UWC School and College Student Application Form

Welcome to UWC! Deadline: 26 th February 2015 Student and parent information and conditions of application UWC schools, colleges and programmes deliver a challenging and transformative education experience to a diverse cross section of students, inspiring them to create a more peaceful and sustainable future. UWC has 14 schools and colleges across 5 continents all with distinctive characters but sharing the same mission, ethos and values. Although strong academic achievement is valued highly at UWC, academic achievements are put into perspective with a demanding mix of community engagement, international affairs, physical activities and creative pursuits. Our student intake is deliberately diverse and each of the schools and colleges draws together students from many different nations and backgrounds. Scholarships aim to ensure a broad socioeconomic mix within the student body that adds value to the student experience and the organisation. UWC depends on the dedication and expertise of a network of volunteers to promote UWC and select future students. These are called national committees and they operate in more than 140 countries worldwide. This year the Guyanese National Committee has received one full and two 75% scholarships for which they select students to study the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma. Please make sure you find out as much as possible about UWC before going ahead with your application. It is important that you understand the aims of the organisation and the commitment involved in the programmes that are offered. For more information please go to www.uwc.org and www.uwcguyana.org. To be eligible to apply you must meet the following criteria: Citizens or Permanent Residents of Guyana for no less than 3 years. Currently enrolled in a Guyanese high school or first year of university Age at least 16 on September 1 2015 Your final application must include all the information request in this application form. Postal Applications Your application should be sent to the Guyanese National Committee UWC Guyana c/o SASOD 169 Charlotte Street Georgetown Electronic Applications Your application should be sent by email to uwcguyana@gmail.com The closing date for applications is February 26 th 2015. Page 1 of 11

Selection process: All applications will be reviewed by a selection panel consisting of volunteers selected by the UWC Guyana National Committee. A short-list of applicants will be invited to a selection interview weekend which is likely to be held on the weekend of 14-15 March 2015. The panel will consider only those students they feel would be able to handle the academic rigours of the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. However grades are not the main consideration, as the panel will consider evidence that the applicant will contribute to the UWC community and wider society as an outstanding representative of Guyanese youth, irrespective of financial background. Mission statement: UWC makes education a force to unite people, nations and cultures for peace and a sustainable future: UWC believes that to achieve peace and a sustainable future, the values it promotes are crucial International and intercultural understanding Celebration of difference Personal responsibility and integrity Mutual responsibility and respect Compassion and service Respect for the environment A sense of idealism Personal challenge Action and personal example Financial arrangements: The scholarships available for Guyanese students for 2015-17 entry are: Pearson College (British Columbia, Canada) Armand Hammer College (New Mexico, USA) Changshu College (Jiangsu Province, China) The scholarship for Pearson College is needs-based, covering up to 100% of all expenses including flights, fees, bed and board etc. The scholarships for Armand Hammer and Changshu College are 75% of fees (which include bed and board) not including visas, transport etc. The estimated cost of 25% remaining fees and all other expenses over the 2 years is 28,000 USD for each place. UWC Guyana is currently seeking funds to cover the difference in the hope to be able to offer these places as full scholarships. Please also note an application is made to UWC and not to a particular school or college (although you are welcome to state your preference). Schools reserve the right to make the final decision. References: Please ensure that you provide with the application form Contact details of parent or guardian At least one reference who is a teacher or head-teacher at your school: this must be submitted separately by post One optional additional reference who knows you well Page 2 of 11

Applicant Information (Please type or write clearly in dark ink and ensure you complete all the sections that are applicable to you) Personal information First name(s) Surname: Gender: Date of birth (dd/mm/yyyy): Nationality: Email address: Home Phone: Cell phone: Fax: Contact Details Address: Phone number(s) Email address: Country: School Information: Name of school: Address of school: Telephone/email: Head Teacher: List the subjects that you currently study at school and your most recent grades or predicted grades: Page 3 of 11

What are your favourite activities outside of classes? How do you spend your leisure time? For example, extra-curricular activities, employment, sports, volunteer projects or other hobbies. Please list up to 5 areas of involvement indicating the level and time of involvement and responsibilities. What are your plans after high school? Why are you interested to apply for UWC? Please reflect on UWC s mission and values, what you might contribute to the school/college and what you would hope to gain from the experience. Page 4 of 11

