The International Baccalaureate Organization (IB) recently announced FAITH Colleges as an authorized IB World School for the Diploma Programme in senior high school. This milestone makes FAITH Colleges the first IB World School in the province of Batangas offering the Diploma Program, joining a global network of top-tier schools dedicated to excellence in education.

As an IB World School offering the Diploma Programme, FAITH Colleges now becomes part of a global community of schools committed to developing knowledgeable, caring young people who will be ready to negotiate their futures successfully and make contributions resulting in a more harmonious and peaceful world.

Under the IB Diploma Programme, students will undertake activities that enhance social, cultural, and economic environments locally, nationally, and even internationally.

“Ever since we started the school 25 years ago, it has always been our dream to put world-class education within reach of Batanguenos, who otherwise would need to travel to Manila to avail of this kind of education,” said Mr. Brian Vincent L. Belen, PhD, President of FAITH Colleges. “This is an important step towards realizing that dream.”

In its official communication, Olli-Pekka Heinonen IB Director General said, “We commend your school’s educators, administrators, students and families for their active roles in choosing to offer the Diploma Programme.”

Further, Heinonen wished FAITH Colleges “best wishes as you embark on your journey with the Diploma Programme. We look forward to working closely with you to realize our shared vision of a better and more peaceful world, achieved through intercultural understanding and respect.”

Beginning academic year 2025-2026, incoming Grade 11 students at FAITH Colleges may apply to join the IB Diploma Programme, which aims to develop globally-minded, knowledgeable, and compassionate individuals prepared to make meaningful contributions to society.

Widely regarded as one of the most prestigious academic programmes globally due to its rigorous curriculum and emphasis on holistic education, the IB Diploma Programme is highly valued by universities worldwide for producing well-rounded, independent, and highly prepared graduates.

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