Begun in the junior year, the Extended Essay is the third required component of the Diploma Program. Working with an advisor, Diploma candidates conduct an in-depth study of a topic of their choosing and gain experience in

developing research and communication skills

developing the skills necessary for creative and critical thinking

The Extended Essay is

the result of 40 hours of independent work
4000 words in length
uploaded to the IBO for external assessment
combined with the Theory of Knowledge grade. The combined score of TOK and the Extended Essay can add up to 3 points to a candidates composite score.

Schenectady High School

International Baccalaureate (IB)

COURSES

CONNECTIONS

CREATIVITY, ACTION AND SERVICE (CAS)

THEORY OF KNOWLEDGE (TOK)

EXTENDED ESSAY

QUESTIONS?