What do you consider your best qualities? 1. 2. 3. What do you consider your best accomplishments? 1. 2. 3. Reflect on an important event in your life. How did it affect you? Applicant s signature I have read and understood the information section at the beginning of this application form. I have discussed all aspects of the commitment involved in applying for entry to a UWC school/college with my parent(s)/guardian(s). Should the application be successful, I hereby undertake to observe the rules, regulations and guidelines of the school/college. I recognise that the school/college has the right to exclude me for violations of such rules, regulations and guidelines. Signature of applicant: Date: Page 5 of 11

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To be completed by the person(s) who has legal duty of care for the student Person 1 Relationship to student: Family name/ Surname/ Last name: First name/ given name(s): Permanent Home Address (if different from student s) Address line 1: Address line 2: City: Province/ Territory: Post code: Country: Home Phone: Cell phone: Fax: Email: Person 2 (if applicable) Relationship to student: Family name/ Surname/ Last name: First name/ given name(s): Permanent Home Address (if different from student s) Address line 1: Address line 2: City: Province/ Territory: Post code: Country: Home Phone: Cell phone: Fax: Email: Page 7 of 11

Teacher Reference Form to be completed by the Principal or teacher of your current school. Applicant name: The above student has applied to attend a UWC school/college. UWC schools, colleges and programmes deliver a challenging and transformative education experience to a diverse cross section of students, inspiring them to create a more peaceful and sustainable future. UWC has 15 schools across 5 continents all with distinctive characters but sharing the same mission, ethos and values. Although strong academic achievement is valued highly at UWC, academic achievements are put into perspective with a demanding mix of community engagement, international affairs, physical activities and creative pursuits. Our student intake is deliberately diverse and each of the schools and colleges draws together students from many different nations and backgrounds. Our bursaries, scholarships and fee structures aim to ensure a broad socio-economic mix within the student body that adds value to the student experience and the organisation. Please go to www.uwc.org and www.uwcguyana.org for further information. Places are offered on a competitive basis. The UWC selection committee would greatly appreciate your comments on the applicant. Your frank assessment of the student would be invaluable. Please comment on the student s performance and participation at school, personality and character and consider the following aspects: Academic motivation and interests Ability to organise self, work and time Interaction with others Maturity and balance Adaptability Initiative Communication and listening skills Ability to deal with stress Other strengths and weaknesses School Principle Name: School Name: Telephone Number: Email: Signature: Date: Page 8 of 11

Please return in a sealed envelope by Thursday 26 th February 2015 to: UWC Guyana c/o SASOD 169 Charlotte Street Georgetown If you have any questions please contact: uwcguyana@gmail.com or call 672-6505 / 691-0471 Many thanks for your help. Page 9 of 11

General Reference Form to be completed by someone who knows you well through your out of school activities or hobbies Applicant name: Thank you for agreeing to write a reference for the above student who has applied to attend a UWC school/college. UWC schools, colleges and programmes deliver a challenging and transformative education experience to a diverse cross section of students, inspiring them to create a more peaceful and sustainable future. UWC has 14 schools and colleges across 5 continents all with distinctive characters but sharing the same mission, ethos and values. Although strong academic achievement is valued highly at UWC, academic achievements are put into perspective with a demanding mix of community engagement, international affairs, physical activities and creative pursuits. Our student intake is deliberately diverse and each of the schools and colleges draws together students from many different nations and backgrounds. Our bursaries, scholarships and fee structures aim to ensure a broad socio-economic mix within the student body that adds value to the student experience and the organisation. Please go to www.uwc.org and www.uwcguyana.org for further information. Places are offered on a competitive basis. The UWC selection committee would greatly appreciate your comments on the applicant. Your frank assessment of the applicant would be invaluable. Please indicate how you know the applicant and comment on his/her strengths and weaknesses, personality and character (giving examples) and consider the following aspects: Ability to organise self, work and time Interaction with others Maturity and balance Adaptability Initiative Communication and listening skills Ability to deal with stress Evaluator Name: Connection to the applicant: Telephone Number: Email: Signature: Date: Page 10 of 11