate group of individuals from all backgrounds; whether you're a developer, researcher, scientist, writer, educator, creative, entrepreneur, or non-profit leader. You don’t need to be building directly on Ethereum to apply. | Anyone is welcome to apply |
More information about each category can be found in the application form.
Apply to the Devconnect Scholars Program Today!
Applications for the Devconnect Scholars Program are now open! If this sounds like the right opportunity for you or someone you know, we encourage you to apply or help spread the word! Deadline: Monday, June 30th at 11:59 PM PST. Selected applicants will be notified in July.
For any questions, feel free to reach out to us at devcon-scholars@ethereum.org. We look forward to hearing from you!