International Baccalaureate
Chapel offers the International Baccalaureate Program to academically-talented and highly-motivated eleventh and twelfth grade students who have a minimum GPA of 2.7. Students may participate in the full Diploma program or take individual courses in areas of special interest.
Receipt of the IB diploma facilitates entrance into universities throughout the world. In addition, many colleges and universities in the United States offer advanced standing based on average to above-average achievement in Higher Level courses. IB certificates are awarded for successful completion of examinations in individual courses.
Diplomas are reserved for those who successfully complete the full IB program. Students in IB courses are expected to maintain good grades and to demonstrate high motivation. Students who do not maintain a minimum C- average for the semester may be removed from individual classes or from the entire program. For more information about the IB program and specific course offerings at Chapel, contact the IB coordinator.
Diploma Requirements
The complete IB program involves taking six subjects, three Higher Level (HL) and three at the Standard Level (SL).
Diploma candidates must also complete an interdisciplinary course in the Theory of Knowledge, submit an extended essay for external assessment, and participate in creative, athletic, and social service activities (CAS). All IB examinations are externally assessed and rated from 1 (poor) to 7 (excellent). A score of 4 is satisfactory. Consult with the IB Coordinator if you have any questions regarding IB requirements.
I.B. Course OfferingsGroup 1 - Languages (HL/SL)
English A1
Portuguese A1
Spanish A1
Group 2 - Languages (HL/SL)
English A2/B
Portuguese A2/B
Spanish A2
French B
Group 3 - Individual and Society
20th Century History (SL)
History of the Americas (HL)
Business and Management (SL)
Group 4 - Science (HL/SL)
Biology
Chemistry
Physics
Group 5 - Math
Math (SL)
Math Studies (SL)
Group 6 - Elective
Visual Arts (HL/SL)
World Religions (SL) - satifies Group
Theory of Knowledge