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Yale University IB Requirements
Average IB Score
Average IB Score
Yale University's average IB score for admitted students is 42 out of a possible 45. It's important to note that many students admitted do not have IB scores, but those who do have this average. This statistic reflects the high academic standards that Yale maintains for the applicants who submit IB results.
IB Score Range
41-44
Yale University reports an IB score range for undergraduate admissions with a 25th percentile at 41 and a 75th percentile at 44. While being within this range is not a guarantee of admission, scoring near the upper end at 44 is a positive indicator. Applicants who fall closer to the 25th percentile should enhance their applications with stronger grades, compelling essays, and notable extracurricular activities to improve their chances of acceptance.
Recommended IB Subjects
HL
SL
Yale University does not explicitly require or recommend any specific IB subjects for undergraduate admissions. However, based on the college profile, the recommended higher-level (HL) subjects include Math AA, History, Biology, Economics, and English A (Lang & Lit). For standard-level (SL) subjects, recommendations are Chemistry, Psychology, Visual Arts, Spanish B, and Geography. These suggestions are intended to help applicants align their coursework with Yale’s academic expectations.
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