Who funds UWC?

The UWC model relies heavily on funding support of different philanthropists as well as national governments.

What is special about UWC?

Because you want to see more of the world. UWC offers the chance to immerse yourself in a local community or culture. But it’s also a place to learn about the world. Whether you’re studying in your home country or in a new environment, you’ll form lifelong friendships with students from other places and backgrounds.

Does UWC help with college?

This offers UWC graduates scholarships to 99 US colleges and universities, including all eight Ivy League institutions.

Is UWC a British school?

Unsourced material may be challenged and removed. The United World College of South East Asia (UWCSEA) is an independent international school in Singapore, and a member of the United World College (UWC) movement.

Is UWC a University?

The University of the Western Cape (UWC) is a public research university in Bellville, a suburb of the City of Cape Town, South Africa. The university was established in 1960 by the South African government as a university for Coloured people only.

Is UWC still open for 2021 applications?

Applicants can check the status of their application by clicking here and going to ‘Application Status’. Applications close on 30 September 2021, all required documents must be submitted by this date as well.

Does UWC have a uniform?

Clothing: all students wear a UWCSEA turquoise polo shirt, with grey culottes for the girls, and shorts for both girls and boys. A UWCSEA cardigan is also available. Shoes: should be black and may have white designs and fully enclose the feet but not cover the ankles. Socks should be white, grey or black.

What kind of students get into UWC?

Intellectual curiosity and motivation: You have a genuine urge to learn about the world around you. You can grasp a range of local and global issues, and have the ability to analyse them critically. Active commitment: You can question, confront and reflect on the values of yourself, your family and your community.

Is UWC a for profit school?

As a non-profit educational institution, the College relies upon the generosity of supportive individuals, alumni, corporations, foundations, together with select governments and supporters of the UWC movement, to help make its extraordinary education available.