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Strengths International Understanding, Outdoor Education, Community Service
Clubs Community and Service, Leadership and Professional, Arts and Creative, Sports and Physical
Stages Secondary School
Introduction
UWC-USA (United World College in the USA) is a two-year IB boarding school in Montezuma, New Mexico, that brings together students from around the world to study the International Baccalaureate Diploma and work towards a more peaceful and sustainable future. The school is part of the global UWC movement. Key facilities include The Farm, Dwan Light Sanctuary, Davis International Center, and Edith Lansing Field House. Co-curricular programmes include the Wilderness Program, Learning Expeditions, Community Engagement, and Arts and Culture. The school is committed to Constructive Engagement of Conflict, Diversity Equity Inclusion and Accessibility, Campus Service, and Environmental Stewardship. Students are selected through National Committees worldwide, and scholarships are available.
UWC-USA has 210 pupils, typical class sizes of 14, instruction in English.
Location
UWC-USA is in Montezuma, New Mexico, in the foothills of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. The campus occupies a historic property in a remote and beautiful natural setting.
Stages
The school offers a two-year programme for students in their final two years of secondary education, typically ages 16-19.
Type
UWC-USA is a fully residential boarding school. All students live on campus. It is part of the global United World College movement.
Pupil Nationality Mix
Students are selected from countries around the world through UWC National Committees, creating an exceptionally diverse student body.
Country affiliation
UWC-USA is part of the United World Colleges movement, a global network of 18 schools across four continents, united by a mission of international understanding and peace.
Fees
Scholarships are available. Students are selected through National Committees, many of which provide financial support. Contact the school for tuition details.
Academics
UWC-USA teaches IB (DP) for students aged 16 to 19.
Curriculum
The school offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme over two years. The curriculum is complemented by experiential learning through the Wilderness Program, Learning Expeditions, Community Engagement, and Arts and Culture programmes. The school also offers IB Teacher Education workshops.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Constructive Engagement of Conflict is a distinctive practice at UWC-USA, teaching students to navigate disagreement productively. The IDEA framework supports inclusivity.
Mental Wellbeing
Health and Wellbeing services are available on campus.
Admissions
Admissions
1. Students apply through UWC National Committees in their home countries. 2. Selection is based on merit and potential, not financial ability. 3. Scholarships are available through National Committees. 4. The school seeks students committed to international understanding and service.
Scholarships
Scholarships are available through UWC National Committees. Many students attend with financial support. Selection is merit-based.
FAQs
What is UWC-USA?
United World College in the USA is a two-year IB boarding school in New Mexico that brings together students from around the world for peace, sustainability, and education.
What curriculum does the school follow?
The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, complemented by Wilderness Program, Learning Expeditions, and Community Engagement.
How do students apply?
Students apply through UWC National Committees in their home countries. Selection is based on merit and potential.
Are scholarships available?
Yes, scholarships are available through National Committees. Many students attend with financial support.
What is the Wilderness Program?
An outdoor education programme that uses the New Mexico mountain setting for hiking, adventure, and environmental learning.
How diverse is the student body?
Students are selected from countries worldwide through National Committees, creating one of the most internationally diverse schools.
What is Constructive Engagement of Conflict?
A practice at UWC-USA that teaches students to navigate disagreement productively and build understanding across difference.
Where is UWC-USA located?
In Montezuma, New Mexico, in the foothills of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, in a remote and beautiful natural setting.
What is the UWC movement?
A global network of 18 schools across four continents, united by a mission of international understanding, peace, and sustainability.
What facilities does the campus have?
The Farm, Dwan Light Sanctuary, Davis International Center, and Edith Lansing Field House are key facilities on the campus.
