New Mexico International Schools: United World College-USAThe United World College-USA was founded in 1982 in Montezuma, NM through the philanthropy of the late Dr. Armand Hammer and is part of an international movement that now includes eleven two-year pre-university residential program . UWC-USA is one of 12 UWC campuses located on five continents. A two-year residential school, UWC-USA serves students age 16-19 who typically represent more than 70 different countries. They participate in a unique program that combines academic challenge with an experiential, hands-on approach to learning. UWC-USA distinguishes itself through its robust Wilderness Program, the Bartos Institute for Constructive Engagement of Conflict, and its deep relationship with the local community of Las Vegas, N. M. , where students participate in array of service projects. UWC-USA is accredited through the Independent Schools Association of the Southwest (ISAS), the International Baccalaureate Organization, UWC, and the state of New Mexico. United World College-USA Highway 65, 87731, Montezuma, NM, United States Telephone: 1-505-454-4200 Fax: 1-505-454-4274 E-mail: info@uwc-usa. org Website: http: //www.uwcaw. uwc. org/ | ||||||||||||||||||
