The Wandering Scholar makes international travel and learning opportunities accessible to exceptional high schoolers from underrepresented and low-income backgrounds. We are more than just a travel scholarship. Our innovative fellowship combines travel with pre- and post-trip programming, equipping participants with the skills to become engaged, globally competent citizens by: expanding their perspectives and ability to recognize those of others; building their capacity for resilience and empathy; and developing a roadmap for success beyond high school.