School Options/Programs

International Baccalaureate (IB)

The International Baccalaureate is an non-profit organization that offers three programs that educate children ages 3-19. These three programs provide schools with an international curriculum intended to be acceptable to universities around the world.
In Utah, the IB program refers to the Diploma Program, which is offered at several high schools along the Wasatch Front. Students participating in the IB Diploma Program can earn a high school diploma as well as the internationally recognized IB Diploma. Students may also be able to earn college credit or advanced standing at universities and colleges throughout the world.

COSTS
Courses are paid for through taxpayer dollars. Additionally, there are fees for each exam. In 2006 the cost for one IB examination was $193; each additional exam was $60. Students typically take two exams in their junior year ($253) and four in their senior year ($371). Financial assistance may be available from individual high school parent organizations.

TEACHERS
IB and Pre-IB classes are taught by regular school instructors. In many cases some of the best and most experienced instructors teach IB level classes. In some cases IB and AP classes are taught together.

WHO IS ELIGIBLE
The IB Diploma Program is currently offered at Bountiful, Clearfield, Hillcrest, Hunter, Provo, Skyline, and West High Schools in Utah for 11th and 12th graders. 9th and 10th grade students can enroll in Pre-IB courses as preparation for the actual two-year IB Program.  Students that do not attend one of these high schools and are interested in the IB program may be able to transfer through the Open Enrollment program. Two charter schools also offer IB curriculum: Channing Hall (K-8) and Providence Hall (K-6).

HOW TO ENROLL
The application process varies slightly among the participating high schools. Most schools require interested 8th grade students to submit an application, as well as a teacher recommendation form. Junior high school counselors should be able to assist students in this process.

For More Info:

• International Baccalaureate Website>>
• Utah State Office of Education>>
  

Participating High Schools:

• West High School>>
  
• Bountiful High School>>
• Clearfield High School>>
• Hillcrest High School>>
• Provo High School>>
• Skyline High School>>

Participating Charter Schools:

• Channing Hall (Draper, UT)>>
• Providence Hall (Herriman, UT)>>