United World Colleges

UWC's 18 schools and colleges on four continents offer a two-year IB Diploma education for students aged 16 to 19. Students apply through the UWC national committee in their country of residence or citizenship, which awards need-based financial support.

Offered by UWC. Scholarship for high school students in Worldwide. Format: In-person. Cost: Stipend. Grades 10–11. Deadline: 2027-01-01.

Fields: Humanities, Leadership

Key facts

Who can apply: High school students in grades 10 to 11. It takes place in person in Worldwide.
Cost: Free to take part, and it pays a stipend or award.
Dates: The deadline is January 1, 2027.

Info checked November 2026.

Questions about United World Colleges

When is the United World Colleges deadline?

The deadline is January 1, 2027.

Is United World Colleges free?

Yes, and it pays participants a stipend or award.

Who can apply to United World Colleges?

High school students in grades 10 to 11. It takes place in person in Worldwide. Age, residency and citizenship rules are on the official page.

Official program page

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