Percentage Conversion
Convert overall standard percentage scores directly to international GPA scales.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is CGPA converted to US GPA?
Most US universities map foreign grade averages (like 10-point Indian CGPA or German scores) using linear mathematical scaling or grade-by-grade translations (such as A=4.0, B=3.0). Standard linear conversion maps a 10.0 CGPA direct scale to US GPA through proprietary formulas, though credit weights can alter results.
What is a WES evaluation and when do I need it?
World Education Services (WES) is a non-profit organization that provides credential evaluations for students planning to study in the US or Canada. A WES evaluation translates your home country transcripts into their exact US/Canada equivalent course-by-course. You need it if your target university explicitly asks for a 'WES credential evaluation report' during registration.
How is the Bavarian formula calculated for Germany?
Germany uses the 'Modified Bavarian Formula' to calculate equivalent scores: German Grade = 1 + 3 * [(Nmax - Nd) / (Nmax - Nmin)], where Nmax is the maximum obtainable grade, Nmin is the lowest passing grade, and Nd is your obtained grade average. In Germany, a 1.0 is the best score, and 4.0 is the minimum passing score.
How do credit weights affect subject-wise calculations?
A simple average counts all courses equally. A weighted subject-wise calculation multiplies each grade point by the course credit hours first, sums those values, and divides by the total number of credit hours. This ensures that a major 4-credit course has a greater impact on your overall GPA than a minor 1-credit course.
Estimated GPA Conversion
Estimated only. Universities and credential evaluation agencies (e.g. WES, ECE) may use different conversion methods.
| Global Scale | Equivalence |
|---|---|
| German Grade | 1.75 ( Bavarian ) |
| UK Classification | Upper Second Class (2:1) |
| WES Standard | A / Excellent |