Why Choose UWC

Why Choose UWC

At UWC, our mission is to inspire young people to put their talents and energy into driving change around the world, no matter which future path they choose.

UWC schools are unique, and so are our students. You will be part of a challenging, supportive and diverse community that inspires tomorrow’s agents of change.

At UWC, we bring together people from many different backgrounds, cultures and circumstances. Our students are chosen for their character, compassion and potential. With the help of our generous supporters, we offer scholarships to those in need. 

You are a person with potential, facing a world of opportunities. So why might UWC be the perfect place for you?

Because you want to change the world.

UWC helps you acquire knowledge and apply it in meaningful ways. Our students are passionate about addressing the issues that matter to them and their communities. Here, you will build the skills needed to make a difference and gain the confidence to take action.

Because you want to learn through experience.

Academic achievement is important, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) is both rigorous and rewarding. But we know that learning goes beyond the classroom. You will engage in community projects, physical activities, discussions and personal projects, helping you discover who you truly are. 

Because you want to understand other cultures and world views.

Each UWC school community includes people from different nationalities and backgrounds. This diversity means you will learn from fellow students and teachers from around the world, deepening your understanding of what connects us all. 

Because you want to explore the world.

UWC offers the chance to immerse yourself in a local culture while also learning about global issues. Whether you study in your home country or in a new environment, you will form lifelong friendships with students from other places and backgrounds.UWC offers the chance to immerse yourself in a local culture while also learning about global issues. Whether you study in your home country or in a new environment, you will form lifelong friendships with students from other places and backgrounds.UWC offers the chance to immerse yourself in a local culture while also learning about global issues. Whether you study in your home country or in a new environment, you will form lifelong friendships with students from other places and backgrounds.UWC offers the chance to immerse yourself in a local culture while also learning about global issues. Whether you study in your home country or in a new environment, you will form lifelong friendships with students from other places and backgrounds.UWC offers the chance to immerse yourself in a local culture while also learning about global issues. Whether you study in your home country or in a new environment, you will form lifelong friendships with students from other places and backgrounds.UWC offers the chance to immerse yourself in a local culture while also learning about global issues. Whether you study in your home country or in a new environment, you will form lifelong friendships with students from other places and backgrounds.UWC offers the chance to immerse yourself in a local culture while also learning about global issues. Whether you study in your home country or in a new environment, you will form lifelong friendships with students from other places and backgrounds.

Because you want a respected qualification.

Universities around the world value the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP). You will study a wide range of subjects in an engaging  way while also learning about community and service. This challenging curriculum will support you on whichever path you choose.

Find out more about the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP)
Because you want a life of meaning and impact.

Each one of us can contribute to making the world better. At UWC, you will gain experience in building projects, working together and helping others. Like the 70,000+ UWC alumni who have become doctors, teachers, politicians, artists and developers, you will make your field more compassionate and inclusive.

 Join UWC and discover your power to make the world better.
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