Built Smart, Engineered for IB
Curious how we match you with university programs? Here's a peek behind the curtain at the technology that powers your personalized recommendations.
Program Database
Thousands of Programs, Instant Results
We maintain a growing database of university programs from around the world, each with detailed IB-specific admission requirements. Search through them all in milliseconds.
- Curated Program Data
Every program is manually reviewed for accurate IB requirements — minimum points, required subjects, and grade thresholds.
- Blazing Fast Search
Powered by Algolia, the same search infrastructure used by Stripe, Slack, and Medium. Results in under 50 milliseconds.
- Typo Tolerance
Misspell "psychology" as "psycology"? No problem. Our search understands what you mean and finds the right programs.
- Real-Time Sync
When we add new programs or update requirements, your search results update instantly. Always fresh data.
Matching Engine
Three-Factor Compatibility Scoring
Every program gets a compatibility score from 0 to 100%. We calculate this using a weighted formula that prioritizes what matters most: your academic fit.
How We Score
Academic Match
60%How well your IB points and subjects meet program requirements
Location Match
30%Whether the program is in one of your preferred countries
Field Match
10%Whether the program is in one of your preferred study areas
Match Categories
Based on your score, we put each program in a category so you know what to expect:
Strong chance of admission
Good fit for your profile
Aspirational but achievable
Significant gaps exist
What We Check
- Total IB points vs minimum requirements
- HL/SL subject matches with grade thresholds
- Critical subject requirements (must-haves)
- Near-miss detection for close matches
Filter System
Find Exactly What You're Looking For
Not sure where to start? Use our filters to narrow down programs by location, field of study, and IB requirements. The more specific you are, the better your matches.
- 30+ Countries
From the UK to Canada, Netherlands to Australia — find programs in your dream destinations.
- 30+ Fields of Study
Engineering, Medicine, Business, Arts, Sciences — we cover all major academic disciplines.
- IB Points Range
Filter by minimum IB points required. Find programs that match your predicted or final scores.
- Smart Combinations
All filters work together. Study Medicine in Canada? Engineering in the UK? Just select and search.
Technology Stack
Built with Industry-Leading Tools
We use the same technologies trusted by the world's best companies. This means fast, reliable, and secure experiences for every student.
Next.js 16
Modern React framework for lightning-fast page loads and smooth navigation.
PostgreSQL
Enterprise-grade database trusted by companies like Instagram and Spotify.
Algolia Search
Industry-leading search infrastructure — the same tech behind Stripe and Slack.
Redis Caching
In-memory data store for instant results. Your matches load in milliseconds.
Global Edge Network
Deployed worldwide for low latency. Fast access wherever you are.
GDPR Compliant
Privacy-first design. Your data is encrypted, protected, and never sold.
No AI. Just Good Old-Fashioned Math.
While everyone's training LLMs and chasing the AI hype, we're doing something different: math that works. Our matching algorithm is deterministic, transparent, and explainable.
Deterministic Results
Same input always gives the same output. No randomness, no surprises.
Fully Explainable
Every match can be explained step-by-step. See exactly why you got each score.
No Black Boxes
Our algorithm is rules-based, not a neural network. Predictable and trustworthy.
No Hallucinations
AI can make things up. Math doesn't. Your matches are based on real data.
“We believe students deserve to understand why they got matched with a program. Not 'the AI thinks so' — but clear, logical reasons they can verify themselves.”
— The IB Match Team
Ready to Find Your Match?
Now that you know how it works, why not give it a try? Enter your IB profile and discover programs that fit you perfectly.
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