The Advanced Placement (AP) programs, administered by the College Board, offer high school students the opportunity to engage in college-level courses and exams. These courses are more rigorous than standard high school subjects, enabling students to push themselves academically and excel in their educational pursuits.
One significant advantage of AP courses is the potential to earn college credit. By performing well on AP exams, students may be able to bypass introductory college courses, thereby saving both time and money in their higher education journey.
Furthermore, many colleges and universities recognize the value of AP coursework and consider it during the admissions process. A strong record in AP classes can distinguish applicants and demonstrate their readiness for college-level studies, highlighting their dedication to academic achievement.
AP courses are intentionally designed to be challenging, mirroring the academic rigor of college. Engaging in these courses helps students develop critical thinking, analytical prowess, and a broad knowledge base, preparing them for the complexities of higher education and beyond.
Students must earn a minimum of 24 credit hours during the four years of high school study (Grade 9-12) in order to be eligible for graduation. This includes the completion of course work in math, science, language arts, social studies, Bible, foreign languages, P.E., art, technology, and more.
Total Required Credit Hours For Graduation
English | 4 Credits |
Mathematics | 3 Credits |
Science | 3 Credits |
Bible | 2 Credits |
Social Studies | 3 Credits |
Foreign Languages | 2 Credits |
Computer | 0.5 Credits |
Arts | 0.5 Credits |
Physical Education / Health | 1.5 Credits |
Electives | 4.5 Credits |
Total Credits for Graduation | 24 Credits |
Furthermore, all students at BCCI are mandated to fulfill a minimum of 10 hours of community service per academic year to be eligible for graduation.
The following activities qualify for service credit:
A number of colleges and universities have entrance requirements which are higher than high school graduation demands. Applicants are required to have completed at least 27 high school credits in core subjects areas. These usually include:
Maximum Class Size: Grade 9-12 (25)
CORE CURRICULUM
As one of the growing schools in the Bangkok Metropolitan Region, our curriculum is centered on our students and their developmental needs. We adopted the U.S. curriculum for High School as it involves a multitude of learning experiences that are grounded on a meaningful understanding of student development. These practical experiences are established daily within an integrated process curriculum that follows US curriculum standards for Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Technology, and Physical Education.
SPECIALS
Bangkok-Chicago Christian International School (BCCI) was established in the Samut Prakan area of the Bangkok Metropolitan Region with the vision of serving and enriching the local community in alignment with Christian values.