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Convert between different GPA scales used around the world.
Understanding Different GPA Systems
Different countries and educational systems use various GPA scales, making it challenging to compare academic performance across different institutions and regions. This converter helps you translate your GPA between common systems used worldwide.
Common GPA Scales
| GPA Scale | Used In | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 4.0 Scale | United States, Canada | Standard scale where A = 4.0, B = 3.0, etc. Most common in US universities. |
| 4.3 Scale | Some US/Canadian institutions | Modified scale that includes A+ (4.3) above the standard A (4.0). |
| 5.0 Scale | US high schools with AP/IB | Weighted scale that allows additional points for advanced courses. |
| 10.0 Scale | India, Netherlands, Latvia | Scale where 10 is perfect, and usually 5 or 6 is the passing grade. |
| Percentage (100) | UK, Australia, India | Direct percentage-based grading, with different thresholds for letter grades. |
| UK Honours | United Kingdom | Degree classifications: First (70%+), Upper Second (60-69%), Lower Second (50-59%), Third (40-49%). |
Conversion Considerations
Important Notes on GPA Conversion
- Approximate Nature: Conversions are approximate and may not perfectly reflect how institutions will interpret your GPA
- Institutional Variations: Individual universities may have their own conversion methods
- Official Transcripts: For official purposes, your original transcript with its native grading system is always preferred
- Context Matters: Admissions officers typically consider the rigor of your institution and program alongside raw GPA
When to Use GPA Conversion
- International Applications: When applying to schools abroad with different grading systems
- Scholarship Applications: When scholarship criteria specify a particular GPA scale
- Job Applications: When employers request GPA in a format different from your school's system
- Personal Assessment: To understand how your performance compares globally
Conversion Methods
Different conversion approaches yield slightly different results:
- Direct Proportion: Simple mathematical scaling (e.g., dividing by 4 and multiplying by 10 to convert 4.0 to 10.0 scale)
- Threshold Mapping: Using established grade equivalency tables (more accurate but less continuous)
- WES Method: World Education Services standardized approach used for credential evaluation
This calculator uses a combination of direct proportion and threshold mapping for the most accurate results across different systems.
