Ready for the world.
Grades 9–12
Our high school program prepares students for success at universities worldwide. As an authorized IB World School, our Tamarindo campus offers the rigorous International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme alongside personalized college counseling and real-world learning experiences.
Our approach
How high school works at Journey
At Journey School of Costa Rica Tamarindo, graduates can earn — in combination, depending on their pathway — three internationally and nationally recognized diplomas:
- International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme — IBO Code 062813
- Middle States Association U.S. High School Diploma
- MEP Costa Rican Bachillerato — Ministry of Public Education
The combination opens doors in Costa Rica, the United States, and universities worldwide. See the full diploma breakdown →
Graduation Pathways
Journey School of Costa Rica at Tamarindo offers the following academic pathways and graduation qualifications.
Grade 11
Students may complete the Costa Rican Ministry of Public Education (MEP) requirements for the Bachillerato en Educación Media.
Grade 12
Students may pursue one or more of the following diplomas and may earn them in combination, depending on their academic pathway:
- International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme (DP)
- Middle States Association (MSA) U.S. High School Diploma
- MEP Costa Rican 12th Grade Completion Diploma
See the full breakdown on Academics & Accreditations.
College & Beyond
University Counseling
Personalized guidance for applications to universities in the US, Canada, Europe, and Latin America.
Extended Essays
In-depth research projects that develop academic writing and analytical skills.
CAS Projects
Creativity, Activity, Service projects that demonstrate leadership and commitment.
