Davis UWC Scholars at Wellesley College
United World Colleges (UWC) make education a force to unite people, nations and cultures for peace and a sustainable future
UWC is an educational movement that brings together students of diverse nationalities, ethnicities, and religious backgrounds to foster intercultural understanding and promote a more peaceful, sustainable future. Since 2000, the Davis UWC Scholars Program has provided scholarships to a select group of American colleges and universities, supporting UWC graduates as they enroll in these institutions. The program offers annual grants for need-based scholarships, enabling UWC graduates to study for up to four years at partner schools. By the 2024 academic year, the program supports 4,209 scholars across 100 American colleges and universities, representing graduates from all 18 UWC schools and 164 home countries. For more information about UWC, its mission, and values, please visit the Davis UWC Scholars Program website.
Wellesley College became a founding partner of the Davis-United World College Scholars program in 2000, facilitating the attendance of over 300 UWC scholars by 2024. Wellesley shares many of the same values of the UWC program: discipline, critical thinking, and recognition and celebration of the importance of diversity—of perspectives, life experiences, socioeconomic backgrounds, and cultural, religious, and national heritage. The two institutions also share the values of leadership, service, and contributing to society.
UWC Coordinator:
Each academic year, the Slater International Center appoints a student as the UWC Coordinator. This role offers a unique chance to work with the Slater Center's team to enrich UWC student life through engaging events and programs that promote global connections. The coordinator is essential for the UWC community by planning key events such as the UWC fall reception, senior reception, UWC luncheon, and monthly gatherings. Collaborating with student groups, administrative offices, and faculty, the coordinator ensures these events are meaningful and run smoothly—making it an ideal opportunity for students passionate about global engagement and community building to enhance the UWC experience and contribute to a vibrant international community.