What if you could choose which UWC college you wanted to attend? The Global Selection Programme (GSP) gives you that choice. You can apply directly to UWC International, list the colleges you are interested in, and include UWC Mahindra among your preferences. Here's what you need to know about applying through GSP and what happens if you are nominated to MUWCI.
What is the Global Selection Programme?
UWC International runs the Global Selection Programme, which oversees the global network of UWC schools. It lets international applicants choose which UWC college they want to apply to. It is open to students aged 15 to 18 and is available at 16 of the 18 UWC schools and colleges worldwide. Unlike some national committee routes, students can name their preferred colleges instead of waiting to be assigned to one. The programme is meant for families who can pay the full cost of attendance, as scholarships and financial aid are not available. Students apply through this route to UWC robert bosch College or UWC South East Asia. All UWC colleges offer the IB Diploma Programme (IBDP), but only Pearson College UWC and UWC Maastricht offer the IB Career-related Programme (IBCP) .
How the GSP application works
Step 1: Read about the participating UWC colleges
Look at the colleges that accept GSP applications. Read about their academic programmes, campus life, activities, and communities. If UWC Mahindra is your first choice, visit the UWC Mahindra website to learn about its academic programme, residential campus, student activities, and community life. UWC International also recommends visiting college websites and contacting them directly if you have questions about their programmes or campus life.
Step 2: Submit your application
Fill in your application on the UWC International GSP portal and upload the documents it asks for. Use your own words to describe your experiences, interests and reasons for applying. Your answers should give the selection team a sense of who you are beyond your academic record.
Step 3: Your application is reviewed
Once you submit your application, the UWC International Office reviews it to decide whether you can proceed to the online selection stage. A volunteer selection committee reviews applications, so waiting times may vary depending on application numbers and reviewer availability. You can also track your application through the online portal. You and your parents or guardians may be invited for a conversation with an admissions officer.
Step 4: Take part in the online selection day
Selection day is held on Zoom, in English, and takes place over one day. You will participate in group activities, a project presentation, an interview, and an emotional wellbeing questionnaire. You don’t need to be a native English speaker, but you should be comfortable communicating in English.
The team wants to see how you handle different situations, work with other students, and deal with challenges. They also look at how you connect with the UWC mission and whether you are ready for the IBDP. Make sure you have a stable internet connection and a device with a working camera.
Step 5: Wait for your college nomination
Successful applicants may receive a nomination to one of their preferred UWC colleges, depending on available places and the selection outcome. The college you are nominated to may invite you for another interview with its Admissions Director or a faculty member.
After you are nominated to UWC Mahindra
A nomination is not yet a final offer of admission. Once you are officially nominated to UWC Mahindra through GSP, the UWC International Office sends your full application file to the college administration.
MUWCI's admissions team then reviews your application. Once everything is in order, the college sends you an official offer letter explaining what to do next.
Things to know before you apply through GSP
1. You need to pay the full cost of attendance
Scholarships and financial aid are not available through GSP. Your family must cover the full cost of the programme. If you need financial assistance, apply through a UWC National Committee or the International application pathway ( IAP ) instead.
2. You can choose your colleges, but places are limited
Pick the colleges you like, including UWC Mahindra. GSP applications are considered on a first-come, first-served basis, and further application windows open only if places remain available. Check the timeline and availability before you submit.
3. You can send only one UWC application each academic year
If you apply through GSP, you cannot also apply through a UWC National Committee in the same academic year.
Is GSP the right route for you?
GSP could be your route if:
Your family can pay the full cost of attendance
UWC Mahindra is where you want to be
You’re ready to apply directly
Need financial help? GSP won’t cover it, so look at your UWC National Committee or the IAP instead. Before applying, read the latest GSP Entry 2027 Handbook and check the application deadlines, fees, and availability of your preferred colleges.
The Global Selection Programme is a direct application route run by UWC International. It allows students aged 15 to 18 to choose their preferred participating UWC colleges instead of applying through a National Committee.
Yes. UWC Mahindra accepts applications through the Global Selection Programme. Applicants can include MUWCI among their preferred colleges when submitting their application through the UWC International portal
Students aged 15 to 18 can apply through GSP. Applicants should also be prepared to cover the full cost of attendance, as scholarships and financial aid are not available through this route.
No. GSP does not provide scholarships or financial assistance. Families must pay the full cost of attendance. Students who need financial support can explore the National Committee or International Application Pathway (IAP