United World College of South East Asia - East Campus is a IB Diploma / Bespoke Curriculum school in Tampines, Singapore. Founded in 2008. Annual tuition ranges from $27,745 to $35,695 USD.
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Key Details
Scholarships Available
UWCSEA offers both full and partial scholarships to students entering the IB Diploma Programme in Grades 11 and 12. Scholarships are awarded through national committees in over 130 countries including Singapore. Applicants should contact the UWC national committee in their home country.
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About
United World College of South East Asia - East Campus is a co-educational international school in Tampines, Singapore, serving students aged 4–18 from Kindergarten through Grade 12. The school follows a bespoke UWCSEA curriculum from K1 to Grade 8, leading to the IB Diploma Programme in Grades 11 and 12, with a strong emphasis on outdoor education, service, and personal development. As part of the global UWC movement, UWCSEA East hosts students from over 100 nationalities and offers boarding for students in Grades 8–12.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
UWCSEA integrates academics with activities, outdoor education, personal and social education, and service into a bespoke K–G8 curriculum leading to the IB Diploma. The school has a strong environmental programme using the Sustainability Compass and UN SDGs. It is part of the global UWC movement with students from over 100 nationalities, and offers exchange programmes and collaborations with other UWC schools. It is the first international school in Singapore to receive the Healthier Dining Programme Accreditation.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Grades 2–5 | SGD 39,102~$ 28,964 |
| Grades 6–8 | SGD 45,501~$ 33,704 |
| K1–Grade 1 | SGD 37,494~$ 27,773 |
| Grades 8–10 | SGD 45,711~$ 33,860 |
| Grades 11–12 | SGD 48,237~$ 35,731 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: SGD 37,494 - 48,237. Application fee: $464.
Admissions Process
- 1Speak to admissions team. 2. Attend an Open Day or Webinar. 3. Submit application (reviewed by admissions team considering academic records, residency status, and alignment with school values). 4. Assessments and Interviews (English language proficiency assessments for Middle School; Virtual Immersion Programme with interviews for High School). 5. Offer Notification. 6. Acceptance and Enrollment by specified deadline.
Admissions Details
UWCSEA East Campus does not operate a traditional waitlist or pool system. The school follows an annual application cycle with applications opening on 1 September. Offers are extended in rounds in December/January and March. Applicants not offered a place may reapply the following year.
Boarding Life
Boarding is available for students in Grades 8–12. Annual boarding fees are S$43,131 plus an Amenities Fund of S$330.
Boarding is available for students in Grades 8–12 at East Campus. Boarding fees for 2024/2025 are S$43,131 plus an Amenities Fund of S$330.
School Day
The school day typically begins at 8:00 AM and concludes at 3:00 PM, with specific timings varying by educational stage. Students have scheduled breaks, including a lunch period.
Student Life
Food services on campus are provided by Smorgasbord, offering healthy meals and snacks on site. Canteen costs are approximately S$4–S$8 per day.
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
UWCSEA East Campus provides a Wellness and Counselling Centre offering confidential individual or group counselling, preventative workshops, information sessions for parents, and collaboration with staff to enhance wellbeing and safeguarding initiatives.
UWCSEA East Campus has comprehensive safeguarding policies covering student wellbeing, bullying prevention, harassment and discrimination, use of physical intervention, and meeting individual physical, psychological, or medical needs. The school's policies focus on preventing and responding to abuse, neglect, violence, and exploitation.
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School Background
Governed by the UWCSEA Board of Governors across both campuses and the UWCSEA Foundation. The Board includes parent-elected, teacher-elected, and Board-elected Governors. UWCSEA operates as a nonprofit charity.
Green Mark Platinum Super Low Energy Campus Certification (2023)Healthier Dining Programme Accreditation (2023)Community in Bloom Platinum (Diamond) Award (2021)BCA Green Mark Platinum AwardTop 10 Lifetime Partner Award (2012)