Applying to a US program, or comparing grades across countries? Choose where your grade is from and enter it to get an approximate US 4.0 GPA and letter grade.
Why GPA conversion is only approximate
Grading cultures differ. A UK 70% (First) is rare and excellent, while a US 70% is a C−. That's why UK and Australian marks convert to higher US GPAs than the raw percentages suggest.
Country
Top band
≈ US
UK
First (70%+)
4.0
UK
2:1 (60–69%)
3.3–3.7
Australia
HD (85%+)
4.0
Australia
Distinction (75–84%)
3.7
Canada (OUAC)
80–84%
3.7
For graduate admissions in the US, many programs accept your transcript as-is or ask for a course-by-course evaluation from WES or ECE.
Frequently asked questions
What is a First-class degree in GPA?
Roughly 3.7–4.0 on the US scale.
What is 75% in GPA?
In the US, 75% is about a C (2.0). In Canada (OUAC) it's about 3.0. In the UK, 75% is a high First (4.0).
Do I need a credential evaluation?
Many US graduate schools and employers ask for one from WES or ECE. Check each program's requirements.