Study Abroad With the IB Diploma From Kenya
Updated: 2 days ago
Short answer: Yes. The IB Diploma is accepted for direct entry to bachelor's degrees in the UK, Ireland, Canada, Australia, the USA, Germany and most of Europe. UK universities typically ask for 24 to 38 points, and many US and Canadian universities give credit for strong Higher Level subjects. Your Higher Level subjects decide which courses you can enter.
New to the process? Start with our complete guide: how to study abroad from Kenya in 7 steps (grades, costs in KES, visas and deadlines).
Last reviewed: October 2026 · Reviewed by the MultiWorld International Admissions Team.
Typical IB requirements
Destination | Typical requirement | Guide |
|---|---|---|
UK | About 24 to 38 points, with set Higher Level grades | |
Australia | About 24 to 28 points upwards for many degrees | |
Canada | Direct entry; credit for some HL subjects | |
USA | Direct entry; HL scores of 5 to 7 can earn credit | |
Germany | Diploma with specific subject combinations | |
Ireland | Points converted to the Irish CAO scale |
What if I don't complete the full Diploma?
IB Course certificates alone are usually treated like a high-school leaving certificate without the Diploma, which can mean a foundation year. Talk to us before deciding to drop the full Diploma.
Do I still need IELTS?
Many universities accept IB English A or English B at a good level instead of IELTS, but student visas in some countries still need a test.
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