International Baccalaureate

International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Program

The International Baccalaureate (IB) Program is a demanding, internationally recognized academic program that meets the needs of highly motivated students and leads to a qualification recognized by leading international universities. Typically, diploma holders are ready to debate real-world issues from an international perspective and become leaders in the local and global communities.

IB Courses are accessible for all students at Northeast High School in a variety of subjects.  Each course offers a rigorous and challenging curriculum that may lead to college credit. These courses are weighted higher than regular, or Honors courses, which are used in the calculation of a student’s Grade Point Average (GPA).

Students begin the process of being considered for an IB course or the full IB Diploma Program through applications in the winter of their sophomore year. Students must have demonstrated academic ability, a deep desire to learn, and consistent attendance to be considered for the IB Diploma Program courses. If selected, both parent and student must sign the IB contract outlining policies and expectations of the courses.