Calling all student explorers: Scholarships available for summer travel program

High school students have the chance to win a scholarship for an adventure of a lifetime with National Geographic photographers, scientists and writers this summer through a contest sponsored by National Geographic and DirecTV.

National Geographic Student Expeditions is a unique travel program offering students the opportunity to get out into the field with NatGeo photographers, scientists and writers. Students from the United States and Latin America have the chance to win a full scholarship for a summer travel experience with an emphasis on learning and enrichment.

Winners will get to choose from 39 exciting destinations around the world for their expedition. All trips are led by qualified trip leaders and a National Geographic expert.

To qualify:

- Successful applicants will be able to demonstrate excellence in academics, a passion to learn from travel experiences and positive role modeling in their community.

- Each applicant must be fluent in English and enrolled in an accredited high school in the United States or Latin America.

- Applications will be accepted through March 1.

- Students can apply at natgeomundoexplorer.com