UWC Bermuda follows a thorough and well-rounded selection process to identify motivated and talented young individuals who align with UWC’s values and mission.
Before starting your application, we suggest you:
- Check our eligibility criteria to determine if this is the correct route for you to apply.
- Check the UWC selection criteria to determine if you are a good fit for a UWC experience.
- Attend our Information Session, held usually in October/November of the year before you want to attend UWC. We will share information with both students and parents about the UWC experience, expectations, academic programme and the application process.
You’ll then be ready to start your UWC journey! Please follow us on Facebook and Instagram under @UWCBermuda for updates about our application process and general news.
1. Application stage
The first step in the selection process is submitting an application, usually in December/January. This includes:
- Completing an online application form with personal details, academic background, extracurricular activities, and motivations for applying to UWC.
- Submitting essays or short responses to demonstrate critical thinking and commitment to UWC values.
- Providing references from teachers, mentors, or community leaders.
- Uploading academic transcripts and other required documents.
- Signed permission from the parent or legal guardian.
2. Selection stage
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to participate in a multi-step selection process, usually in January, which typically includes:
- Informal Group Activities: Candidates engage in collaborative problem-solving tasks and discussions to assess teamwork, leadership, and adaptability.
- Individual Interviews: A panel interview where applicants discuss their motivations, aspirations, and alignment with UWC’s values.
3. Nomination stage
After selections, the National Committee nominates the most promising candidates for placement at UWC schools and colleges. Successful applicants will:
- Receive an offer for a UWC placement, which may be fully or partially funded depending on demonstrated need (all applicants will be requested to submit financial information to this effect if financial assistance is being requested). The Bermuda national committee does not receive offers from every UWC college and the colleges from which we receive offers changes annually as does the funding levels we receive. However, we always aim to match students whom we believe are good fits for the UWC experience with the available college offers, any specific need that a student has that is better suited by a specific college, along with our funding resources.
- Have the opportunity to accept or decline the nomination.
- Complete necessary paperwork and preparations for enrollment.
Important dates
- Application Open: Early November 2025
- Application Deadline: JANUARY 3rd, 2026
- Selection Activities: mid/lateJanuary 2026
- Final Decisions Announced: January/February 2026
To start your application https://apply.uwcstaging.co.uk/prog/bermuda/
We look forward to receiving your application and welcoming you to the UWC community!