American School of Milan Unlocking Potential: The IB Program at ASM

Empowering Global Leaders:
The American School of Milan's Approach to International Education and Holistic Development

ASM’s curriculum for grade 9 and 10 students is designed to prepare them for the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma program. We have incorporated best practices from research and faculty experience and focus on both intellectual and holistic development. In grades 9 and 10, students participate in community service projects.

The American School of Milan is an IB World School that offers a unique academic program for students aged 16 to 19 years old. The International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme is a challenging two-year curriculum that prepar students for university. This program encourages personal growth, provides a widely recognized qualification, and teaches valuable life skills.

Passing Rate for Class of 2024

WORLD 80% ASM 100%

The Diploma Program prepares students for university and encourages them to

Ask Challenging Questions

Learn How To Learn

Develop a Strong Sense of their Own Identity & Culture

Develop Understanding Between People of Different Cultures

The International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma program features six academic areas surrounding the three core requirements

The Extended Essay

Theory of Knowledge

Creativity, Action, Service

All three parts of the core—the extended essay, theory of knowledge and creativity, action, and service—are compulsory and central to the Diploma Program’s philosophy.

In addition, students study six subjects selected from the subject groups, which include native language, second language, experimental sciences, the arts, mathematics and computer science, individuals, and society. Normally, three subjects are studied at a higher level (courses representing 240 teaching hours), and the remaining three subjects are studied at a standard level (courses representing 150 teaching hours).

Over the course of the two-year program, students:

Study six subjects chosen from the six subject groups
Complete an extended essay
Follow a theory of knowledge course (TOK)
Participate in extracurricular activities comprising creativity, action, and service (CAS).

What is the IB Diploma Program IB DP General Regulations May 2025 Exam Schedule IBO Assessment Principles ASM Assessment Policy Guide ASM Language Policy and Procedures ASM Academic Honesty Policy IBO Academic Integrity Guide