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WordPress Credits employs a principled sponsorship model: companies can offer products to students only after sponsoring mentors. That support shapes skilled, confident WordPress professionals. Invest in people and sponsor the program: wordpress.org/education/credits/

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“This project gave me a truly positive experience: I felt supported throughout the journey, and I had the opportunity to grow, develop my skills, and learn things I didn’t know before. If you’re looking for a place where you’ll be welcomed with open arms, this is it.“ Giulia Università di Pisa
January 14, 2026 at 4:01 PM
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Following pilots in Italy, Costa Rica, Bolivia, and Bangladesh, WordPress Credits is expanding with education partners in Latvia, Poland, and the US, recognizing open source as a genuine academic practice.

Help us reach the next institutions to join: wordpress.org/education/credits/

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Map of the world showing plots where WordPress Credits are active.
January 8, 2026 at 5:01 PM
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WordPress Credits invites students to engage with open source through real-world contributions, mentorship, and academic recognition. Help shape the student experience by sharing what would make it more impactful: wordpress.org/education/credits/

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Student of WordPress Credits quote: “My experience within the WordPress Credits project has been truly enriching. From the very beginning, I have felt supported and motivated to learn more each day. On a personal level, my supervisor has been exceptional, always attentive to my questions, responding quickly, and showing a strong willingness to help.“ Nazareth Universidad Fidélitas
December 30, 2025 at 7:00 PM
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🎓 From first contribution to first website, and now the first WP Credits graduate!

In her final presentation, Marta Gallorini shared technical and transferable skills gained through real contributions to WordPress.

Start with WP Credits: wordpress.org/education/credits/

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WordPress Credits Guiding the next generation of contributors through hands-on learning About the Program WordPress Credits is a contribution-based program by the WordPress Foundation that connects higher education students with the global open-source community. It offers real-world experience with mentorship to help students fulfill academic requirements while contributing directly to WordPress. Launched with the University […]
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December 6, 2025 at 2:01 PM
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Whether you’re a campus leader, a company, or a contributor, there are many ways to support WordPress’s education initiatives. Share your story, offer mentorship, or sponsor a Campus Connect event. 🔗 Read more:
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How to Talk About and Support the New WordPress Education Initiatives
There has been a lot of talk and momentum lately about WordPress in the education space. From the development of the WordPress Campus Connect event series and its affiliated WordPress Student Clubs…
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July 20, 2025 at 11:00 AM