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International Baccalaureate (IB)

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International Baccalaureate at West High

Offering the Career and Diploma Program as well as several individual courses that lead to college credit.

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Contact the coordinator assigned to your student’s grade.

Carla Zumbado, PhD

Grades 9 & 11
IB/AP Coordinator
Room 318
801-578-8500, ext. 3180
Email Carla Zumbado


Jenny Nicholas, Ed.D.

Grades 10 & 12
AP/IB Coordinator
Room 318
801-578-8500, ext. 3600
Email Jenny Nicholas

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IB at West

West High has been an IB World School since 1984 and was the first school in Utah authorized to offer the IB Diploma Programme. Today, students can participate through the Diploma Programme, the Career-related Programme, or individual IB courses.

Each pathway combines challenging academics with research, reflection, collaboration, service, and preparation for college and future careers. West’s commitment to “IB for All” gives students multiple ways to experience rigorous, internationally minded learning.

42 Years as an IB World School
3 IB Pathways Diploma, Career-related, and individual courses

Student Success

West High IB students pursue challenging academic programs, complete independent research, and prepare for college, careers, and meaningful participation in their communities.

89%

IB Diploma Award Rate
Class of 2026

89%

IB Career-related Certificate Award Rate
Class of 2026

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Read the latest program announcements, student recognitions, deadlines, and information for AP and IB students and families.

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