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UWC Red Cross Nordic

Norway, Forde

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 16 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 206
Type Co-educational (boarding)
Opened 1995
Bus Service No
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (DP), Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages Danish, English, Norwegian, Spanish, Swedish, French, Mandarin
Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Secondary School, Senior Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

UWC Red Cross Nordic is a boarding school in Flekke, Norway, housing students aged 16 to 18. It delivers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) alongside a bespoke curriculum, within a diverse international community. On campus, five student residences provide on-site housing, while classrooms and laboratories sit beside the seafront, and specialist spaces support music, art and science. The joint Auditorium and Kantine building seats 240 and overlooks the fjord, with a library and dining area nearby. A waterfront multi-purpose centre offers canoeing, kayaking and ball sports; a Silent House supports reflection, and a Baking House enables practical activities. The school emphasizes service and humanitarian work, including Red Cross training, outdoors, and leadership through Project-Based Learning Weeks and Environmental, Humanitarian and Nordic pillars. The IB requirements cover Theory of Knowledge, the Extended Essay, CAS, and Groups 1–6 subjects, with language options in Danish, English, Norwegian, Spanish, and Swedish.

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The Essentials

UWC Red Cross Nordic has 206 pupils, instruction in English.

Location
Hauglandsvegen 304, 6968 Flekke, Norway. The College sits in the fjord region of western Norway.

Stages
Two-year International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. Students are aged 16-19.

Type
Boarding school with a residential life; hosts a diverse international student body.

Pupil Nationality Mix
206 students aged 16-19 from over 85 countries.

Additional learning support
Students come from a wide range of academic and linguistic backgrounds. Learning support is provided in and out of the classroom by two specialist learning support teachers, who are also House Leaders in the Student Village, and two additional teachers.

Country affiliation
Norway. Sponsored by Nordic governments and the Red Cross.
Diving Deeper
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Fees
Application fees

UWC Red Cross Nordic does not publish a college-level application fee. Applications are processed either through national UWC selection committees, the UWC Global Selection Programme (GSP), or directly to the college in cooperation with Vestland Fylkeskommune; any application charges (if applicable) are set by the nominating body (national committee or the GSP), not by the college.

Tuition fees by year group and per term

The college does not publish a public, itemised tuition schedule by year group or by term for full-fee paying students. Many students attend on full or partial scholarships arranged through national committees and partner sponsors; for students admitted under the UWC Vestland Scholarship the core education cost is covered by Lånekassen and Vestland Fylkeskommune, and residential students under that scholarship pay a family contribution (eigenandel) of NOK 48 000 for the 2025–2026 school year.

Billing schedule and payment terms

No public billing schedule, termly installment plan, or standard payment deadlines are published by the college. Invoicing and payment terms for fee-paying students are administered by the college's finance/admissions office and must be obtained directly from the college. Contact details for the admissions/office are provided by the college for billing enquiries.

Boarding fees

Boarding is provided as part of the residential programme. The college does not publish a separate, standard boarding fee schedule for full-fee paying students. For students on the UWC Vestland Scholarship who choose to live on campus, the residential family contribution is NOK 48 000 for the 2025–2026 school year.

Other costs and ancillary fees (uniforms, books, trips, insurance, personal expenses)

The college does not publish a comprehensive public list of mandatory ancillary fees (for example a uniform charge, textbook fees, travel costs, insurance, or optional activity fees). Families should expect to be responsible for personal items, travel to/from the college and any optional extracurricular costs if these are not included in a scholarship package; specific chargeable items are invoiced by the college when applicable.

Refund and withdrawal information

No public, itemised refund or withdrawal policy for tuition, family contributions or other fees is published on the college's public information pages. Refund and withdrawal terms are handled by the college and must be confirmed with the admissions/finance office.

Fee payment options (credit card, bank transfer, etc.)

The college does not publish a public list of accepted payment methods or the standard payment channels for fee-paying families. Accepted payment methods and instructions for remittance are provided by the college's finance office when invoicing.

Summary of findings

- The college's public pages confirm that scholarship-funded places cover education costs for many students and that UWC Vestland Scholarship recipients have a residential family contribution of NOK 48 000 for the 2025–2026 school year.
- The college does not publish a full tuition/boarding fee schedule, application fee, billing timetable, published refund policy, or published list of accepted payment methods for full-fee paying students on its public pages; these details are administered directly by the college and by the nominating bodies.

