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[quote=Anonymous]My DC is in this situation. Overseas in an IB school. Waiting to hear from colleges.

A couple thoughts: the IB is rigorous. DC is doing full IB and is going full throttle. I would not enroll a child in a full IB program in another country unless she or he is a confident student and decent writer.

As far as college admissions, the experience will give your DC something to write about in the essays. It will give your DC something to talk about in interviews. Every interviewer (2 Ivies; 4 LACS) has commented to my DC about the courage DC must have had to do this. Some colleges will emphasize your DC being from the US and others will consider DC's application within the international pool. You won't know for sure until your DC gets contacted for an interview which pool they are primarily being evaluated in. It will be a little of both, but with a stronger emphasis on one or the other.  At least that's my DC's experience.

Not sure this helps your question. But be sure your DC can handle the IB.

Also my DC moved just before start of junior year and appreciated having a change halfway through high school. Totally happy, engaged, thriving. DC keeps in touch with old friends, but is fully immersed in the new school. Enjoy the move! I would go for it. [/quote]

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