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Kuwait, Kuwait City
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Speech & Debate Club and Academic Games challenge students to think critically and articulate ideas clearly. They provide opportunities to apply classroom knowledge to real-world topics. UAS participates with Kuwait American Schools Activities Conference (KASAC) for athletics, academics, and arts.
Arts and Crafts is offered as part of extracurricular activities. The Arts and Crafts program supports creative expression through hands-on projects. It is part of a set of activities designed to develop creative and critical thinking along with other clubs.
Model United Nations (MUN) is an extracurricular activity. MUN provides opportunities to engage with international issues and develop cross-cultural understanding. Participants build research, public speaking, and diplomatic skills.
Green Ambassadors Club is an extracurricular activity. The club focuses on environmental initiatives and sustainability projects led by students. Participation promotes collaboration and social interaction within the school community.
UAS offers physical activities including swimming, basketball, volleyball, running club, badminton, track and field, and soccer (football). Participation in these activities supports physical conditioning as well as alertness and positive emotional health. A healthy body supports a healthy mind.
Universal American School in Hawally, Kuwait City, is a private nonprofit, co-educational, college-preparatory day school serving KG through Grade 12. The campus hosts over 1,800 students from 45 nations and is a UNESCO Associated School. UAS follows an American curriculum with Advanced Placement courses; elementary instruction aligns with the Common Core Standards and Next Generation Science Standards, while Arabic Language Arts, Kuwait Social Studies, and Islamic Religion are offered for Muslim students. High school delivers a college-preparatory program with 90-minute blocks, four academic courses per semester, and all core instruction in English. AP courses carry a 10% weight, and in 2024, 30% of AP exam-takers earned 3 or higher. Facilities include eight floors of classrooms, libraries totaling over 25,000 volumes, science labs, art rooms, a 400-seat auditorium, pools, gyms, and a health clinic. Extracurriculars include Speech & Debate, Model United Nations, Arts and Crafts, Green Ambassadors, and competitive swimming program.
