Our national committees represent UWC in over 150 countries and territories around the world. They select students with potential from all backgrounds, including those who would not otherwise receive a high-quality education.
If you require financial assistance, this is the right route for you. Over 80% of students selected through the UWC national committee system are offered some level of financial assistance, on the basis of each individual’s financial needs.
Applications for Entry 2025 (January 2026 for Waterford Kamhlaba UWC of Southern Africa) are open in some countries, or will be opening soon.
National committees have different application dates so you will need to visit your national committee’s page to learn more about when their next applications open.
UWC National Committees
Chances are that wherever you are in the world there will be a UWC national committee. Our national committees are mostly volunteer-based, built on the generosity and passion of our over 4,000 volunteers. They’re made up of people who believe in UWC’s mission, and want to see as many young people as possible learn about UWC and embark on the chance of a lifetime.