STUDENT APPLICATION FORM SECTION A to be completed by the applicant (please print clearly) 1. Family Name.. First Names...... 2. Date of Birth: Day Month.... Year... 3. Sex... 4. Nationality.. Country of Birth.... Country of Residence.. 5. First Language..... Other Language(s)....... 6. Home Address........... Telephone..... Fax.... E-mail Address...... 7. Present School... Dates of Attendance.. Address.... 8. Choice of college in order of preference: Scholarship Lester B. Pearson United World College, September 2009 100% United World College of Southern Africa, January 2010 25% Armand Hammer UWC of the American West, September 2009 50% United World College of the Atlantic, Wales, September 2009 - United World College of Costa Rica, September 2009 50% Li Po Chun United World College, Hong Kong, September 2009 50% 9. How did you learn about The United World College?. This application must be returned to: Receptionist, C/O Cable Bahamas (Three Story yellow Building) Robinson Road at Marathon, PO BoxCB 13050, Nassau, The Bahamas FotoFactory, Seventeen Centre, Freeport, Grand Bahama. The application must arrive no later than February 12th, 2009. Only students selected for interviews will be contacted. Interviews will take place on February 21st & 22nd.
SECTION B to be completed by the applicant 1. List the subjects you are studying at school this year, with your most recent grades:.... 2. Have you decided on a degree or career?......... 3. What are your strengths and weaknesses? List at least 2 of each....... 4. Do you have strong musical, athletic or artistic interests?....... 5. Do you have any experience of social service or community work?..... 6. List leadership positions held at school and outside of school..... 7. Describe any other special achievements you would like the Selection Committee to know about.... 8. What are you passionate about?........
SECTION C to be competed by the applicant In the space below, please write a statement explaining why you are interested in attending a United World College. Please describe: 1) what you believe you will contribute to a United World College; 2) What you hope to gain from your experience there; and, 3) How you believe you experience will help you to make the Bahamas a better place. Signature:. Date..
SECTION D to be competed by the applicant In the space below, please write an essay describing a person, issue or event that you feel has shaped your life and explain its significance to you. Signature:. Date..
SECTION E to be completed by the applicant s Parent(s) or Guardian(s) 1. Full name of Father or Guardian... Occupation..... Full name of Mother... Occupation. 2. Address 3. Day-time telephone number(s) and email addresses for parent(s)/guardian(s): Father...... Mother...... 4. Please indicate the state of your son s/daughter s/ward s physical and mental health. You may enclose a medical statement from you doctor if you wish. Please note that the Colleges will accept applicants who have known handicaps over which they have control and which will not deteriorate significantly while they are at a UWC. 5. Is there anything of special note that you would like to bring to the attention of the Selection Committee or the College Head (a separate letter may be enclosed)? 7. Is the applicant currently receiving financial aid? If so, how much and from whom?... 6. I have read the application for scholarship entry to a United World College made by my son/daughter/ward. We have discussed all aspects of the commitment involved and this application has my full approval. I understand that under the terms of the United World Colleges scholarship policy parents may be asked to make a financial contribution to the costs of attendance, and if my son/daughter/ward is accepted, I shall make an agreed contribution to the scholarship costs. Should the application be successful, I hereby undertake for myself and for him/her to observe the rules and regulations of the College made or to be made by the Head and Governors. Signature of Parent/Guardian. Date. Relationship to Applicant TO THE APPLICANT In connection with your application, a confidential statement and transcript will be required from your school. Section F of the application form is for this purpose. Please pass this section to the teacher(s) in your school who will be responsible for its completion. The two parts of the application form (Sections A-E and Section F) may be sent to the address on the front page either together or separately.
SECTION F CONFIDENTIAL REPORT At least one confidential statement is required from the applicant s school, which may be completed by a guidance counselor or teacher. We would be grateful if you would write a brief assessment of the applicant and attach the applicant s transcript. If you are sending this section separately, please mail it to: Receptionist, C/O Cable Bahamas (Three Story yellow Building) Robinson Road at Marathon, PO BoxCB 13050, Nassau, The Bahamas FotoFactory, Seventeen Centre, Freeport, Grand Bahama. It must arrive no later than February 12th, 2009. 1. How long and in what capacity have your known the candidate? 2. Please comment on the candidate s academic ability with reference to initiative, intellectual curiosity, creativity, and potential. 3. Please comment on the candidate s character and ability to work and learn from others. Please rate the applicant on the grid below: Below Average Average Good Excellent Outstanding Works well with others Adaptability Communication Concern for others Creativity Energy Initiative Maturity Motivation Open minded Self-confidence Signature.... Date........ Name.. Position Held.
SECTION F SECOND CONFIDENTIAL REPORT (OPTIONAL) At least one confidential statement is required from the applicant s school, which may be completed by a guidance counselor or teacher. We would be grateful if you would write a brief assessment of the applicant and attach the applicant s transcript. If you are sending this section separately, please mail it to: Receptionist, C/O Cable Bahamas (Three Story yellow Building) Robinson Road at Marathon, PO BoxCB 13050, Nassau, The Bahamas FotoFactory, Seventeen Centre, Freeport, Grand Bahama. It must arrive no later than February 12th, 2009. 1. How long and in what capacity have your known the candidate? 2. Please comment on the candidate s academic ability with reference to initiative, intellectual curiosity, creativity, and potential. 3. Please comment on the candidate s character and ability to work and learn from others. Please rate the applicant on the grid below: Below Average Average Good Excellent Outstanding Works well with others Adaptability Communication Concern for others Creativity Energy Initiative Maturity Motivation Open minded Self-confidence Signature.... Date........ Name.. Position Held.