International Academy

United States, Detroit

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English

Fees Fees not listed

Ages 14 - 18 years

Pupil numbers 1370

Type Co-educational

Opened 1996

Bus Service No

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Academic offering

Curriculum IB (MYP), IB (DP)

Taught languages French, Spanish, German

Typical class size 16

Strengths Academic Enrichment, Languages, Service and Sustainability

Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Community and Service, Arts and Creative

Stages High School

Introduction

International Academy is a public, tuition-free magnet high school in Oakland County, Michigan, and the only all-IB public high school in North America. Serving grades 9 through 12 across three campuses, every student participates in the International Baccalaureate Middle Years and Diploma Programmes. Consistently ranked among the top public high schools in the United States.

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1291 Torpey Rd, Troy, MI 48083, United States

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The Essentials

Location

Oakland County, Michigan, USA. Three campuses: IA-Okma/Central in Bloomfield Hills (1020 E Square Lake Road, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48304), IA-East in Troy, and IA-West in White Lake Township.

Stages

Grades 9-12 (ages 14-18).

Type

Public, tuition-free, co-educational magnet high school.

Pupil Nationality Mix

Students from 10 Oakland County school districts in Michigan. Diverse student body.

Additional learning support

Counseling hub, tutoring programs, and individualized academic support available to all students.

Country affiliation

United States. Authorized IB World School serving 10 Oakland County school districts in consortium.

Religious affiliation

None. Public school.

School day structure

Full day schedule from 7:45 AM to 2:35 PM. Half day schedule from 7:45 AM to 11:00 AM. The school operates on a 190-day school year.

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Fees

Tuition-free public school. No tuition charges for eligible students from participating Oakland County school districts.

Academics

Curriculum

The International Academy is the only all-IB public high school in North America. Grades 9-10 follow the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) with eight subject areas: English, Language B, Humanities, Science, Math, Arts, Physical Education, and Technology, culminating in a Personal Project in grade 10. Grades 11-12 follow the IB Diploma Programme (DP) with six subject groups plus Theory of Knowledge, Extended Essay, and Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS). Sciences include Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Environmental Systems. Arts include Visual Arts with studio work in drawing, painting, printmaking, mixed media, and sculpture.

Student Teacher Ratio

16:1 student-to-teacher ratio.

Exam Results

Consistently ranked

1 high school in Michigan by U.S. News & World Report. Ranked 13 among best public high schools in America. In 2018, 68 students (18% of the senior class) achieved National Merit status.

Higher Education Progression

Ranked

1 in Michigan for college readiness by U.S. News & World Report. The IB Diploma Programme is widely recognized by universities worldwide.

Gifted and Talented

The entire school program is designed for academically motivated students. The IB curriculum provides a rigorous academic challenge across all subjects.

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Admissions

Open to students from 10 participating Oakland County school districts. Students apply for entry starting in grade 9. Each campus (East, Okma, West) has its own registration process.

Scholarships

As a tuition-free public school, no scholarships are necessary. National Merit recognition achieved by 18% of the senior class in 2018.

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FAQs

Is International Academy a public or private school?

International Academy is a public, tuition-free magnet high school serving students from 10 Oakland County school districts in Michigan.

What curriculum does the school follow?

Every student participates in the International Baccalaureate programme. Grades 9-10 follow the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) and grades 11-12 follow the IB Diploma Programme (DP). It is the only all-IB public high school in North America.

How many campuses does International Academy have?

Three campuses: IA-East in Troy, IA-Okma/Central in Bloomfield Hills, and IA-West in White Lake Township, all in Oakland County, Michigan.

What is the student-teacher ratio?

The student-teacher ratio is 16:1.

Is there tuition to attend?

No. International Academy is a tuition-free public school of choice for students from participating Oakland County school districts.

What languages are taught?

French, Spanish, and German are offered as Language B subjects at multiple proficiency levels, including Honors and IB Diploma levels. AB Initio (beginner) courses are available in all three languages.

What grades does the school serve?

Grades 9 through 12. Students enter in grade 9.

How do I apply?

Students from 10 participating Oakland County school districts can apply for entry into grade 9. Each campus has its own registration process and information page.

What are the school hours?

Full day runs from 7:45 AM to 2:35 PM. Half day/AM schedule runs from 7:45 AM to 11:00 AM.

What is the IB Diploma Programme?

The DP is for grades 11-12 and includes six subject groups plus Theory of Knowledge, an Extended Essay, and CAS (Creativity, Activity, Service). All IA students participate in the full Diploma Programme.

How is the school ranked?

Ranked #1 Best Public High School in Michigan and #13 in America by U.S. News & World Report. Named one of America's top public high schools by Newsweek since 2003.

When was the school founded?

International Academy was founded in 1996 as the first all-IB public high school in North America.

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