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Strengths Performing Arts, Visual and Creative Arts, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Community and Service, Leadership and Professional
Stages Sixth Form, Senior Secondary School
Introduction
UWC Adriatic is an international boarding college in the seaside village of Duino, Italy, offering the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme for students aged 16 to 18. The school combines a rigorous, oriented curriculum with a dynamic arts and music culture and a strong emphasis on service and community. Its campus includes multiple residences: Foresteria, Palazzine, Ples, Lucchese, Scholz and Purnama House, with 17 en-suite rooms and two teacher apartments. A Medical Centre provides on-site care with a full nursing team and a college doctor. Laboratories for science education, including facilities inaugurated in 1997 in honour of Rita Levi-Montalcini, support practical work. Arts spaces include the International School of Chamber Music and the International Community Music Academy. English is the working language; Italian is a language and is taught as a second language. The college offers language and study support, university counselling, and co-curricular programs in which students lead and collaborate.
UWC Adriatic has 190 pupils, instruction in English.
Location
UWC Adriatic is located in the seaside village of Duino, Italy, at the crossroads of Germanic, Latin, and Slavic cultures, just north of Trieste. The campus is in Duino Aurisina (TS). The address is Frazione Duino 29, 34011 Duino Aurisina (TS), Italy.
Stages
Ages 16 to 19; International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) curriculum for assessment, over a two-year cycle.
Type
Private international boarding college
Pupil Nationality Mix
184 students; 78 nationalities represented.
Additional learning support
Academic and learning support; language support for English Language Learners; peer study support; university guidance counselling; mental health and wellbeing support.
Country affiliation
Italy
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Academics
UWC Adriatic teaches IB (DP) for students aged 16 to 18.
Curriculum
The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) curriculum is followed. The IBDP was developed in collaboration with the UWC movement to provide a rigorous, internationally-minded curriculum.
Higher Education Progression
A full-time University Counsellor assists students with university applications and life after UWC.
Wellbeing
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Parent Experience
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Facilities
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Extra-Curricular Activities
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Reputation
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Admissions
Admissions
1. UWC Adriatic does not accept direct applications. You must apply through your National Committee. The costs and scholarships section indicates that scholarships are awarded based on individual needs to ensure access to a UWC education. The vast majority of students attend UWC Adriatic thanks to full scholarships that cover all costs, and the value of a scholarship for attending United World College of the Adriatic is €52,000 for the entire two-year diploma study programme.
Scholarships
Full scholarships cover all costs for the two-year IB Diploma Programme. The value of a scholarship for attending UWC Adriatic is currently €52,000 for the entire two-year diploma study programme.
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FAQs
What curriculum does UWC Adriatic offer?
UWC Adriatic offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) as a two-year course. The IB was developed in collaboration with the UWC movement to provide a rigorous, internationally-minded education.
What age range does the school serve?
UWC Adriatic serves students aged 16 to 18. It is a two-year boarding college focused exclusively on the IB Diploma Programme.
How do I apply?
UWC Adriatic does not accept direct applications. You must apply through your country's UWC National Committee. Scholarships are awarded based on individual financial need.
What scholarships are available?
Full scholarships covering all costs for the two-year IB Diploma are available, valued at EUR 52,000. The vast majority of students attend thanks to full or partial scholarship funding.
How diverse is the student body?
UWC Adriatic has 190 students representing 78 nationalities. It was the first UWC in Europe established in a non-English-speaking country.
What is boarding life like?
Students live in residences within the village of Duino, including Foresteria, Palazzine, Ples, Lucchese, Scholz, and Purnama House. Residence Tutors and Assistants foster community and ensure safety.
What languages are taught?
Over 11 languages are offered including Arabic, Bosnian, Croatian, English, French, German, Italian, Serbian, Slovenian, Spanish, and Russian. Italian Ab Initio is available for absolute beginners.
Is there wellbeing support?
Yes. A Wellbeing Team includes the Deputy Head-Pastoral, a College Psychologist, Medical Staff, Residential Staff, and Tutors. A Medical Centre provides on-site healthcare and the school promotes a healthy ecosystem approach.
What meals are provided?
Three meals daily are served in the Mensa (cafeteria) during term time, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Non-pork and vegetarian options are available.
Is there a school uniform?
No. There is no formal uniform, though 1-2 semi-dressy outfits are recommended for special events. Black Tie Optional or National Costume may be specified for major events.
What extracurricular activities are offered?
Activities include music, theatre, visual arts, film, poetry, dance, concerts, and student-led service initiatives. The arts programme emphasises the learning process and collaboration.
Where is the school located?
UWC Adriatic is in the seaside village of Duino, just north of Trieste in northeastern Italy. The area sits at the crossroads of Germanic, Latin, and Slavic cultures.
When was the school founded?
UWC Adriatic was founded in 1982 with support from the Italian government and the Friuli Venezia Giulia Region. The alumni network now numbers over 3,900.
