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 of Pisa and announced at WordCamp Europe 2025, the program continues to grow, fostering collaboration between students, universities, and companies across the WordPress ecosystem.
How it works
The program typically runs for an academic semester and follows three main phases:
- Unang Hakbang (Onboarding)
- Project Work (mga kontribusyon)
- Buod ng mga Pangyayari
Sa programa, direktang nakikipag-collaborate ang mga estudyante sa mga boluntaryo at propesyonal mula sa WordPress ecosystem.
Onboarding
Students receive training on WordPress tools, community culture, and open source collaboration while connecting with mentors and local teams.
Project Work
Students develop a personal contribution project in their area of interest, such as translation, content creation, event organization, development, or design.
Wrap-Up
Ipapakita ng mga estudyante ang kanilang mga nagawa, magbabahagi ng mga repleksyon, at tutulong sa pagpapabuti ng programa para sa mga susunod na sasali.
Why participate in WordPress Credits
Para sa mga Estudyante
- Build real WordPress projects and develop practical skills
- Matuto mula sa mga bihasang mentor
- Gain confidence through hands-on experience
- Connect with a global open source community
For Mentors
- Bring meaningful learning experiences to students
- Share knowledge while strengthening your own leadership skills
- Connect your institution or community with the global WordPress ecosystem
Para sa mga Institusyon
- Access sa isang kumpleto at handang ipatupad na programang pang-edukasyon, na walang anumang gastos
- Kakayahang maisama sa kurikulum ang aktuwal na karanasan sa open source na ginagamit sa totoong buhay.
- Mas mataas na partisipasyon ng mga estudyante sa pamamagitan ng mga praktikal na proyekto
- Pagkakataon para sa mga guro upang ma-train bilang mga mentor, para palakasin ang sariling kapasıdan.
- Isang opisyal na pakikipag-partner sa WordPress Foundation, na nagpapatibay sa paninindigan ng institusyon sa de-kalidad na digital education at pandaigdigang kolaborasyon sa open source.
Para sa mga Kumpanya
- Mas tumaas na visibility bilang isang kumpanyang sumusuporta sa open source education at sa mga umuusbong na WordPress professionals.
- Direktang ugnayan sa masigasig na estudyanteng may aktuwal na karanasan mula sa ginabayang proyekto.
- Mas pinagtibay na reputasyon sa WordPress ecosystem bilang tagasuporta ng mga makabuluhang inisyatiba ng komunidad.
- Mga oportunidad upang makipag-ugnayan at makipagtulungan sa mga mentor, institusyon, at mga contributor para sa pangmatagalang benepisyo ng lahat.
Success stories
“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
“I consider this project interesting and useful for my academic path. I had the opportunity to develop digital skills and put my communication abilities into practice. Moreover, I had the chance to participate in an active, dynamic, and highly collaborative community, with in-person meetings that were helpful in improving my journey.“
Leonardo
Università di Pisa
“This project felt like being part of a big creative community, always ready to help each other to create something that matters, something ever changing and ever evolving. Thanks to this program I had the opportunity to contribute in a tangible way to a much bigger project to help other students like me to participate as well.“
Arianna
Università di Pisa
“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
Participating institutions
Check the institutions currently participating in WordPress Credits. Together, they’re advancing open source education by connecting students, educators, and contributors around the world.
Kung nais ng inyong Institusyon na sumali, mag-register para makapag-connect tayo at mapag-usapan ang mga susunod na hakbang.
Universidad Fidélitas
San José, Costa Rica
Riga Nordic University
Riga, Latvia
Universidad Privada Franz Tamayo
Santa Cruz & Cochabamba, Bolivia
Università di Pisa
Pisa, Italy
Ahmad's Education
Dhaka, Bangladesh
Krakow University of Economics
Krakow, Poland
Cracow University of Technology
Krakow, Poland
IES Azarquiel
Toledo, Spain
Creative Campus – Universidad Europea
Madrid, Spain
Central New Mexico Community College
Albuquerque, USA
Drew University
Madison, USA
Escuela de Arte Toledo
Toledo, Spain
Escuela de Arte de Huesca
Huesca, Spain
ERAP Research and Learning LLP
Kolkata, India
Juraj Dobrila University of Pula
Pula, Croatia
Escuela de Arte de Zaragoza
Zaragoza, Spain
IES Venancio Blanco
Salamanca, Spain
Zaragoza Dinámica
Zaragoza, Spain
Meet our mentors and admins
Our mentors and program administrators form the backbone of WordPress Credits. Mentors guide students through their first steps in open source contribution, helping them define meaningful projects, build confidence, and develop real-world skills through hands-on collaboration with WordPress teams. Program admins ensure that every step of the student journey runs smoothly, from onboarding and project coordination to academic partnerships and community integration. Together, they create a supportive learning environment that empowers students to contribute with purpose, unlock new opportunities, and become active participants in the global WordPress ecosystem.
Our sponsors
WordPress.com offers domain plus 1 year of free hosting plus 50% off renewal
Weglot offers one year of Weglot’s Business Plan for free to translate your website
How to get involved
Join as a student
Gain real-world experience, collaborate with mentors, contribute to WordPress projects, and build skills that can boost your future career as part of a global open source community.
Maging Mentor
Share your experience and help guide students through real-world open source projects, offering feedback, support, and direction as they learn and grow.
Maging Partner na Institusyon
Maging partner at magbigay sa mga estudyante ng makabuluhang paraan upang magkaroon ng tunay na karanasan habang nag-aambag sa isang pandaigdigang open source project. Sa pagsali sa programa, matututo kayo ng makabago at praktikal na mga oportunidad sa inyong kurikulum.
Contribute as a Company
Strengthen the open source community by supporting students through mentor sponsorships, useful tools and resources, or other contributions that enhance the program experience.
Sumali sa community
Join the #wpcredits Slack channel to share ideas, collaborate, and stay connected with other organizers.
If you still have questions or want more details, you can find everything in this handbook.