Family IB Resources

Why IB?

How does the DP Core prepare students for university? Hear from admissions leaders at top universities on why they value the skills and experiences students gain from the DP Core (February 28, 2025): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bCUKQLprL04

The International Baccalaureate aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9wl1Pa05dM0

Recent Studies demonstrating the effectiveness of the B program:

Postsecondary outcomes of International Baccalaureate Programme graduates in the United States, Research summary. June 2024: https://www.ibo.org/globalassets/new-structure/research/pdfs/us-dp-postsecondary-outcomes-summary-eng.pdf

Global mindedness in International Baccalaureate schools, Research Summary May 2021: https://www.ibo.org/globalassets/new-structure/research/pdfs/global-mindedness-summary-en.pdf

What makes universities excited about IB students?

McGill University: What makes universities excited about IB students? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NtHJ9Ei4Czs

Rice University: What makes universities excited about IB students?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jI2Mm1QcnKo

IB's College and Career Readiness: A Perspective from SUNY Chancellor Dr. John B. King Jr.: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OMJRndSXsMU&t=36s

What makes universities excited about IB students? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f9AT9IH74iU

IB Educator Shares | How does the IB embrace inclusivity? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yyOwQ9NyqyY

Sample exam papers:

Examples of actual past examination papers, and a selection of specimen examination papers: https://ibo.org/programmes/diploma-programme/assessment-and-exams/sample-exam-papers/