Bolivia grade conversion to the Dutch grading system
Use the converter to estimate how a Bolivia grade (Bolivian 0-100 grading scale) maps onto the Dutch 1–10 scale, then check the full table below.
Type your grade above to see the indicative Dutch equivalent.
Indicative only. Official conversion requires a credential evaluation.
Bolivia → Dutch grade conversion table
Bolivian secondary and university grading commonly uses a 0-100 scale. The usual minimum pass mark is 51/100; marks below 51 are failing.
| Home grade | Dutch grade (1–10) | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Sobresaliente / Outstanding (90-100) | 8.0–8.5 | excellent |
| Distinguido / Distinguished (77-89) | 7.0–7.9 | very good |
| Bueno / Good (64-76) | 6.5–7.0 | good |
| Suficiente / Sufficient (51-63) | 5.5–6.4 | pass |
| Reprobado / Fail (0-50) | 1.0–5.4 | fail |
How the Dutch 1–10 scale works
Dutch grades run from 1 to 10, with 5.5 the minimum pass. Most grades fall between 6 and 8; a 9 is rare and a 10 is almost never awarded. Read more in our Dutch grading system guide.
Will my grades be good enough?
For Dutch admissions, a Bolivian pass is only the minimum threshold; competitive bachelor or master entry normally expects consistently good results, especially grades in the Bueno/Distinguido/Sobresaliente ranges for relevant subjects.
Important: this is indicative only
These conversions are estimates. An official grade conversion requires a formal credential evaluation, and each university makes its own admission decision. See our credential evaluation and ECTS credits guides.
Frequently asked questions
What is a passing grade in the Dutch system?
The Netherlands uses a 1–10 scale where 5.5 is the minimum pass. Grades cluster between 6 and 8; a 9 is rare and a 10 is almost never awarded.
How do Bolivia grades convert to the Dutch scale?
Bolivian secondary and university grading commonly uses a 0-100 scale. The usual minimum pass mark is 51/100; marks below 51 are failing. The table on this page maps each band of the Bolivian 0-100 grading scale system to its indicative Dutch 1–10 equivalent.
What grade do I need for admission to a Dutch university from Bolivia?
For Dutch admissions, a Bolivian pass is only the minimum threshold; competitive bachelor or master entry normally expects consistently good results, especially grades in the Bueno/Distinguido/Sobresaliente ranges for relevant subjects.
Is this conversion official?
No. These figures are indicative. An official conversion requires a credential evaluation — see our credential-evaluation guide. Universities make the final decision.
What is the highest band (Sobresaliente / Outstanding (90-100)) worth in Dutch grades?
A Sobresaliente / Outstanding (90-100) result corresponds to roughly a Dutch 8–8.5 (excellent).
Sources: WES Country Resources: Bolivia grading scale — https://apps.wes.org/country-resources/resources.asp; Scholaro: Bolivia Grading System — https://www.scholaro.com/db/Countries/Bolivia/Grading-System; Universidad de San Francisco Xavier, Vicerrectorado Informa No. 7 — https://usfx.bo/Documentos/Revista_Vicerrectorado_Informa_No.7.pdf