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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.
International Academy has 1,370 pupils, typical class sizes of 16, instruction in English.
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.
Fees
Tuition-free public school. No tuition charges for eligible students from participating Oakland County school districts.
Academics
International Academy teaches IB (MYP), IB (DP) for students aged 14 to 18.
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.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Counseling hub available to all students with dedicated support services.
Mental Wellbeing
Counseling hub and tutoring programs support student mental health and academic wellness.
Admissions
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.
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.
