1. What you need to know about IB and the
Diploma Programme

2. Over half a million graduates since 1970
Available in English, French, Spanish with examinations in May and November each year
Diploma students take six subjects plus they write a 4,000 word extended essay, complete a course in theory of knowledge, and complete a number of creativity, action and service projects
The diploma is well recognized by the world’s leading universities
Alternatively, students can opt to take individual certificates in one or more subjects
Many IB schools teach the Diploma Programme along-side national programmes
The DP courses online project allows students to study a variety of Diploma subjects with other students from around the world led by an IB teacher and distance learning online

4. College Admissions
Most IB diploma students are accepted by their first choice college.
Currently have students at Duke, Emerson, Dartmouth, Princeton, in Venice
More likely to achieve academic honors
Graduate earlier and at a much higher rate than other groups of students.

5. Universities across the world accept IB examinations and IB Diplomas for college credit.  
Texas Senate Bill 111 makes it mandatory for all public Texas colleges and universities to grant a
minimum of 24 credit hours for all IB Diploma holders.
Students who do not receive a full IB Diploma are still eligible to receive college credit for individual
IB tests. The credits and scores vary from University to University. Generally, students who score
a 4 or higher are eligible for college credit.
  Texas A&M IB Credit 
University of Texas IB Credit 
Baylor University IB Credit 
Texas Tech IB Credit 
Texas State IB Credit
University of Houston IB Credit
Sam Houston State University IB Credit
College Credit

6. Let’s Talk Money…..
Room, board, fees, books, 15 hours of tuition in fall and spring:
TAMU – $27,060
TAMU Central Texas -$19,961
Texas State - $23,260
Texas Tech – $25,766
UT-Austin - $25,134
University of North Texas - $24,914
24 hours = almost a year of expense saved! Some students also take AP tests to receive even more credit.

7. How Will IB Help You? Develop – Critical thinking skills in TOK
Research skills – EE and IAs
Time management skills
Self-confidence
Community service
Skills necessary to be successful in college environment
MYP participation is NOT a prerequisite

8. Cafeteria Plan
May take IB courses without completing the Diploma Program
May mix IB/AP/DC
Be sure to check with colleges that you are interested in attending.

9. What Are Advanced Placement® Courses?

10. Advanced Placement ®: The Basics
AP® courses are college-level courses offered in high school
Courses reflect what is taught in top introductory college courses
Students take AP Exams at the end of the course, measuring their mastery of college-level work
A score of 3 or higher on an AP Exam can typically earn students college credit and/or placement into advanced courses in college
Presenter can add to this information with the following points:
Advanced Placement® is a program developed and overseen by the College Board, the not-for-profit organization that is responsible for the PSAT/NMSQT®, SAT®, and other programs and services in college readiness and college success that help more than seven million students each year prepare for a successful transition to college.

11. Our AP® Courses Arts: Art History, Studio Art: Drawing Portfolio
English: English Language and Composition, English Literature and Composition
History and Social Sciences: Macroeconomics, Microeconomics, United States Government and Politics, United States History
Mathematics and Computer Science: Calculus AB, Calculus BC, Statistics
Sciences: Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Physics 1: Algebra-based
World languages: French Language and Culture, German Language and Culture, Spanish Language and Culture, Spanish Literature and Culture
Presenter will highlight courses in each content area

12. AP® at Temple High School
Number if students taking an AP exam - 233
Number of exams given last year – 464.
AP Scholars demonstrate superior college-level achievement through AP courses and exams. They receive an award certificate, and this achievement is acknowledged on any AP score report that is sent to colleges the following fall.
Presenter can provide stats (if available) about the growth of the school’s AP program.
AP Scholars information [if needed]:
AP Scholar
AP Scholar with Honor
AP Scholar with Distinction
AP International Diploma
Number of Scholars 15 3 1

13. AP®: The Benefits
Students learn rigorous college-level content and skills
Taking AP is valued in the college admission process
Colleges rank grades in college-preparatory courses and strength of curriculum as the two top factors in the admission decision
AP courses tell college admission officials that students are challenging themselves and preparing for the rigors they'll encounter in their college careers

14. AP IB 15 of independent courses
Open to anyone ready to commit to college level coursework – RIGOR!
Open access to students who may excel in one or two disciplines
Scores based solely on the AP exam
Any student may take an AP exam, IB students can AP exams IB
2 year program of study, includes EE, TOK and CAS requirements
Open to anyone ready to commit to college level coursework – RIGOR!
Students pursue 6 disciplines: all core subjects, the arts –or Psychology, Enviro. Science
Scores based on work done in class + IB exams
Must be enrolled in IB Program to take IB exams

15. AP
Classes move at a rapid pace, similar to college entry level survey courses
Requires significant writing, reading and higher level thinking skills
Writing is specific and fact based
High achievement on exams is recognized by the AP Scholars program IB
Some subjects taught over 2 year period, allows time for in-depth study and research
Requires significant writing, reading and higher level thinking skills
Write to produce sound argument – think outside the box
Successful candidates receive IB Diploma

16. International Baccalaureate Courses at Temple High School –
- English, Spanish, French, Latin, German, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Environmental Systems, Psychology, History, Math Studies, Music, Art, Theater, and Theory of Knowledge/Writing Seminar