CAAPP Incoming Grade 9

Why earn an AICE diploma and an AP Capstone diploma?

    • Both the AICE diploma and the AP Capstone Diploma can help high school students develop skills for college and careers. They also make students more competitive in the college application process. 
      • AICE diploma 
      • Develops higher-order thinking and problem-solving skills
      • Prepares students for honors degree programs
      • Offers flexibility to choose courses that fit interests and abilities
      • Advanced level courses are equivalent to AP and IB courses
      • Passing AICE exams can lead to advanced standing in college
      • Can earn college credit
    • AP Capstone Diploma 
      • Develops skills like critical thinking, research, collaboration, and communication
      • Helps students become independent thinkers and problem solvers
      • Allows students to study topics they're passionate about
      • Can earn academic awards recognized by colleges worldwide
      • Can stand out in the college application process
      • Many colleges offer credit for qualifying scores

    The AICE diploma is an international diploma developed by Cambridge University in England. The AP Capstone Diploma is an innovative program that encourages students to develop skills for college and career success.

    ARTICLE:
    IB, AP, and AICE: They’re all college-level programs; what are the differences? By Aimee Heller January 18, 2022.

    • The Common App considers both an AICE Diploma and a Capstone Diploma as distinctions that students can indicate on their application, allowing colleges to see that a student has completed a rigorous academic program beyond standard high school courses; the AP Capstone Diploma is specifically noted as a distinction on the application form. 
    • Key points about AICE and Capstone on the Common App:
      • Recognition:
        • Both AICE and AP Capstone diplomas are recognized by the Common App, meaning students can list them in the "Honors and Distinctions" section. 
      • Value to colleges:
        • Colleges view both diplomas as indicators of a student's ability to handle college-level work and research skills. 
      • How to indicate:
        • Students should check the appropriate box on the Common App to signify that they have earned either an AICE or AP Capstone Diploma.