Xperitas Writing Scholarships
Xperitas Writing Scholarships
Merit-based Scholarship Opportunities for Student Travelers
Bob & Edie Green Writing Scholarship
Up to four $500 scholarships awarded per program year
These are merit-based scholarships are awarded annually in honor of two of our founders. Edie and Bob Green worked as World Language Teachers for many years before dedicating themselves to making language and cultural immersion programs available to high school and middle school world language students. Recipients of the Edie and Bob Green Writing Scholarship submit a blog post or a vlog following their language immersion experience, to be featured on the Xperitas website and/or social media channels. All Xperitas language immersion program participants are invited to apply; however, this is an especially great opportunity for high school students with an interest in writing, communications or journalism to produce professional work for their portfolio.
Eligibility
- You must be a student registered on an Xperitas immersion program
- You must complete the requirements of the scholarship application and have them submitted by October 15, 2026.
- You must agree to the post-program submission requirements, which are submitting at least one additional blog post of 600-750 words or vlog post of 2-3 minutes and at least one program photo. Additional posts and photos are welcome.
Deadline
All documents must be postmarked or sent by email no later than October 15, 2025. Only complete applications submitted by the deadline will be considered.
Notification of Awards
The Scholarship winner(s) will be chosen by a group of Xperitas staff and board members who will evaluate each submission based on the criteria listed in the above application. The winner(s) will be notified by email by December 9, 2025.
Previous Winners
2023 Bob & Edie Green Writing Scholarship Winners: Mary, Samantha, Micah S., Sydney
2022 Bob & Edie Green Writing Scholarship Winners: Madison M., Lily S.
2021 Bob & Edie Green Writing Scholarship Winner: Zoe P.
2019 Bob & Edie Green Writing Scholarship Winners: Sam S., Hunter E., Stephanie M., Bethanne D.
Meet Our 2025 Winners!
Language learning isn’t just about vocabulary lists; it’s about respect." High school junior Zoey Kaegbein shares her powerful perspective on why immersion is the key to moving beyond textbooks and into real-world connection. In this first part of her scholarship essay, read about why she believes every traveler should pack curiosity and an open mind.
"A classroom is great, but a city market is real." For scholarship winner Molly, language isn’t just a subject, it’s a way to find a piece of herself in every corner of the globe. Inspired by her freshman Spanish teacher, she’s heading to Costa Rica this summer to trade her desk for a new way of life. Read Molly’s energetic essay on why cultural immersion is the ultimate gateway to understanding ourselves and the world.
"I don’t just want to be able to communicate, I want to connect." After a missed opportunity to connect with a young camper, Graham Melvin realized that language is more than just a school subject- it's a lifeline. Read Graham’s moving essay on why he’s heading to Costa Rica this summer to turn language barriers into bridges of empathy and understanding.