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The extended essay is a 4000 word independent research paper due in the senior year, chosen and undertaken by the student in one of over 20 IB disciplines (Foreign language, literature, history, physics, biology, etc.) The student chooses a school based mentor for guidance in research and writing. The extended essay does not earn credit in any class. The extended essay is sent elsewhere in the world to be graded. Form is emphasized as well as content.
Extended Essay Handbook

Extended Essay Timeline

Extended Essay Student Checklist

Extended Essay Supervisor Checklist