How can I become a GitHub Campus Expert?

[VictorMoni]

Hi everyone 🐱🖖

I’m interested in applying to the GitHub Campus Experts program. What are the requirements and steps to become one?

Thank you for your attention 😄

[ruturaj-018]

Hi @VictorMoni 👋,
Great to hear you’re interested in the GitHub Campus Experts program! 🐱🖖
Here’s everything you need to know about the requirements and steps.

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✨ What is a GitHub Campus Expert?

Campus Experts are student leaders who receive training, mentorship, and resources from GitHub to build technical communities at their universities.

They:

• 📚 Organize workshops, events, and hackathons
• 🤝 Grow and support their local developer community
• 🌍 Act as a bridge between GitHub and students worldwide

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✅ Requirements

Before applying, make sure you:

• 🎓 Are a student at a university or college
• 🐙 Have an active GitHub account
• 🧑‍🎓 Are part of the GitHub Student Developer Pack (apply here)
• ⏳ Can commit time to community building and the program

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🛠️ Application Process

Here’s the typical flow:

Step	What to Do	Notes
1️⃣	Apply Online at the Campus Experts website	Requires GitHub login
2️⃣	Complete Training	You’ll receive a series of modules covering: 📖 Community building 📖 Technical writing 📖 Event planning
3️⃣	Submit a Community Proposal	Share your plan on how you’ll support your local student community
4️⃣	Review by GitHub	GitHub team reviews your proposal and profile
5️⃣	Become a Campus Expert 🎉	Once approved, you’ll join the global network

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🎯 Tips for a Strong Application

• Highlight your past community involvement (clubs, events, hackathons, etc.)
• Share your vision for improving your campus tech scene
• Be authentic — GitHub values impact over perfection

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🔗 Useful Links

• 🌐 GitHub Campus Experts Homepage
• 📦 GitHub Student Developer Pack
• 📖 FAQ about Campus Experts

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🐾 Final Note

If you’re already active in your student community and eager to grow it, you’re on the right track.
Apply with confidence 💪 and good luck becoming a GitHub Campus Expert 🚀

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[VictorMoni]

Thank you so much @ruturaj-018 🙏
I really appreciate the detailed explanation you both shared about the GitHub Campus Experts program.
This was very helpful! 😸

[ruturaj-018]

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