International Curriculum Grading Scales

International Baccalaureate (IB) Program

The University of Arizona understands the quality and comprehensive nature of an International Baccalaureate program, and in recognition of the efforts students put into such a challenging curriculum, UArizona accepts IB exam scores as a basis for awarding credit towards a degree.

IB credit is considered credit by examination. Therefore, the University of Arizona accepts certain standard-level (SL) and higher-level (HL) International Baccalaureate exams for credit. Learn more by reviewing the IB credit table.

To calculate Grade Point Average (GPA), the University of Arizona uses the below grading scales for IB programs.

Cambridge Education

The University of Arizona requires completion of 11 years of education to be eligible for undergraduate admission. In cases where students complete a Cambridge Education, we would expect to see a minimum of one additional year following GCSE or iGCSE exams.

At the University of Arizona, Cambridge International Examination (CIE) credit is considered credit by examination. Students who complete CIE classes in their high school may take Cambridge International exams prior to coming to the University of Arizona. Credit is determined from the CIE credit table that applies to the date when the exam was taken.

When evaluating Grade Point Average (GPA), the University of Arizona uses the below grading scales for Cambridge coursework. Please note: Predicted A-level grades will not be used in the GPA calculation.