IB Diploma Programme
The International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme is a challenging and well-rounded two-year educational program for high school students in their junior and senior years.
The DP is ideal for motivated students who are curious, enjoy learning, and are ready for an academic challenge. It supports both college and career goals and is designed to prepare students for college and beyond by encouraging them to think critically, work independently and collaboratively, and make connections between what they learn and the real world.
Why Choose the IB Diploma Programme?
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College Ready: IB students are highly prepared for college-level work. Many universities around the world recognize the IB and may offer college credit for IB courses or exams.
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Well-Rounded Education: Students take courses in six subject areas, including languages, science, math, and the arts, giving them a broad and balanced education.
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Global Perspective: The program encourages students to think about global issues and understand different cultures, making them thoughtful and informed world citizens.
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Life Skills: IB helps students build time management, research, writing, and problem-solving skills—tools they’ll use throughout life.
What Makes the DP Unique?
In addition to regular classes, students complete three core components:
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Extended Essay (EE): A 4,000-word research paper on a topic of their choice.
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Theory of Knowledge (TOK): A course that explores how we know what we know.
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CAS (Creativity, Activity, Service): A series of projects and experiences outside the classroom that help students grow personally and give back to their community.
Additional Benefits
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The IB is demanding, but students receive strong support from teachers and counselors..
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It encourages students to take initiative, challenge themselves, and become independent learners—skills that benefit them in college and beyond.
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IB students often stand out in college admissions for their commitment, work ethic, and global outlook.
Fitch Students' Thoughts About IB
Student 6
The IB Diploma Programme was a great experience that left me a more well-rounded student and person. Its academic rigor prepared me for college and professional life, and its international orientation left me open to new perspectives. Without IB, I would not be the person I am today.
Student 5
It was one of the reasons I received the Nutmeg Scholarship from UConn and it helped me prepare for a very difficult first semester.
Student 4
The IB program is a lot of work, but it was very worthwhile for students who want to pursue college. The workload and types of assignments I completed in the IB program were just as difficult (if not more difficult) than what I faced in college. I felt extremely prepared for both undergraduate and graduate school.
Student 3
IB provided me with incredible opportunities. When I was in college, the format and content of essays expected from me matched the ones I learned to write as an IB student. I attended a university known for its global presence and felt adequately prepared to have in-depth conversations with individuals from other cultures and countries around the world.In fact, a lot of my college classmates participated in the IB program, and it was rewarding to be able to have shared high school experiences with friends from Singapore, South Africa, etc.
Student 2
I tell others I would go through the program many times needed. Due to the program, I am able to succeed in college. This would be due to practicing college throughout the program.