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.
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.
Boarding Arrangements
All students live on campus in a fully residential community. The Get-Away Families programme connects students with local host families for weekends and holidays.
Food Options
The Farm on campus contributes to food production, connecting students with sustainable agriculture.
Governance and Ownership
UWC-USA is part of the global United World Colleges movement, founded on principles of international understanding, peace, and sustainability.
Scholarships are available. Students are selected through National Committees, many of which provide financial support. Contact the school for tuition details.
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.
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
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.
