UWC Changshu China No. 88 Kunchenghuxi Road, Changshu, Jiangsu, 215500, China +86 512 5298 2602

info.admissions@uwcchina.org www.uwcchina.org

School type	Co-educational Boarding
Founded	2015
Status	Private
Head of College	Simon Head
Language of Instruction	English
Co-ed Age Range	15-19 years
Number of pupils	620
Two-year fee	¥740,000 (scholarships available)
Authorised IB Programmes	IBDP
Diploma Coordinator	Christopher Hodachok
Associations	IB

Introduction

UWC Changshu China, established in 2015, is the first UWC in the mainland of China for students in grades 10, 11, and 12. As part of the UWC movement, the college welcomes students from around the world who share a commitment to peace and a sustainable future.

Learning at UWC Changshu China

At UWC Changshu China, learning is viewed as an iterative process that involves student engagement, inquiry, reflection, and the intentional application of knowledge to enhance personal growth, community development, and global impact. The college offers a Foundation Programme for grade 10 and the IB Diploma Programme for grades 11 and 12. These programmes emphasize experiential learning, critical thinking, self-management skills, community engagement, physical activities, service to others, and creative pursuits. The recently renovated STEAM Innovation Center provides students with state-of-the-art facilities for design thinking and collaborative efforts.

Outside the Classroom

Experiential learning lies at the heart of our educational approach. Students actively participate in a diverse range of cultural, sporting, and social activities. Our Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS) programme, known as Zhi Xing, encourages students to learn by doing and put their knowledge into action. Through Zhi Xing, students have the opportunity to initiate, engage in, or lead various activities and collaborative projects that align with the UWC mission and values.

Campus and Facilities

Situated on a 24-acre island on the northwest side of Kuncheng Lake, the campus design draws inspiration from traditional southern Chinese waterside villages, creating seamless connections between different areas. The campus incorporates cutting-edge technologies to enhance sustainability, and its modern facilities include a multi-function performing arts space, a wellbeing center, a swimming pool, an athletics track, sporting facilities, residential houses for students and faculty, a dining hall, and a library.

Admission

Applicants for the IB Diploma Programme should apply through their respective UWC national committee or the UWC Global Selection Programme. Foundation Programme applicants can directly contact the college for more information.