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Top 10 reasons why the IB Programme is ideal preparation for university

1. IB Programme students are 21% more likely to be admitted into 10 of the most prestigious universities, including Harvard, Princeton, Yale and Stanford.
2. Colleges value students with meaningful experiences beyond the classroom. Creativity, action, service encourages learning through direct experience.
3. It's a qualification recognized by universities around the world. The IB Programme is internationally benchmarked, allowing graduates to continue their studies anywhere in the world.
4. It creates independent learners and strong writers. The extended essay requires independent research through an in-depth study and a 4,000-word essay.
5. It cultivates an international mindset. An international mindset is a key 21st century learning skill. Second language learning - an IB requirement - has been linked to higher achievement in school and university.
6. It assesses more than examination techniques. IB never teaches to the test - exams are externally assessed with no grade inflation.
7. IB students have proven time management skills. Research has found that IB students develop strong study habits and critical time management skills, key indicators of college readiness.
8. The IB encourages critical thinking. Inquisitiveness and interpretation are among the key cognitive properties of an IB education.
9. Subjects aren't taught in isolation. Theory of knowledge classes encourage students to make connections between subjects and gain the skills they need to be critical thinkers.
10. The IB learner profile offers 10 qualities underpinning the Diploma Programme - from open-minded to risk-taker to balanced, they form a framework for an international education that meets the needs of a changing world.

IB learner profile

The aim of all IB programmes is to develop internationally minded people who, recognizing their common humanity and shared guardianship of the planet, help to create a better and more peaceful world. These 10 attributes are valued by IB World Schools. We believe these attributes can help you become a responsible member of local, national and global communities.

As IB learners we strive to be:

• Inquirers
  We nurture our curiosity, developing skills for inquiry and research. We know how to learn independently and with others. We learn with enthusiasm and sustain our love of learning throughout life.
• Knowledgeable
  We develop and use conceptual understanding, exploring knowledge across a range of disciplines. We engage with issues and ideas that have local and global significance.
• Thinkers
  We use critical and creative thinking skills to analyze and take responsible action on complex problems. We exercise initiative in making reasoned, ethical decisions.
• Communicators
  We express ourselves confidently and creatively in more than one language and in many ways. We collaborate effectively, listening carefully to the perspectives of other individuals and groups.
• Principled
  We act with integrity and honesty, with a strong sense of fairness and justice, and with respect for the dignity and rights of people everywhere. We take responsibility for our actions and their consequences.
• Open-minded
  We critically appreciate our own cultures and personal histories, as well as the values and traditions of others. We seek and evaluate a range of points of view, and we are willing to grow from the experience.
• Caring
  We show empathy, compassion and respect. We have a commitment to service, and we act to make a positive difference in the lives of others and in the world around us.
• Risk-takers
  We approach uncertainty with forethought and determination; we work independently and cooperatively to explore new ideas and innovative strategies. We are resourceful and resilient in the face of challenges and change.
• Balanced
  We understand the importance of balancing different aspects of our lives - intellectual, physical and emotional - to achieve well-being for ourselves and others. We recognize interdependence with other people and with the world in which we live.
• Reflective
  We thoughtfully consider the world and our own ideas and experience. We work to understand our strengths and weaknesses in order to support our learning and personal development.