Bangkok, Thailand – [17 September 2025] – NIST International School is proud to celebrate the extraordinary achievements of its graduating Class of 2025. With record- breaking International Baccalaureate (IB) results and acceptances to top universities around the world, this year’s graduates exemplify academic excellence, global citizenship, and a readiness to lead in an ever-changing world.
The Class of 2025 achieved outstanding IB results, with two students earning a perfect score of 45, an impressive class average of 37, and 27% of the cohort achieving 40 points or higher. Over half of the graduates (56%) earned the prestigious Bilingual IB Diploma, and the class achieved a 100% pass rate for the second consecutive year. These results reflect the dedication, resilience, and collaborative spirit of the students, teachers, and families that make up the NIST community.
Building on their academic success, graduates from the Class of 2025 received an exceptional breadth of offers from universities worldwide, giving them a wealth of choices across diverse programmes and locations. Ultimately, they have secured places at more than 120 leading institutions in over 15 countries across five continents. From Ivy League schools and world-renowned institutions like Oxford, Cambridge, and the University of Tokyo, to innovative programmes in engineering, law, arts, medicine, and business, the breadth of offers demonstrates the global reach and reputation of a NIST education.
This year’s graduates are pursuing an incredible diversity of pathways. Some will delve into groundbreaking fields such as artificial intelligence, data science, and aerospace engineering, while others will follow their passions in film, performing arts, psychology, international relations, and hospitality. Collectively, these choices reflect NIST’s commitment to empowering students to discover their passions, think critically, and make an impact in their chosen fields.
Dr James Dalziel, Head of School, expressed immense pride in the graduates: “The Class of 2025 has embraced every opportunity to learn, lead, and contribute during their time at NIST. Their achievements speak to their curiosity, courage, and compassion. As they step into this next chapter, they carry not only the academic skills but also the values of service, integrity, and global-mindedness that will guide them in shaping a better future.”
Congratulations to the Class of 2025! NIST looks forward to following their journeys and celebrating their future successes. Click here for a detailed list of universities the Class of 2025 received offers from and will be attending.
NIST International School, a not-for-profit, full IB World School in Bangkok, is home to over 1,800 students representing 77 nationalities. With every graduating class, the alumni network expands, creating positive examples for younger students and reinforcing NIST’s reputation for preparing future leaders in a global community.