For specific, itemised fee schedules, billing dates, refund terms and accepted payment methods for a fee-paying place, contact the college's admissions/finance office at admissions@uwcrcn.no or by phone via the college reception.
Academics

UWC Red Cross Nordic teaches IB (DP), Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 16 to 18.

Curriculum
The school offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP). Students take six subjects across Groups 1–6, with three subjects at Higher Level and three at Standard Level. In addition to the six subjects, IB requirements include Theory of Knowledge, the Extended Essay, and Creativity, Activity and Service (CAS). Group 1 Language & Literature includes First Language A Literature (HL/SL) in Danish, English, Norwegian, Spanish, or Swedish, and English HL/SL. Group 2 Language Acquisition includes English B (HL), Norwegian B (SL), Spanish B (HL/SL), French ab initio SL, and Spanish ab initio SL. Group 3–6 provide a wide range of subjects: Group 3 Economics/History/Philosophy/Geography/Global Politics/Psychology/Environmental Systems and Societies SL/HL; Group 4 Chemistry/Physics/Biology/Environmental Systems and Societies SL; Group 5 Mathematics (Analysis & Approaches HL/SL; Mathematics: Applications & Interpretations SL); Group 6 Visual Art/Theatre HL/SL or other subjects from Groups 1–4.

Student Teacher Ratio
Class sizes are small, with typical classes containing fewer than 19 students.

Exam Results
In 2020, IB results averaged 33.66 points across all students, with an average of 5.41 points per subject; 98% of candidates earned the Diploma, with an international average of 31.34. In 2022, the IB average score was 36 points and the Diploma pass rate was 95%.

Higher Education Progression
University Guidance supports university applications. After graduation, students study at universities in the Nordic region, the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and other countries in Europe, Asia and South America. The United States remains a top destination for graduates, with many qualifying for Davis Foundation scholarships.
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Admissions

Admissions
1) The program offers a two-year International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme for students aged 16–19. 2) There are three main ways to apply to be an IBDP boarding student at UWC Red Cross Nordic or other UWCs: through a UWC national committee in the country of residence or citizenship (entry dates vary by country and financial needs-based scholarships are often available through national committees); through the Global Selection Programme (GSP), a limited number of full-fee places with no scholarships; or directly to UWC Red Cross Nordic in cooperation with Vestland Fylkeskommune for youths living in Vestland, Norway. 3) National Committees promote UWC, select prospective students and prepare those selected for their UWC experience; there are National Committees in over 150 countries, and the International Office does not process applications. 4) UWC Red Cross Nordic provides full and partial scholarships to National Committees; 30% of places are allocated to the Nordic region, with the remainder from across the world; scholarships aim to reach students who would not usually access this education; some partner organisations support scholarship places for groups such as orphans or street children. 5) National Committees are encouraged to identify candidates who demonstrate intellectual curiosity, motivation, active commitment, social competence, resilience, personal responsibility and integrity, and motivation for UWC. 6) If applying via GSP or for questions about the process, the Admissions Department can be contacted through the normal channels (without publishing an email here). 7) Vestland direct intake is available to youths living in Vestland; the Vestland Scholarships page provides details on eligibility, selection and living arrangements for this route (including a dedicated intake for English-language study alongside a diverse cohort). 8) Application timing is set by National Committees and varies by country; offers are usually made in September and nominations are typically due by April 1st each year for the standard intake. 9) For further information on how to apply, applicants should consult their National Committee and the UWC Vestland Scholarships page for the Vestland route.

Scholarships
The Nordic sponsorship model provides board, lodging and all educational activities for many UWC Red Cross Nordic students; on a needs basis, travel support and pocket money may also be provided, with co-funding or self-contribution arranged in dialogue with the relevant National Committee. The policy aims to meet the financial needs of a student who comes from a genuinely needy background, and 100 scholarships are offered per year group; 30% of places are allocated to students from the Nordic region, with the remainder drawn from around the world. There is a commitment to diversity, including outreach to underprivileged and conflict-affected regions, and special scholarships through partner organisations (e.g., SOS Children's Villages) to support groups such as orphans or street children. The five core selection criteria are: intellectual curiosity and motivation; active commitment; social competence; resilience, personal responsibility and integrity; and motivation for UWC. In addition to the general process, the Vestland Scholarships provide three places for entry in August 2026; eligibility includes age 16–17 as of August 1, residency in Vestland, and eligibility for Lånekassen support for two academic years; both day and residential places are available, with education funded by Lånekassen and Vestland, and a campus living contribution of NOK 48,000 in 2025–2026 for those choosing on-campus living. The Vestland program is studied in English, alongside a cohort of students from around the world.
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