Parent Donor Spotlight: It’s a Privilege to Support UWC-USA
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UWC-USA was founded in 1982 as the fifth school in the UWC movement. The campus and grounds were a founding gift from Armand Hammer, in response to a request from then-Prince Charles (now King Charles the Third), who at the time was serving as president of the UWC movement. The campus buildings and grounds were previously a luxury resort hotel constructed by the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe railway, a Baptist college, and a seminary for Catholic priests. They were purchased and renovated by Armand Hammer in 1981.
More than 200 students come from all over the world each year to experience the transformative education we offer at UWC-USA. Because when young people learn to look at the world differently and embrace conflict with curiosity rather than certainty, differences become catalysts for empathy, resilience, and innovative problem solving.
At UWC-USA students take on leadership roles, navigate cultural complexities, and turn ideas into action. Their potential isn’t confined—it’s expanded, ignited, and transformed into a lifetime of purpose.
UWC-USA alumni span the globe providing mentoring opportunities for students and young alumni.
The people, history, and cultures of the American Southwest are fundamental to our learning experience
Approximately 85% of our students receive financial assistance.
Many students count their community service as their most powerful learning experience
Working at UWC-USA is uniquely rewarding. Our bright, idealistic, highly-motivated students work hard to make the most of the opportunity their education affords them.
Innovate for impact beyond the classroom.
Live, work and learn from colleagues and students from 90 countries.
Shape young people who lead with purpose.
Where collaboration and care replace competition.
United World College-USA
P.O. Box 248
Montezuma, NM 87731
