Grade Converter

Convert between letter grades and percentage scores with customizable grading scales

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About Grade Conversion

Grade conversion is the process of translating between different grading systems, such as converting a letter grade (A, B+, C-) to a percentage score (90%, 85%, 75%) or vice versa. This is particularly useful for students studying abroad, applying to international universities, or comparing academic performance across different educational systems.

Did you know? Grading systems vary significantly between countries. For example, an "A" in the US typically represents 90-100%, while in the UK it might represent 70-100%, and in Australia it might represent 80-100%.

How to Use This Tool

1
Choose conversion direction

Select whether you want to convert from letter grade to percentage or percentage to letter grade.

2
Select your input

Enter the grade you want to convert - either select a letter grade or enter a percentage.

3
Choose grading scale

Select the grading scale that matches your educational system. We support several common systems and also allow custom scales.

4
View and use your result

See the converted grade and copy it to your clipboard if needed.

Common Grading Systems

Letter Grade Standard (US) Canada UK Australia
A+ 97-100% 90-100% 70-100% 85-100%
A 93-96% 85-89% 60-69% 75-84%
A- 90-92% 80-84% N/A N/A
B+ 87-89% 75-79% N/A 70-74%
B 83-86% 70-74% 50-59% 65-69%
B- 80-82% 65-69% N/A N/A
C+ 77-79% 60-64% N/A 60-64%
C 73-76% 55-59% 40-49% 55-59%
C- 70-72% 50-54% N/A N/A
D 60-69% 50-54% 30-39% 50-54%
F 0-59% 0-49% 0-29% 0-49%

Important: Grading systems can vary significantly between institutions, even within the same country. Always check with your specific institution for their official grading policies.

Understanding GPA

Grade Point Average (GPA) is a standardized way of measuring academic achievement. It's calculated by:

  1. Assigning each letter grade a point value (A=4.0, B=3.0, etc.)
  2. Multiplying each course's point value by its credit hours
  3. Summing these values
  4. Dividing by the total credit hours

Different institutions may use different scales (4.0, 5.0, or percentage-based).

Tip: Many universities provide GPA conversion guides for international students applying from different educational systems.

Frequently Asked Questions

How accurate are these grade calculators?

Our calculators use standard weighted average formulas that are widely accepted in academic settings. The accuracy depends on the accuracy of the information you input from your syllabus and gradebook.

Can I calculate my GPA with this tool?

This tool focuses on calculating grades within individual courses. For GPA calculations, we recommend using our dedicated GPA Calculator.

What if my class uses a points system instead of percentages?

You can still use our calculators by converting points to percentages. Divide your earned points by total possible points, then multiply by 100 to get a percentage.

Is this tool completely free to use?

Yes! Our Grade Calculator is 100% free with no registration required. We believe in providing valuable tools to help students succeed.