Three ways to apply
UWC selection operates through a network of National Committees in over 150 countries. The majority of students are selected through this process, which is managed locally by each country’s National Committee. This route allows applicants to compete within their own national context, and the selection process usually includes written applications, interviews, and other assessments specific to each country. Each National Committee sets its own criteria and selection process, based on UWC’s core values and educational model. Applicants should visit the UWC International website or contact their National Committee for information about the application process.
The Global Selection Program (GSP) is an alternative application route, open to students of any nationality. It allows applicants to apply directly to UWC schools, including UWC Red Cross Nordic, without going through the National Committee process. The GSP has a centralized selection process through UWC International and offers places on a first-come, first-served basis. The GSP is ideal for students who are ready to commit to a UWC education and do not require any financial assistance. UWC Red Cross Nordic has only a few places allocated through this pathway each year.
The UWC Vestland Scholarship provides a unique opportunity for students from Vestland County (Vestland Fylkeskommune) in Norway to attend UWC Red Cross Nordic, through scholarship support by Vestland County. Eligibility criteria include being 16 or 17 years old at the time of application, enrolled in Norwegian VG1 or the final year of the IB Middle Years Programme, registered residents of Vestland County, and eligible for Lånekassen support. The application process involves submitting a written application directly to UWC Red Cross Nordic and an interview.
Selection Criteria
Whichever route a candidate chooses, the application will be assessed against UWC’s core selection criteria.
Costs and scholarships
The cost of attending a UWC college can vary considerably depending on the school. At UWC, most students are chosen by National Committees based on their promise and potential, not their ability to pay fees. If accepted, scholarships are awarded based on individual needs to ensure access to a UWC education. It’s important to note that scholarships and available spots vary annually, and fees differ among UWC colleges.
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Why choose UWC Red Cross Nordic?
A school with purpose.
UWC Red Cross Nordic brings together students from over 80 countries to live and learn in a community built on compassion, responsibility, and action.
Education beyond academics.
Alongside the IB Diploma, students develop leadership, empathy, and critical thinking through service, experiential learning, and local community engagement.
Safe, supportive boarding community.
Located on Norway’s west coast, the campus offers a secure environment with strong student wellbeing, close staff support, and a culture of care and inclusion.
A strong partnership with the Red Cross.
Our unique collaboration embeds humanitarian values into daily life, preparing students to contribute meaningfully to their communities and the world.
Global network, lifelong impact.
Graduates join a worldwide UWC alumni network, opening doors to leading universities, meaningful careers, and lifelong engagement for positive change.