RHS AICE Program
About the Program
The Cambridge/AICE Program is a rigorous, internationally recognized pre-university curriculum provided by Cambridge University in England. Cambridge/AICE is committed to a flexible curriculum with global acceptance while maintaining the academic rigor that is a keystone of Cambridge. Most universities in the United States award students advanced standing and academic credit for passing Cambridge/AICE examinations. Students passing examinations may earn up to 45 hours of college credit at public universities and colleges in Florida.
In addition, the Florida Bright Futures program recognizes Cambridge/AICE diploma recipients who also complete the required community service hours with the Florida Academic Scholars Scholarship.
Benefits of a Cambridge/AICE Diploma
In addition to providing students with a rigorous curriculum and college preparation, the Cambridge/AICE diploma automatically qualifies a student for a full Bright Futures Scholarship.
Potentially earn up to 45 college credits
100% tuition covered with the Bright Futures Scholarship at Florida public universities
The Cambridge/AICE Diploma is as a graduation option and acceleration mechanism through which students can be awarded college credit based on the level of the Cambridge/AICE courses and the passing of 7+ Cambridge/AICE examinations (specific to the designated Cambridge criteria). Students earning the AICE Diploma qualify for the Florida Academic Scholarship, the highest level of the Bright Futures Scholarship Program (pays 100% tutition to FL public instiutions), with the completion of 100 community service hours; and are not required to meet a score minimum for SAT/ACT. Students completing an Cambridge/AICE curriculum but not earning the Cambridge/AICE Diploma may qualify for the Bright Futures Florida Medallion scholar award which currently pays up to $76 per credit hour at a Florida public institution.
Improved weighted GPA
Begin earning credits towards Cambridge/AICE Diploma freshman year
Cambridge/AICE Program Admissions Requirements
Students applying for admission to the Cambridge/AICE program must meet all of the following minimum requirements:
Level 3 or higher on the FSA assessments
Must have taken Algebra 1 Honors
Non-public school applicants must score at the 85th percentile or above in Math and Reading on a nationally recognized standardized test
Evidence of high performance/ grades in all core academic subjects.
History of good attendance
History of good discipline
Full completion of the online application by February 3rd, 2023
How to Apply
Students interested in applying for the Cambridge/AICE Program during their 8th-grade year should complete the online application.
Private/Homeschool/Virtual School/Out-of-State Students
The Cambridge/AICE application is open to qualified students. If your student is not zoned for Ridgeview High School or currently attends a private school and would like to be considered for the program, please complete the online application. Students that are accepted into the program, but are zoned for a different school, will need to provide their own transportation and will need to complete a special pupil assignment form. These approvals cannot be guaranteed as space in the program is reserved for RHS zoned students.
If you are currently out of state or attending a private school in the area and currently live or are moving to the area you are encouraged to apply.