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Cambridge International Education for California schools
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The gold standard in international education for California students

Offer your students a world-renowned education program, trusted by schools in over 170 countries and backed by the University of Cambridge.

Our flexible, research-based framework (ages 3-19) helps California students develop the knowledge and skills they need to thrive and confidently navigate the 21st century.

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Global recognition,
California relevance

  • Trusted by leading universities: More than 2,500 universities worldwide—including over 1,000 in the U.S. and top schools like Harvard, MIT, Cambridge, and Oxford—recognize Cambridge courses and exams.
  • Meet A-G requirements with 50+ Cambridge Advanced subjects.
  • Earn weighted honors points in UC and CSU systems GPA calculations.
  • Get college credit and recognition at 56+ California institutions.
    • University of California: Up to 12 quarter (8 semester) units for Cambridge International A Levels.
    • California State University: Credit for Cambridge International AS & A Levels.

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"There are tremendous benefits to pursuing the Cambridge curriculum. We know that students who pursue it have been successful around the world.” 

–Jerry Lucido, Professor and Executive Director, USC Center for Enrollment Research, Policy and Practice, University of Southern California 

Customized for schools. Flexible for students.

At effective schools, every student thrives and progresses, no matter their background.

Our flexible curriculum equips teachers to engage students from diverse backgrounds and varying skill levels.

  • High-achieving students are challenged with rigorous college-level coursework
  • Students requiring additional support, including English Language Learners, receive tailored scaffolding to ensure their success.

Whether it's a single course, the full AICE diploma, a magnet program, or open access, Cambridge is committed to supporting your school's unique needs and vision.

College-level excellence in high school

Cambridge Advanced (International AS & A Levels) is the college-level culmination of Cambridge's aligned education program. Cambridge Advanced courses and exams are recognized for their rigor and excellence by higher education globally and in the U.S.

AS Level
1 semester of college
3-4+ credits

A Level
2 semesters of college
6-8+ credits

Cambridge AICE Diploma
1 full year of college-level coursework

The Cambridge Pathway

Our integrated and flexible instructional system, the Cambridge Pathway, aligns rigorous curriculum, pedagogy, and assessment for grades PreK-12.

The Cambridge Pathway is a clear path for educational success from age 3 to 19. This image shows how the Pathway aligns with PreK, Elementary, Middle, and High School.

The stages of the Cambridge Pathway correspond to preschool, elementary, middle school, high school, and high school advanced academics. Each stage builds on the learners' development from the previous one.

Schools often begin with one or two courses and expand over time. Our curriculum can be offered as a standalone program or alongside other academic options.

Trusted globally

As part of Cambridge University Press & Assessment and the University of Cambridge, we offer a globally trusted and flexible framework for education from ages 3 to 19, informed by research, experience, and listening to educators. 

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Questions? Contact Ricky Cherry, School Development Manager in California.