1. Earning the IB Diploma

2. Earning the IB Diploma
Participate in and complete internal/external assessments for six IB courses:
3 (or not more than 4) Higher Level (HL) exams
3 (or 2) Standard Level (SL) exams
Complete Theory of Knowledge (TOK)
Submit an original Extended Essay (EE)
Complete a Creativity, Action, Service (CAS) Plan

3. Earning the IB Diploma = 24 Points
4 out of 7 points for each subject is passing (i.e. achieving 50 % correct equates to a 4).
Students must earn 12 points on HL exams to get the diploma.
If you receive an E (elementary) in TOK or on the EE, then it is considered to be a failing condition (i.e. no diploma).
Not enough CAS is also a failing condition (i.e. no diploma).
Earning the IB Diploma = 24 Points

4. EARNING THE IB DIPLOMA 42 Exam Points 3 Core Points 45 Total Points
24 Points to Receive
Diploma

5. Bonus Points Theory of Knowledge A B C D E NS +3 +2 F* +1
Theory of Knowledge A B C D E NS
E x t e n d e d E s s a y +3 +2 F* +1

6. Senate Bill 111
“…an institution of higher education shall grant at least 24 semester credit hours or equivalent course credit in appropriate subject areas to an entering freshman student for successful completion of the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program.” *
*Source: SB 111, 79th Legislative Session, 2005.