The Affordable Connectivity Program, abbreviated as (ACP), is a long-term Federal Communications Commission (FCC) managed program. ACP and authorized providers such as Selectel Wireless offer discounts on connected devices and monthly broadband Internet access service to eligible low-income subscribers. When applying for the Selectel Wireless ACP program, you must verify the eligibility requirements through the National Verifier. Then, proceed to selectelwireless.com to apply for the program.
Typically, enrolling for ACP through Selectel Wireless requires an applicant to have a low income according to Federal Poverty Guidelines. Besides, you can also qualify if you participate in government programs such as Veterans Pension and Survivors Benefit, SSI, and others, as discussed in the following section. For a successful approval of your ACP application, you must have supporting documents that show qualification based on the eligibility criteria you apply with.
Most importantly, if you qualify for the ACP program, you will obtain a $30.00 monthly discount applied on any Selectel Wireless monthly cell phone service plan. Additionally, you will receive a discount of $100 on connected devices like smartphones, tablets, laptops, and desktop computers. These Selectel Wireless ACP benefits are restricted to a single monthly internet discount in every household. And it is also limited to one-connected device discount per household.
Eligibility for Selectel Wireless ACP
There are two categories of eligibility for the ACP program. One is based on the level of your household annual income, and the other one depends on individual participation in a government-aided program.
Income-Based ACP Eligibility
If enrolling for Selectel Wireless Affordable Connectivity Program based on the income criterion, you must have an annual household yearly annual income of 200% or less of the Federal Poverty Guidelines. This guideline depends on the household size and your state.
Program-Based ACP Eligibility
Selectel Wireless ACP applicants may qualify based on participation in any or more of the following government-supported programs:
- SNAP (formerly known as Food Stamps)
- Social Security Income(SSI)
- Medicaid
- WIC
- Federal Public Housing(Section 8)
- Veterans Pension and Survivors Benefit
- Free and Reduced-Price School Lunch/School Breakfast Program, through U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Community Eligibility Provision schools from 2019 up to 2022 school year
- A beneficiary of a Federal Pell Grant in the ongoing award year.
A household residing in below qualifying Tribal land programs may also be Selectel Wireless ACP eligible:
- Tribal TANF
- Head Start(income-based eligibility)
- Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations
- Bureau of Indian Affairs General Assistance
Benefits of Selectel Wireless ACP
Enrolling in the Affordable Connectivity Program through Selectel Wireless qualifies you for two benefits:
- You will receive a $30 monthly cellphone service plan from Selectel Wireless, entirely covered by the Affordable Connectivity Program. The $30.00 monthly service plan features unlimited text, talk, and 5GB of high-speed mobile data every month. Additional high sped data can be bought at an additional charge. If you qualify and reside on Tribal Land, you will get a $75 discount on the monthly service plan.
- Eligible households will also receive a one-time connected device benefit of up to $100 to purchase a laptop, tablet, or desktop computer from Selectel Affordable Connectivity Program households. Suppose you have not received the one-time device benefit from any other wireless provider. In that case, you can get a New Hyundai HyTab 8″ Tablet from Selectel Wireless with a screen protector and earbuds for only $11.00.
- New Selectel Wireless subscribers who meet the above eligibility requirements will also obtain a Free Android Smartphone.
How to Apply For Selectel Wireless ACP
1st Step: Confirm your eligibility via the National Verifier at acp.selectelwireless.com/acpform and click Apply Now to confirm if you qualify. Next, complete the application form by providing your personal information, including your full name, ID, address, contact information, eligibility, etc, and click submit.
2nd Step: Wait for National Verifier approval within a few minutes, or it could take up to a few days (for the application to be reviewed manually).
3rd Step: Once approved by the National Verifier, return to selectelwireless.com/acp, complete the Selectel Wireless affordable connectivity program application form, and tap ‘Send .’You can transfer the ACP benefit to your existing Selectel service or apply it on a new service plan (at Selectel or another wireless provider).
4th Step: If you are qualified for the ACP, you will get an email with further guidelines. New Selectel Wireless customers who applied for a free smartphone with a $30 monthly service plan will get an email with a tracking number.
If you have any queries concerning the Selectel Wireless Affordable program application process, contact the customer support team at 1-877-218-5744.
When will Selectel Wireless ACP Program Last
You can apply for the long-term ACP Program with Selectel Wireless using your National Verifier Application ID. New Selectel Wireless customers will get a new smartphone plus a $30 monthly service plan covered by the ACP until the program ends. New and current Selectel Wireless customers may enroll in the Affordable connectivity program.
The ACP program will last as long as the USAC funds the initiative through the Universal Service Fund. Upon the depletion of funds, the Federal Communication Commission(FCC), which manages the program, will officially announce to the participating wireless providers.
Later, Selectel Wireless will notify you 30 days before the end of the ACP program via text message or email. You can contact the Selectel Wireless customer care department at 877-218-5744 if you have any further questions concerning the ACP program.
What Type of Phones Does Selectel Wireless ACP Provide
If you qualify for Affordable connectivity Program by enrolling with Selectel Wireless, you can receive a wide range of mobiles from top manufacturers like Apple, Samsung, Motorola, and others. The following are some of the devices you can get under Selectel Wireless ACP:
- Apple iPhone 7
- Apple iPhone 7 Plus
- Apple iPhone 6S
- Apple iPhone 6S Plus
- iPhone 6
- Samsung Galaxy S7
- Samsung Galaxy S8
- Samsung Galaxy S9
- Samsung Galaxy S10
- Samsung Galaxy A Series
- Motorola Moto phones
Bottom Line
Selectel Wireless ACP is a program that offers subsidies on wireless services for consumers experiencing a digital divide. If you meet one of the qualifications listed above, you can obtain a free smartphone (New Customers) or tablet from Selectel Wireless ACP. Besides, you qualify for $30.00 and up to $75 for households on qualifying Tribal lands on a monthly discount on any service plan fully covered by ACP Selectel Wireless until the program ends.
