UWC comprises schools and colleges in 17 countries and national committees and selection contacts in more than 155. The UWC movement also consists of more than 60,000 alumni and other members in virtually every country in the world. UWC International is governed by the International Board and UWC Council. The executive arm of the International Board is the International Office, based in London. 

The international scope of the UWC movement is truly global.

In the turbulent world of the 21st century, UWC’s aims and objectives are as relevant today as they were in 1962 – perhaps even more so.

UWC was founded in 1962 with UWC Atlantic College in south Wales opening that same year. The aim was to bring together young people from areas of post-war conflict to act as champions of peace through an education based on shared learning, collaboration and understanding.

Today:

• There are 17 UWC schools and colleges
• We are represented in more than 155 countries through our national committees. 
• More than 60,000 students from over 180 countries have studied at UWC schools and colleges and on our short course programmes.

Missions & Values

UWC makes education a force to unite people, nations and cultures for peace and a sustainable future

UWC schools, colleges and programmes deliver a challenging and transformational educational experience to a diverse cross section of students, inspiring them to create a more peaceful and sustainable future.

UWC believes that to achieve peace and a sustainable future, the values it promotes are crucial;

• International and intercultural understanding
• Celebration of difference
• Personal responsibility and integrity
• Mutual responsibility and respect
• Compassion and service
• Respect for the environment
• A sense of idealism
• Personal challenge
• Action and personal example