International baccalaureate program
The International Baccalaureate Diploma Program is a comprehensive and rigorous two-year curriculum, focused on the development of high quality, academically prepared global citizens. The general objectives of the IB program are to provide students with a balanced education, to facilitate geographical and cultural mobility, and to promote international understanding through shared academic experiences. The IB Diploma has become a symbol of academic integrity and intellectual promise. The student who satisfies its demands demonstrates a strong commitment to learning, both in terms of the mastery of subject content and in the development of the skills and discipline necessary for success in a competitive world. Classen School of Advanced Studies is the only school in Oklahoma to feature the full implementation of this prestigious program.
- The IB Diploma Program is a 2-year-program in which students study 6 subject areas-three at higher level (HL) and three at standard level (SL).
- The Program also has three core requirements: Extended Essay, Theory of Knowledge, and Creativity, Action and Service (CAS).
- the IB Program is designed around a learner profile consisting of ten ideas. See the menu below to view the IB Learner Profile.
- The IB has its own grading system with internal and external assessments for each subject. Scores for each subject range from 1 to 7 with seven being the highest mark.
- The Diploma is awarded to students who earn at least 24 points. The maximum number of points a student can be awarded is 45.
Diploma candidates are required to select one subject from
each of the six subject groups. At least three and not more than four are taken
at higher level (HL), the others at subsidiary or standard level (SL). HL
courses represent 240 teaching hours, SL courses cover 150 hours. By arranging
work in this fashion, students are able to explore some subjects in depth and
some more broadly over the two year period; this is a deliberate compromise
between the early specialization preferred in some national systems and the
breadth found in others.
Each examined subject is graded on a scale of 1 (minimum) to 7 (maximum). The award of the diploma requires students to meet defined standards and conditions including a minimum total of 24 points and the satisfactory completion of the extended essay, Theory of Knowledge course and CAS (Creativity, Action, Service) activities. The maximum score of 45 points includes three bonus points for an exceptional essay and work in TOK.
All students are encouraged to engage in the full program. Those who fail to earn the diploma but pass some exams will be awarded certificates for the exams they pass. The May examination session serves the majority of candidates with a smaller November session available primarily for schools in the southern hemisphere. Each year between 70-75% of the students who attempt the diploma earn it.
Each examined subject is graded on a scale of 1 (minimum) to 7 (maximum). The award of the diploma requires students to meet defined standards and conditions including a minimum total of 24 points and the satisfactory completion of the extended essay, Theory of Knowledge course and CAS (Creativity, Action, Service) activities. The maximum score of 45 points includes three bonus points for an exceptional essay and work in TOK.
All students are encouraged to engage in the full program. Those who fail to earn the diploma but pass some exams will be awarded certificates for the exams they pass. The May examination session serves the majority of candidates with a smaller November session available primarily for schools in the southern hemisphere. Each year between 70-75% of the students who attempt the diploma earn it.
IB Courses
Below is a list that shows IB classes that are offered. Not all classes will be offered every year. Course offerings are based on enrollment.
Language and literature
Language A: literature SL/HL
Language A: language and literature SL/HL
Language acquisition
Language B SL/HL
Individuals and societies
History SL/HL
Philosophy SL/HL
Psychology SL/HL
Sciences
Biology SL/HL
Chemistry SL/HL
Mathematics
Further mathematics HL
Mathematical studies SL
Mathematics SL/HL
Arts
Dance SL/HL
Film SL/HL
Music SL/HL
Theatre SL/HL
Visual arts SL/HL
Language and literature
Language A: literature SL/HL
Language A: language and literature SL/HL
Language acquisition
Language B SL/HL
Individuals and societies
History SL/HL
Philosophy SL/HL
Psychology SL/HL
Sciences
Biology SL/HL
Chemistry SL/HL
Mathematics
Further mathematics HL
Mathematical studies SL
Mathematics SL/HL
Arts
Dance SL/HL
Film SL/HL
Music SL/HL
Theatre SL/HL
Visual arts SL/HL
The results are in.....
IBO has conducted a Graduate Destination Survey in the US and other major countries. Some of the more important findings include:
IBO has conducted a Graduate Destination Survey in the US and other major countries. Some of the more important findings include:
- The average acceptance rate of DP students into university/college is 22 percentage points higher than the average acceptance rate of the total population.
- The average SAT score of Diploma Programme candidates who responded to the survey is 1953, and the average for Certificate candidates is 1794. The national average SAT score is 1500.
- 97% of respondents feel very well or well prepared for future studies.
- Approximately 70% of all respondents would either actively encourage or encourage others to undertake the IB Diploma Programme.
- 65% of DP students plan to study abroad during university years, and 51% intend to pursue a career in another country.
For more information feel free to visit:
http://www.ibo.org/recognition/dpdestinationssurvey
http://www.ibo.org/recognition/dpdestinationssurvey