UWC East Africa, Tanzania
This College, previously known as the International School of Moshi, is one of the oldest IB schools in the world and is located close to Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania. The closeness to this majestic mountain evokes reverence and serves as a reminder of the heights that a child who enjoys a good education can climb. The UWC Spirit moved in with the pioneer generation in 2019. The school has developed the so-called Outdoor Pursuits Program, where students have the opportunity to get to know the beautiful nature of Tanzania.
Profile: 500 students, 3 to 19 years old
Founding year: 2019
UWC ISAK Japan
Located in the «Japanese Alps» an hour by train outside of Tokyo, this college offers a leadership program which joins mindfulness and sustainability to innovation. In addition, the school offers courses focusing on Japanese language and culture.
Profile: 175 students, 15 to 19 years old
Founding year: 2016
UWC Maastricht, The Netherlands
This UWC is located on the outskirts of the cozy medieval city of Maastricht. Maastricht itself is a center for education and culture. The College is co-financed by the Dutch state, as it is intended to serve as a model for the public school sector with its wide range of social activities.
Profile: 850 students, 2 to 18 years old
Founding year: 2009
UWC Mahindra College, India
The UWC Mahindra College is located in a stunning natural park. The striking mix of modern architecture and local materials by the architect Christopher Charles Benninger has received several awards. All students take a course in Hindi to communicate with the local community.
Profile: 250 students, 16 to 19 years old
Founding year: 1997
UWC Atlantic College, Wales
The oldest of all UWC Colleges is located on the Welsh Atlantic coast in a medieval castle from the 12th century. Students can work on the college's own organic farm or join the schools coastal rescue team.
Profile: 350 students, 16 to 19 years old
Founding year: 1962
Pearson College UWC, Canada
The Pearson College UWC in Victoria, Canada, is surrounded by vast coastal forests along the wild, rugged Canadian Pacific coast. The college offers many projects to protect the local flora and fauna. The city of Victoria, the capital of British Columbia, is nearby.
Profile: 160 students, 16 to 19 years old
Founding year: 1974
UWC South East Asia, Singapore
Sustainability and energy efficiency are the focus of the UWC in Singapore. Whether school buildings, curricula or student projects, the school strives to integrate sustainability and environmental protection into the every aspect of pupils’ everyday life.
Profile: 5'280 students, 4 to 19 years old
Founding year: 1975
Waterford Kamhlaba UWC, Swaziland
The UWC in the small kingdom of Eswatini played an important role in the anti-apartheid movement. The school has a strong regional focus. From African history to the active support of AIDS orphans, the students can learn about Africa and get involved in projects where help is much needed.
Profile: 600 students, 11 to 20 years old
Founding year: 1963
UWC-USA
The UWC is located in the Rocky Mountains in the US state of New Mexico, near Las Vegas and Santa Fe. The stunning landscape offers ample opportunity for special experiences in the wilderness. The campus also houses the Bartos Institute, which provides training on constructive conflict resolution – an integral part of college life.
Profile: 227 students, 16 to 19 years old
Founding year: 1982
UWC Adriatic, Italy
The UWC Adriatic is located in the heart of the northern Italian coastal village of Duino. The students actively engage with this village community. The college places value, in particular, on its relationship with the countries of Central and Eastern Europe and its focus on music and Italian culture.
Profile: 200 students, 16 to 19 years old
Founding year: 1982
Li Po Chun UWC, Hong Kong
The UWC in Hong Kong campus is in the middle of the Chinese metropolis. It is surrounded by a charming landscape overlooking the famous harbour. A special focus lies on teaching Asian history and culture.
Profile: 256 students, 16 to 19 years old
Founding year: 1992
UWC Red Cross Nordic, Norway
The Norwegian UWC's idyllic location is on the banks of a small fjord, surrounded by forests and mountains on the west coast of the country. One focus is on Nordic history and culture. In addition to that, the neighboring Red Cross rehabilitation center offers numerous opportunities for gaining experience in social work.
Profile: 200 students, 16 to 19 years old
Founding year: 1995
UWC Costa Rica
The college is located in the relaxed town of Santa Ana. From there, it is possible to make trekking tours in the nearby natural parks. UWC Costa Rica places great value on bilingualism and the IB program is taught in English and Spanish. In addition, the school focuses on sustainability.
Profile: 192 students, 16 to 18 years old
Founding year: 2006
UWC in Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina
This college is located in the former high school of the city of Mostar. In Mostar, the school is firmly embedded within the city, because the residential buildings are spread all over the small city center. The UWC in Mostar is the first college to specifically aid the rebuilding of a peaceful community after a war.
Profile: 200 students, 16 to 18 years old
Founding year: 2006
UWC Robert Bosch College, Germany
Founded in 2013, the college is located in the "Green City" of Freiburg, on the edge of the famous Black Forest. The school is particularly strong on themes of sustainability and environmental protection. In addition, a 14th century monastery garden offers the possibility to learn about biological gardening amongst other social activities.
Profile: 200 students, 16 to 19 years old
Founding year: 2013
UWC Dilijan, Armenia
The college is located in the north of Armenia, on the edge of a national park with breath-taking meadows, forests and mountain landscapes nearby. The college was built according to the plans of London star architect Tim Flynn and adheres to the most modern ecological standards.
Profile: 200 students, 16 to 19 years old
Founding year: 2014
UWC Changshu China
This UWC stands in the 3'000 year old Chinese city of Changshu near Shanghai. In the region surrounding this mega-city there are lakes and mountains. Chinese culture and language as well as the protection of the environment are key themes for this UWC.
Profile: 570 students, 16 to 19 years old
Founding year: 2015
UWC Thailand
The UWC in Phuket, Thailand opened its doors in the summer of 2016. The special focus of this UWC lies in the traditional Thai culture. The school has also integrated Social Emotional Learning (SEL) and Mindfulness in its curriculem.
Profile: 400 students, 18 months to 18 years old
Founding year: 2016