GPA Converter — Convert Any Grade to US 4.0 Scale
Convert grades from any international grading system to the US 4.0 GPA scale, UK classification, and percentage equivalent. Free, instant, no sign-up.
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How GPA Conversion Works for Scholarship Applications
When applying for international scholarships, you often need to present your academic results on a scale the selection committee understands. The US 4.0 GPA scale is the most widely recognized system globally, used by scholarship programs like Fulbright, Chevening, DAAD, and Erasmus Mundus.
Percentage to 4.0 GPA Conversion
For students from Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, and other countries using a percentage-based grading system, the conversion follows standard academic brackets. A score of 90–100% maps to approximately 3.9–4.0 on the US scale, while 80–89% corresponds to 3.7–3.8. Most competitive scholarships require a minimum equivalent of 3.0 GPA, which corresponds to roughly 70% in the percentage system.
CGPA (10-Point Scale) to 4.0 GPA
Many Indian and South Asian universities use a 10-point CGPA scale. A common approximate conversion multiplies your CGPA by 9.5 and adds 5 to get a percentage, which is then mapped to the 4.0 scale. A CGPA of 8.0 out of 10 roughly corresponds to a 3.5 GPA on the 4.0 scale.
German Grading Scale
The German grading system runs from 1.0 (excellent) to 5.0 (fail), the inverse of most other scales. A German grade of 1.0–1.5 corresponds to a 4.0 GPA, while 2.0–2.5 maps to approximately 3.5–3.7.
Frequently Asked Questions
Our converter uses widely-accepted approximate conversion scales recognized by most universities and scholarship committees. Since grading philosophies differ across institutions and countries, results are approximate but reliable for applications. For official evaluations, consider services like WES or ECE.
Yes, you can use the converted GPA as a reference point. Many scholarships accept self-reported GPA conversions, but some prestigious programs (Fulbright, Chevening) may require official credential evaluations. Always check the specific scholarship requirements.
The US 4.0 GPA scale is the most commonly used grading system in American universities. A 4.0 represents an A or perfect score, 3.0 is a B, 2.0 is a C, and 1.0 is a D. Most competitive scholarships require a minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher on this scale.
Percentages are mapped to the 4.0 scale using standard brackets: 90–100% corresponds to approximately 3.9–4.0, 80–89% to 3.7–3.8, 70–79% to 3.0–3.6, 60–69% to 2.0–2.9, and below 60% to below 2.0. These are approximate ranges used by most American universities for international applicants.
Use the 'Custom (Direct 4.0 Entry)' option if you already know your approximate GPA on a 4.0 scale. Alternatively, convert your grade to a percentage first, then use the percentage option. For the most accurate conversion, contact the admissions office of your target university.
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