The first step towards your future as a change-maker could come from making the decision to spend two years of your life studying at a UWC school. The second step is being offered a place. But you can't get to that second step if you don't complete the application form.
You wake up in a musty, dark dormitory. It's a bit cold, and you're surrounded by paintings and decor from hundreds of years ago. You've got another long day of studying ahead, in creaking classrooms, surrounded by people that look and sound just like you.
This is where it all starts.
You're young. You're passionate. You're full of ideas. And you know it can be done.
As you work your way through the application to join a UWC school or college, depending on the application process that you're following you may be asked to provide references from both an academic referee and a non-academic referee.
Studying at an international community school is a unique experience. The environment, the people you study and live alongside and the way you learn are all intended to stretch you in ways you may not expect.
The UWC experience is unique. Through offering cross-cultural community, a focus on changemaking, and the academic rigour of the IB Diploma, UWC schools and colleges provide an education like no other.
An application to study at a UWC school is the first step in a life-changing experience. Not just life-changing for you, but also for those whose lives you will impact during and after your time as a UWC student.
Being accepted to one of the world's best boarding schools is undoubtedly an achievement anyone should be proud of. But often the best schools are looking for so much more than outstanding academic grades or proof that you can afford the school fees. In this post we consider what the "best" actually looks like for you, and how to maximise your chances of being offered a place.
For many students, attending a top university is a crucial step between finishing high school and starting an exciting life. But getting into the best university for you doesn't begin with the application form. In this post we explore what you can do in the years leading up to your university application to make sure that you shine and get into the university of your dreams.
When you need a new challenge, or to broaden your horizons, what alternatives to your current school are available, and what's the right approach for you?
