IB Total Points Calculator
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The IB Diploma total is calculated from six subject grades (1–7 each, maximum 42) plus up to 3 bonus points from Theory of Knowledge (TOK) and the Extended Essay (EE). The maximum possible score is 45 points. University offers often specify minimum IB totals — knowing your projected total helps with application planning.
This IB Total Points Calculator sums your six subject grades and core component points to give your total IB Diploma score and a competitiveness band.
How to use this calculator
- Enter each of your six subject grades — predicted or actual, on the 1–7 scale.
- Enter core points — TOK and Extended Essay together can award 0–3 bonus points.
- Click "Calculate total" to see your IB diploma total.
Sum six IB subject grades (1–7) plus Core points (0–3) .
Understanding your results
A total of 38+ points is considered excellent and competitive for top universities worldwide. 32–37 is strong for most good universities. 24 points is the minimum passing score for the IB Diploma. Universities often specify minimum totals and sometimes minimum subject grades (e.g., "36 points with 6,6,6 at HL").
Frequently asked questions
The worldwide average IB Diploma score is approximately 30–31 points. Scores of 35+ are above average and competitive for many top universities. 40+ places you in the top 5–10% of IB students globally.
TOK and the Extended Essay are each graded A–E. The combination of both grades determines your core points (0–3). An A in both = 3 points, A and B = 3 points, B and B = 2 points, etc. If either component receives an E, you fail the diploma regardless of subject scores.
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How to interpret the result
Use the result to compare scenarios and identify questions. Schools, universities, testing bodies and government agencies may use different scales, rounding rules and eligibility criteria. An estimate on this page cannot override an official calculation.
Before you decide
- Read the assumptions shown beside the tool.
- Repeat the calculation with a lower and higher scenario.
- Save the official requirement that applies to your case.
- Ask the responsible institution to confirm any conversion in writing.