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1. Inquiry. Families are encouraged to learn more about The Global College. Information sessions are offered virtually and in person, providing opportunities to visit the campus and meet the Headmaster, faculty, and the Admissions and Pastoral Team. This step helps determine fit and informs the next steps.
2) Online Application. Candidates submit information and documents covering Personal Information, Academic Profile, Languages and English level. Non-native speakers or those who have not studied in an English-speaking school for at least two complete academic years must provide an English certificate with minimum scores: TOEFL 90 (100 recommended), IELTS 7, Cambridge: C1 Advanced (A/B, or C with strong oral) or C2 Proficiency, or Duolingo English Test 120 (130 recommended). Additional materials include the candidate's interests and experiences outside the classroom, a letter of recommendation, and short answer questions plus a personal video. Completion of the application is not a commitment; the Admissions Committee reviews and decides whether the candidate moves to the next step.
3) Assessment. The Baseline Assessment evaluates core aptitudes including language and mathematics as part of a global benchmarking process and is proctored by the school. The interview is a conversation with faculty to learn about talents, motivations, and future ambitions. The Admissions Committee uses these results along with the application to decide whether to progress to the next stage.
4) Admissions Committee Resolution. The Committee reviews all applications, documents, and interview reports to identify students with potential, considering academics, initiative, and engagement in extracurricular activities. If a positive admissions decision is made, families receive enrollment information to continue their journey at The Global College. If there are no places available after the rounds, candidates may be wait-listed.
5) Deadlines for the 2026-2027 Academic Year. Boarding Students: Round 1 applications are due by November 14, 2025, with decisions communicated before the end of December. Round 2 applications are due by February 20, 2026, with decisions communicated by mid-March; after Round 2, applications are reviewed on a rolling basis if places remain, and candidates may be placed on a waitlist if places are not available. Day Students: The Day program closes for applications on January 31, 2026; admission decisions are issued in February. Exceptional applicants may be considered for early admissions, and extraordinary cases after January 31 are reviewed on a case-by-case basis and subject to availability.
6) Scholarships & Grants. Equal opportunities to access quality education are core values. The Global College offers financial support and scholarships for the best students.
If there are no places available after the admissions rounds, candidates may be placed on a waitlist.
The school offers financial support and scholarships for the best students. For more information contact scholarships@theglobalcollege.com
The Global College is a Madrid-based international IB Diploma Programme school for ages 15 to 18, offering a day and boarding program anchored in IE University. English is the language of instruction. The campus hosts 12 classrooms, discussion rooms, science labs in Biology and Physics & Chemistry, a radio lab, a filming studio, a library, a technology and design hub, Entrepreneurs Live Hub, coworking space, and 1000m² outdoor area to support practical, interdisciplinary learning. The IB Diploma Programme requires six subjects across Groups 1-6, with current English Language A, Spanish Language A and French Language A options and related SL/HL courses; the Diploma Core includes EE, TOK, and CAS. Boarding facilities are nearby in El Viso, with single or double rooms, common areas, garden, wifi, housekeeping, and catering. Extra-curriculars include 30+ clubs, social service trips, and a Winter Campus trip to Val Thorens with an Entrepreneurship Challenge.
