The Universal American School, Kuwait

The Universal American School, Kuwait (UAS) is a private nonprofit co-educational college-preparatory school serving multinational students from Preschool to Grade 12. UAS opened in September 1975 with approximately 300 students to begin a high-quality tradition in academics, athletics, fine arts, and extra-curricular activities. Today there are over 1,800 students from all over the world as we approach our 48th anniversary of excellence in education. UAS is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC) and the Kuwait Ministry of Education. Long-standing membership with highly regarded education partners like CIS, AP College Board, ECIS, NESA, and UNESCO are part of our school’s tradition. There is a particularly selective student admissions procedure based on an interview and required entrance examination at all levels. Approximately 380 staff include highly qualified teachers and many long-term employees. A large percentage of faculty members have advanced degrees in addition to required teaching certification. UAS Mission Universal American School (UAS) is committed and dedicated to providing an excellent educational environment where students learn and understand what it means to be responsible, productive, and ethical citizens. The school strives to create a teaching and learning climate where students acquire the essential and necessary knowledge, understandings, and skills to reason critically, communicate effectively, learn continuously, and think creatively when solving problems and making decisions. The school’s mission is actively pursued within the contexts of an international student body and a caring, supportive, and nurturing professional staff.