IB@TU
Challenges
& Opportunities
What will you do next? You’ve already made one great decision: You are in the International Baccalaureate Program at your school. It’s a real challenge, and you’re working hard. At The University of Tulsa (TU), we know what you’re doing — studying late at night, working on science labs and literature assignments, TOK and your Extended Essay and expanding your language skills. We know that you’re studying across a wide curriculum, sometimes in areas that are less comfortable for you than others. We know you’re doing more than anyone else. TU acknowledges your dedication by working hard for you and all IB students. We recognize and reward your effort because we know that you’ll be ready for your college career and your future after college. IB is preparing you, and we want to work with you. What’s next? TU. The language of IB is understood by The University of Tulsa.Because we give IB graduates class credits, you might be able to enter TU as a sophomore.
What could that extra year mean? You can have more choices than non-IB students. You can finish college a year early. Or, you can do more in college — take an extra study abroad semester, finish a second major or add a minor. It’s your credit, so you tell us what you want to do with it. TU has world-class professors, outstanding academic programs and state-of-the-art facilities. We recognize the importance of balance during your college years, so there are always fun activities outside the classroom. So, what will you do next? Talk to us. We’re ready to give you the credit you deserve for all your hard work.
TU Applicants
Students pursuing the full IB diploma may receive a waiver of the $50 TU application fee with a written request from your school’s IB coordinator. Actual IB exams, scores and your major area of study determine credit for IB. Every attempt is made to make all IB credits count toward your degree, but not all credits will always do so. Please consult the advising office in your specific area of study to find out how your IB credit will apply. General education electives awarded may or may not count toward your specific degree.
IB Credit Policy
The University of Tulsa recognizes the rigor of the International Baccalaureate curriculum by awarding college credit to students who earn the IB diploma or achieve certain scores in the IB program. Students earning the IB Diploma receive credit on the following scale: 24 25 26 27 28+
10 semester hours 15 semester hours 20 semester hours 25 semester hours 30 semester hours
Students completing IB Higher Level and Standard Level classes but not earning the IB diploma may earn credit for individual courses with scores of five and above. A separate credit sheet lists details. A student may earn a maximum total of 36 semester hours of credit by all forms of examination (IB, AP, or proficiency). NOTE: The undergraduate colleges at The University of Tulsa determine how credit earned by examination will be applied toward the Tulsa Curriculum or the majors in their respective colleges.
About TU
TU is a four-year private university featuring more than 50 areas of undergraduate study through the Kendall College of Arts and Sciences, the College of Engineering and Natural Sciences, the Oxley College of Health Sciences, and the Collins College of Business. TU also has a Graduate School and a College of Law. With an 11:1 student-faculty ratio, TU emphasizes personalized treatment and individual support. The Tulsa Undergraduate Research Challenge (TURC) and the Honors Program engage students in mentored research, intensive scholarship and community service. TU’s emphasis on undergraduate achievement is reflected in the success of its students who earn prestigious scholarships and fellowships. TU students have won more nationally competitive scholarships than all other Oklahoma universities combined including 5 Marshalls, 22 Fulbrights, 12 Trumans, 70 National Science Foundations, 65 Goldwaters and many more.
TU Opportunities
Highly customizable program options include majors, minors, specializations within majors and certificate programs. Combining options for a distinctive personalized education is common at TU.
The Honors program explores the key texts and core ideas that have shaped Western civilization through six chronological courses (ancient to modern) that substitute for TU’s required Block courses. The Tulsa Undergraduate Research Challenge emphasizes advanced study, research and community service. Professional internships place students in real-world work environments where classroom learning is put to practical use. Study abroad opportunities take students to international venues around the world. The International Business and Language program combines a business major and intensive foreign language study in Chinese, French, German, Russian or Spanish equal to that of a language major. Progressive research and study facilities on campus include the Center for Information Security, the Williams Communications Fiber Optic Networking Laboratory, the Genave King Rogers Business Law Center, the Williams Risk Management Center and digital video production labs in Chapman Hall. Third Floor Design is a student-run graphic arts studio that offers the chance
to work in an agency-like program that provides graphic design free of charge to area nonprofit organizations. At TU, hands-on research means just that: Geoscience students have traveled from the Arctic Ocean to the South Pacific learning about deep-sea volcanic activity. The Tallgrass Prairie Reserve is a living lab for studying various ecosystems. TU students have experienced zero gravity while preparing experiments for NASA’s Space Shuttle. TU’s PetroBowl team won the 2019 Society of Petroleum Engineers North American Regional Qualifier in Houston, Texas, defeating 20 teams including UTAustin. Students in cyber security work with the Tulsa Police Department to capture cyber criminals. Mechanical engineering students customized a wheelchair to suit the specific needs of a 6-year-old with cerebral palsy. TU business students manage an investment portfolio of over $4.5 million to generate scholarships for students. Students perform in theatre productions, bands and jazz ensembles. They write for the college newspaper and assist with Nimrod International Journal; they can work for the public radio station located on TU’s campus or practice arts management at Tulsa’s Gilcrease Museum.
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