The application window for all students will open December 8, 2023.  
All applicants must complete the application via the VCS portal AND the paper application.  
Application FAQs
  • I submitted my application. Now what? - Your application is being evaluated and that takes some time. 
  • When will I know if I have been accepted? You will be notified via Parent Portal email  
  • What if I don't hear from the IB office? You can email Mrs. Nehrig, lknehrig@volusia.k12.fl.us, with any questions you may have. 
  • What do I need to do if I have been accepted?  Submit your Letter of Intent and Statement of Agreement to Mrs. Nehrig 
  • Is the essay still required as part of the application? Yes, the essay is still a required part of the application and must be written at DHS during one of the two sessions being offered.  
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Application Timeline
December 8, 2023- Applications open online through VCS and here
January 10, 2024, 5-6pm-  DHS Media Center for Application Essay Session 
OR 
January 13, 2024, 9-10am- DHS Media Center for Application Essay Session 
January 26, 2024- All applications and supplemental documents are due
February 7, 2024- Acceptance/Denial Decisions go out 
February 21, 2024- Declaration of Intent due 

Application requirements: 
  • an academic GPA of no less than 2.5 
  • FAST ELA and Math scores of no less than 3
  • Completion of at least Algebra I and a passing EOC score by the end of 8th grade
  • 3 teacher recommendations- English, Math and one other- NOT PE​​


Statement of Agreement ​ 
The International Baccalaureate Diploma programme is a rigorous academic program. Meeting eligibility requirements does not guarantee admission to the program and the decision of the selection committee will be final.  Your child's acceptance into the DeLand High School pre-IB program is a one year commitment. Transportation for students who live outside of the attendance zone for DeLand High School is the responsibility of the student and family.

Parent commitment
Your child will need daily uninterrupted study time. Daily attendance is vital to your child's success. We request that you schedule vacations and other recreational trips during school holidays.

Student Admissions Agreement
Students will be expected to:
  • Follow ALL rules of DeLand High School and Volusia County Schools.
  • Show respect for fellow students, teachers and administrators at all times.
  • Actively participate in class by being prepared.
  • Submit quality work- that is their own.
  • Maintain an overall unweighted GPA of no less than 2.5
  • Make every effort to be in school every day.
  • Assume responsibility for any absences by getting any missing work and completing it in a timely manner. 
  • Maintain the highest degree of conduct and academic integrity or risk removal from the program.
  • Make a commitment to complete the IB Diploma Programme. 

Please do not hesitate to contact Lisa Nehrig, DP coordinator, if you have any questions at all.  

Lisa Nehrig
lknehrig@volusia.k12.fl.us
386-822-6909 ext. 23365
Teams ext. 76402