Atlantic College - United World College of the Atlantic

United World College of the Atlantic (UWC Atlantic), also known as Atlantic College, is one of the world's most prestigious international schools and the founding campus of the United World College movement. Established in 1962 and located in the magnificent St Donat's Castle in Llantwit Major, Vale of Glamorgan, just 25 miles from Cardiff, UWC Atlantic accepts students aged 16 to 19 from over 90 countries, selected primarily on the basis of character, potential, and commitment to international understanding rather than academic achievement alone. The college offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme exclusively and consistently achieves outstanding results, with graduates gaining admission to the world's finest universities. UWC Atlantic's powerful ethos of international peace-building, sustainability, and community action has produced alumni who have gone on to lead governments, NGOs, and global institutions. The stunning castle campus includes residential houses, science facilities, arts studios, a boathouse for its famous sea rescue service, and extensive grounds. Many students receive scholarships through the UWC national committee system, making this truly international education accessible to talented young people from all backgrounds.