Cambridge vs IB program

  • Both programs are equally rigorous academically.
  • Both emphasize the development of higher order thinking, including problem solving and creativity.
  • Both offer well-balanced curriculum, high academic standards, practical real-world applications and international perspectives.

BUT CAMBRIDGE (AT CIE)…

  • emphasizes extremely flexible curriculum that can be tailored to the abilities, interest and plans of the students.
  • Cambridge is widely accepted among US colleges and universities through the international admissions departments.

IN FACT:

  • A University of Florida study conducted by the Director of Admissions found that AICE program graduates attending UF had an average end-of-freshman year GPA of 3.46 while students in other accelerated programs like Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB) had average GPA’s of 3.12 and 3.10 respectively.