Currently I'm an Army Brat studying IB subjects overseas and I'll be applying to U.S. schools later this year. With all the IB coursework I'm completing, I'd really prefer a university that recognizes my hard work. Can anyone suggest universities that are generous when it comes to accepting IB credits?
Certainly, I'd be happy to help point you in the direction of U.S. universities that are known to accept a significant amount of IB credits.
The Florida public university system, including schools like the University of Florida and Florida State University, generally recognize a considerable amount of IB coursework. They award credit for both HL and SL exams with scores of 4 or greater.
The University of Southern California (USC) is another school known for its IB credit policies. They provide 20 units for the full IB diploma (score of 30 or more) and 6-8 additional units for each HL exam with a score of 5 or more.
Moreover, the University of Utah offers 30 general credits to students who have completed the full IB Diploma with a score of 24 or more.
Drexel University awards up to 24 quarter credits for each HL exam with a score of 5 or more.
Finally, at the George Washington University, students who have completed the full IB Diploma with a score of 30 or more receive 24 general credits.
Remember that each school may sometimes specify which credits they accept for specific courses, depending on the subject and the score achieved on the exam, so it's important to cross-check with each school's specific policies. Good luck with your search!
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