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Diploma Abroad

Your passport to university

Why study the International Baccalaureate (IB)?

The internationally recognized IB Diploma goes beyond textbooks and builds critical skills needed for university.

Where can you study the IB Diploma?

We offer the IB Diploma in our three modern campuses in premier locations.

New York

New York

• Diplomas: IB Diploma, High School Diploma and Advanced Placements (APs)

• Student body: 650

• Average class size: 13

• 45 minutes from New York City

Oxford

Oxford

• Diplomas: IB Diploma and A-Levels

• Student body: 188

• Average class size: 12

• 60 minutes from London

Our graduates

Universities worldwide admit students based on their IB credentials. Our students have been accepted to:

- University of California, Berkeley

- Harvard University

- London School of Economics

- University of Sydney

- University of Toronto

- Pepperdine University

- New York University

- Imperial College London

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International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma FAQ

Here are answers to some of the most common questions about the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma

  • The IB Diploma offers depth as well as breadth in subject areas that exposes students to the kinds of assignments they will have to complete in university. The rigorous, independent study helps students learn the vital study habits they need to succeed in university. Research shows that IB Diploma graduates are more likely to enroll in selective universities, stay enrolled and perform better during university study.

  • The IB Diploma program is holistic and covers six subject groups:

    - Studies in language and literature

    - Language acquisition

    - Individuals and societies

    - Sciences

    - Mathematics

    - The arts


    In addition, students will complete three core components that build upon the learning within the subject groups, helping them become well-rounded and university-ready:

    - Theory of knowledge

    - The extended essay

    - Creativity, activity and service

  • The IB Diploma is internationally benchmarked, allowing graduates to continue their studies anywhere in the world. Colleges and universities from almost 90 countries accept the IB Diploma exam results annually.

  • With the IB Diploma, you’ll learn skills for life, including independence, time-management, critical thinking, risk-taking, confidence, open-mindedness.

  • Universities worldwide recognize the IB Diploma as one of the highest standards in university preparatory education.

  • The IB Diploma is a challenging program. Successful students dedicate themselves to doing their best, organize themselves to complete their assignments and commit to life-long learning. Talk to your local admissions team to discuss your program options.