IB vs. Regular ClassesAnswered
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I was wondering how colleges look at IB classes vs. regular classes. Is a B in an IB class equivalent to an A in a regular class? Or how do colleges feel if you have a B, but it's in an IB level class rather than in a regular level class?
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IB classes count the same as AP classes and Honors classes do. Like you said, a B in an IB class is equivalent to an A in a regular class. So if you're calculating your weighted gpa, a B in an IB class would count as a 4.0 instead of a 3.0. Hopes this clears things up.
I would say colleges look at them pretty similarly as in colleges will realize you challenged yourself and took advantage of the opportunity whether you take AP or IB. I think it just comes down to which is a better fit for you and your interests
IB classes are seen as equivalent in rigor to AP classes, so they are looked on more favorably by colleges than honors or standard classes. A B in an IB class is equivalent to an A in a regular class in terms of weighted GPA. It is important to note that a standard class and IB class will both give you a 3.0/4.0 unweighted GPA.
In any case, having IB classes on your transcript will make you more competitive. Taking as many as IBs possible communicates something more indirect than a letter grade - it shows that you are intellectually curious and you are a motivated learner. Hope this helps!
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