STUDENT APPLICATION FORM - 2018 ENTRY UWC has 17 Schools and Colleges across five continents. These schools, colleges and programs deliver a challenging and transformative educational experience to a diverse cross section of students, inspiring them to create a more peaceful and sustainable future. Although strong academic achievement is valued highly at UWC, academic achievements are put into perspective with a mixture of community contributions, physical activities, international affairs and creative pursuits. While UWC is a wonderful transformational experience it is also a very rigorous program. It will challenge students in all ways - socially, emotionally, physically and academically. We encourage applicants and parents/guardians to find out as much as possible about UWC before going ahead with your application. It is important that you understand the aims of the movement, the commitment involved in the program, including financially and what exactly the offer entails. For more information go to www.uwc.org Belizean UWC Openings for 2018 Each year a national committee will receive from the UWC schools and colleges a limited number of places (which may include a scholarship, bursary/partial scholarship or fee-paying place) for which they select students to study the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma. All 17 UWC schools and colleges provide life-changing experiences and are equally regarded. There are limited partial and fully funded scholarships based on availability from the schools. All scholarships reflect financial aid to offset the cost of tuition and will be awarded based on various criteria including demonstrated financial need. Costs of air travel, visas and personal expenses between school and home countries are the responsibility of the student s family. Full scholarships cover the entire costs of tuition. The scholarship does not cover the cost of travel, pocket money, visas or costs associated with application to further studies. Partial scholarships are awarded only if, upon selection, students demonstrate ability to pay the balance of the fees. Place only are awarded only if, upon selection, students demonstrate ability to pay the indicated tuition and fees.
Successful candidates are nominated to a specific UWC college campus. The schools and colleges generally accept the nominated candidates on the recommendation of the national committee but reserve the right to make the final decision on every candidate. An application is made to the UWC movement and not to a particular college campus. Successful applicants will be asked to rank their preference of college campus. However, the national committee will ultimately determine the campus to which students are nominated based on factors including financial need/ability and availability of spaces. All shortlisted applicants and their families will be asked to fill in a financial assessment form. This form will support the placement of candidates based on financial need and ability to pay after the interviews are complete. All candidates will be notified by email of the outcome of their application. All national committee candidates apply generally to UWC s two year, pre-university International Baccalaureate Diploma program. The selection process for Belize includes your application, essay question, group activity and individual interview. All UWC selection committees look for open-minded applicants who will thrive in an intensive, multicultural environment. They also search for academic potential; a commitment to community service; any grand passion such as music, drama, or sport; and enthusiasm for UWC s mission and ideals. Places in UWC are offered on a competitive basis. The application is carefully reviewed by our selection committee. The student(s) nominated by the UWC Belize Selection Committee are recommendations to the Head of the UWC College. If the Head of the UWC College approves the nominated applicant, a written letter of acceptance will be sent via email. Scholarship opportunities for entry in 2018: UWC Atlantic College South Wales o Place only family contribution of $29,000 GBP per year, plus all additional expenses (airfare, pocket money, visas, clothing, etc.) UWC Pearson College Canada o Fully funded tuition and boarding o Family responsible for all other expenses airfare, pocket money, visas, clothing, etc. UWC USA New Mexico - USA o Partial Scholarship family contribution of $11,162 USD per year, plus all additional expenses (airfare, pocket money, visa, clothing, etc.)
Red Cross Nordic UWC Norway o Fully funded tuition and boarding o Family responsible for all other expenses airfare, pocket money, visas, clothing, etc. UWC Changshu China China o Partial Scholarship family contribution of 84,305 CNY per year, plus all additional expenses (airfare, pocket money, visa, clothing, etc.) Families should take into account that these costs are a true investment, as a UWC education will lead to a myriad of future opportunities, including funding for a four year Bachelor s Degree in the USA, through the Shelby Davis Foundation www.davisuwcscholars.org/partners. About this Application Form Fill out the following application form and submit via email to uwcbelize@gmail.com by 31st December 2017. You must upload a copy of your official high school transcript as an attachment with the completed UWC application form. UWC offers are placed on a competitive basis. This application will be carefully reviewed and those qualifying for Phase II of the process will be informed by email no later than 14 th January 2018. Kindly indicate your choice of interest. UWC Atlantic College South Wales Place only family contribution of $29,000 GBP per year, plus all additional expenses (airfare, pocket money, visas, clothing, etc.)
UWC Pearson College Canada Fully funded tuition and boarding Family responsible for all other expenses airfare, pocket money, visas, clothing, etc. UWC USA New Mexico - USA Partial Scholarship family contribution of $11,162 USD per year, plus all additional expenses (airfare, pocket money, visa, clothing, etc.) Red Cross Nordic UWC Norway Fully funded tuition and boarding Family responsible for all other expenses airfare, pocket money, visas, clothing, etc. UWC Changshu China China Partial Scholarship family contribution of 84,305 CNY per year, plus all additional expenses (airfare, pocket money, visa, clothing, etc.)
Personal Information Name: Date of Birth: Country of Birth: Nationality: Gender: Citizenship(s): Country of Residence: Home Language: Other Language: Home Address: E-mail: Phone Number: In order to help us tailor our reach across Belize please tell us where and how you heard about UWC? School presentation UWC scholar/graduate Family member Friend Teacher Television/Radio Other (specify):
School Information Name of School: Date of Attendance: (e.g. 2014 2018, where 2018 is expected graduation year) Current Form: School Address: Head of School:
Grades Upload a copy of your official high school transcript as an attachment with your completed UWC application forms. In addition to your official transcript, fill in the table below listing subjects you are currently taking and your most recent grades or predicted grades for the semester. It is understood that your average listed for your current form will either reflect a) your midsemester s grades or b) your first and half second term grades. Subject Grade Average If you have ideas for what you would like to study at university or do for a career please give details. If you have a strong creative or artistic interest, please give details.
Extracurricular Information Are you a member of any organization or clubs? Please give details about your activity within said organization. Organization/Club Description List any additional positions of responsibility you have held at school or outside school. Position Description
Parent/Guardian Information and Consent (to be completed by parent(s)/guardian(s)) Parent/Guardian 1 Full name of parent/guardian 1: Occupation: Citizenship(s): E-mail: Telephone: Parent/Guardian 2 Full name of parent/guardian 2: Occupation: Citizenship(s): E-mail: Telephone: I have read this entire application by my son/daughter/ward. We have also discussed all aspects of the commitment involved and the application has my full approval. I understand that if my son/daughter/ward is a final candidate I may be required to complete a Financial Assessment Form and that any nomination offer made by UWC Belize will be provisional and may include a scholarship award. I further understand that, if my son/daughter/ward is offered nomination to a UWC college, the placement at a specific college is fully at the discretion of the national committee, final and not negotiable (offers may be declined). Signature of parent/guardian 1 Signature of parent/guardian 2 Date (dd/mm/yy) Date (dd/mm/yy)