United World College Students

Please submit your UWC transcript and home institution (pre-UWC) transcript. If admitted, you can receive credit for IB Higher Level classes based on final scores (review our AP/IB credit score requirements for more information).

Our UWC counselor, Molly Noyed, would love to speak with you! Sign up for an interview with her here.

While interviews are only required for test-optional applicants, this is a great opportunity to learn more about the Davis community at Lake Forest, and Molly can answer any questions you may have about the admissions process.

We require a letter of recommendation (in English) from a teacher or a college counselor. While we only require one recommendation, we recommend submitting a letter from both a teacher and a college counselor as it will provide us with a more complete picture of you.

As a UWC Davis Scholar, you are not required to submit testing nor any other proof of English proficiency as you will meet our English requirement of at least two years of schooling in English.

• If you are in English B and/or Molly would like supporting information regarding your English abilities, she may request a Duolingo test on a case-by-case basis.
• If the above applies to you but you have scores you would still like to submit, the below are our acceptable ranges:
  • TOEFL score with a minimum TOEFL score of 83/TOEFL-iBT or 550/TOEFL-pBT (Code 1392)
  • IELTS score with a minimum 6.5 composite
  • SAT examination results (Code 1392)
  • ACT examination results (Code: 1054)
  • GTEC Computer Based: 1200
  • Duolingo English Test (DET) score of a minimum 105

The CSS Profile is required for all non-US citizens who would like to be considered for need based aid.

Starting with the Class of 2025, we are at the $40,000 scholarship range and will meet full need for Davis Scholars. This scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic achievement and financial need. Students are required to submit the CSS Profile. UWC transfer students may also apply for financial aid and scholarships.

Learn more about financial aid for UWC students.

You can contact your admissions counselor, Molly Noyed, for an alternative financial aid application if completing the CSS is a hardship for you.

Yes! Mainly your HL’s. If you take any humanities or language HL’s they can often check off a couple of General Education Requirements at once.

Students who have successfully completed International Baccalaureate courses and taken the higher-level examinations provided by the IB Program may apply for college credit for this work. Grades of 4, 5, 6, or 7 on the examinations entitle students to at least one course credit; grades of 1, 2, and 3 are not granted credit. See the International Baccalaureate Credit Table.

Very much so! In the beginning of the year, there is an introduction ceremony at President Schutt’s house where new and current students get together to talk about their backgrounds and share their experiences within the Lake Forest community. Professors are eager to meet UWC students and provide support wherever it's needed. Staff on campus are also willing to help and your admissions counselor, Molly Noyed, is a great resource for all international processes. Everyone on campus is extremely welcoming and there to help throughout your entire time as a Forester.

Very close! The UWC family is strong and proud at Lake Forest. If new students ever need anything, the UWC community is available to answer questions, provide insight, or just hangout!

Many UWC students are eligible for work-study, which allows students to find jobs on campus. You can learn more about work-study opportunities here.