The International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme (DP) is a demanding course of study that leads to culminating exams for highly motivated high school students.
A minimum score of 4 is required to receive credit. The following list contains the specific departmental credits available at Boise State for acceptable IB exam scores. Credit for IB exams not listed will be granted on the recommendations of the chair of the department offering the course.
How to Receive Credit for an IB Exam
- Review the provided table to see the minimum score required and equivalent Boise State course.
- Send your IB transcript to Boise State through the IBO website or by contacting your high school IB coordinator.
- You will receive an email when your exam score is processed. Test credit will be posted to your record after the 10th day of your first semester at Boise State.
IB Contact Information
Email: ibid@ibo.org
Phone: (301) 202-3000
Visit the International Baccalaureate (IB) website
Grade on Transcript
Credit for IB exams will be recorded on your Boise State transcript with a grade of Pass (P). If your score is too low, no entry is made on your transcript.
Limitations on IB Exams
IB exams cannot be used to repeat a class previously graded. You may earn up to one-third (1/3) of your total credits required for graduation through credit for prior learning.
Questions?
Contact the transfer credit evaluators at degreeprogress@boisestate.edu, (208) 426-4249, or (800) 824-7017.