United World Colleges (UWC) Application for Afghans

Opportunity category: Scholarships ,    Education mode: In-person,    Application deadline: 2024-10-31   

Details

The UWC National Committee of Afghanistan invites applications from Afghan citizens within Afghanistan and those living abroad as refugees to apply for the UWC 2025 intake. The program offers scholarships for students aged 14-18 (born between August 1, 2006, and August 15, 2010) to attend one of UWC's global schools. The entire application process will be conducted online, and all shortlisted candidates must handle their travel documentation independently. The UWC program focuses on intellectual curiosity, social competence, resilience, and commitment to global citizenship. It provides an opportunity for students to engage in a rigorous academic program, such as the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma, while promoting values such as personal responsibility and respect for diversity.

Key Details:

• Eligibility: Afghan nationals or Afghan refugees born between August 1, 2006, and August 15, 2010.
• Required Documents: Valid Tazkira (Afghan ID) and passport.
• Language: The application and selection process are conducted in English.
• Parental Consent: Mandatory for application.
• Selection Criteria: Based on intellectual curiosity, social competence, resilience, personal integrity, and academic potential.

Additional Information:

Queries can be emailed to the UWC National Committee at chair.gh@af.uwc.org or selections@af.uwc.org. For more information and to apply, visit the UWC National Committee of Afghanistan's application portal: https://apply.uwc.org/prog/uwc_application_for_afghans_2025_entry

Source

Scholarship for secondary education