Washington State is committed to providing opportunities for all students to realize their full academic potential, including providing support for schools and districts to offer rigorous and enriching coursework for their students.

Two cornerstones of this effort are the College Board’s Advanced Placement Program and the International Baccalaureate Diploma. Both focus on offering engaging and challenging coursework aimed at highly-motivated students seeking advanced learning opportunities. Students passing end-of-course or program exams are eligible for college credit or special consideration at universities.