1. Why Internal Assessment Deadlines Matter
Missing an IB Internal Assessment (IA) deadline can be critical—these components typically count for 20–30% of your final score, and failing to submit may result in zero credit or failing the Diploma entirely. RevisionDojo explains this in depth in What Happens If You Submit an IB IA Late: The Risks and Remedies.
2. Common Consequences of Late Submission
You could face several risks:
- Receiving zero marks if work is not accepted
- Teacher or school may refuse to submit your IA
- Potentially failing the subject or the entire Diploma
Find detailed guidance in What Happens If You Submit an IB IA Late.
3. Immediate Actions You Must Take
✅ Start by Communicating Promptly
Reach out to your teacher or IB coordinator as early as possible—even before the deadline if things aren’t on track. Prompt honesty can improve your chances of support or partial credit. Relevant advice: What Happens If You Submit an IB IA Late.
📄 Submit What You Can
Even completing a partial draft—showing effort—is better than nothing. It may allow for partial feedback or limited marks. Advice on partial submission also appears in What Happens If You Submit an IB IA Late.
📝 Provide Evidence if Applicable
If you missed due to illness or an emergency, present documentation (like a doctor’s note) to support an extension request. Guidance is offered in IA Missing Deadline FAQs under What Happens If You Submit an IB IA Late.
4. How to Request an Official Extension
- Communicate via your IB coordinator, not the IB board directly.
- Document and justify your reasons—extensions are possible if not abused.
- School policy and IB rules determine the authority and feasibility.
RevisionDojo covers this in What Happens If You Submit an IB IA Late.
5. Prevent Future IA Issues with Smarter Planning
Avoid future deadlines by:
- Breaking your IA into steps (research, draft, feedback, final)
- Setting internal mini-deadlines earlier than school dates
- Using Pomodoro or structured scheduling tools to stay consistent
Check out How Much Procrastination Is Allowed When Doing an IA? for strategies to manage workflow and prevent procrastination.
6. Recovery Planning and Long-Term Strategy
If submission was refused or credit denied:
- Meet with your teacher to explore alternative ways to support your subject or school tasks
- Use RevisionDojo’s IA planning resources, time‑management tools, and template trackers to rebuild progress.
See also What Happens If You Submit an IB IA Late for recovery frameworks.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: Will one day late always mean zero marks?
Possibly—it depends on school policy. Many teachers strictly enforce internal deadlines. See details in What Happens If You Submit an IB IA Late.
Q2: Will this affect my Diploma?
Yes—if an IA is not submitted or rejected, you may fail that subject and risk your Diploma. Clarified in the same article.
Q3: Can I still earn credit by submitting partial work?
Sometimes. Submitting even a draft may give teachers grounds to award limited feedback or partial marks.
Q4: Who should I contact for support?
Speak to your teacher and IB coordinator first. Extensions typically require their involvement.
Q5: Is there any way to submit an IA after IB deadlines?
Once submitted to IB, no—but internally, you may be allowed to make up partial submission before school cutoff dates.
Q6: How does RevisionDojo support future IA success?
They provide IA-specific planning templates, procrastination management strategies, milestone checklists—not just for recovery but also for prevention.
Conclusion
Missing an IB IA deadline is serious—but not irreversible. By communicating quickly, submitting what you can, requesting extensions when needed, and using milestone tools to rebuild your workflow, you can still navigate the situation successfully. Prevent future issues by structuring IA steps effectively with RevisionDojo guidance.
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