
Shimer College has an IB Average Score of 36 out of a possible 45 for admitted students who submit IB scores. It’s important to note that many students who are admitted do not have IB scores. This average reflects the strong academic performance of IB students within the admissions pool.
Shimer College's IB score range for undergraduate admissions is between a 25th percentile of 32 and a 75th percentile of 39. Applicants who score closer to 39 are viewed more favorably, while those at 32 will need to bolster their applications through stronger grades, compelling essays, notable awards, and robust extracurricular activities. Please note that being within this range does not guarantee admission.
Shimer College does not explicitly require or recommend any specific IB subjects, but based on the profile of the college, we suggest several options. For Higher Level (HL) subjects, the recommendations are English A (Lang & Lit), History, Philosophy, Psychology, and Biology. For Standard Level (SL) subjects, we recommend Math AI, Economics, Global Politics, and Art History.