Japan grade conversion to the Dutch grading system
Use the converter to estimate how a Japan grade (Japanese 100-point/S-A-B-C-F university 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.
Japan → Dutch grade conversion table
Japanese universities commonly use letter grades S/A/B/C/F or A/B/C/D/F anchored to a 100-point scale. A minimum of 60/100 is normally required to pass and earn credit.
| Home grade | Dutch grade (1–10) | Level |
|---|---|---|
| S / Excellent (90-100) | 8.0–8.5 | excellent |
| A / Good or outstanding (80-89) | 7.0–8.0 | very good |
| B / Satisfactory or fair (70-79) | 6.5–7.0 | good |
| C / Pass (60-69) | 5.5–6.5 | pass |
| F / Fail (0-59) | 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, Japanese grades should be read together with the institution type and diploma level: Nuffic compares a Japanese Gakushi bachelor to either an HBO or WO bachelor depending on content. Strong candidates for selective programmes will usually need grades in the upper bands, not only the 60/100 pass threshold.
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 Japan grades convert to the Dutch scale?
Japanese universities commonly use letter grades S/A/B/C/F or A/B/C/D/F anchored to a 100-point scale. A minimum of 60/100 is normally required to pass and earn credit. The table on this page maps each band of the Japanese 100-point/S-A-B-C-F university grading scale system to its indicative Dutch 1–10 equivalent.
What grade do I need for admission to a Dutch university from Japan?
For Dutch admissions, Japanese grades should be read together with the institution type and diploma level: Nuffic compares a Japanese Gakushi bachelor to either an HBO or WO bachelor depending on content. Strong candidates for selective programmes will usually need grades in the upper bands, not only the 60/100 pass threshold.
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 (S / Excellent (90-100)) worth in Dutch grades?
A S / Excellent (90-100) result corresponds to roughly a Dutch 8–8.5 (excellent).
Sources: Nuffic — Education system Japan: https://www.nuffic.nl/en/education-systems/japan; Kyushu University — Grading Standards (GPA System): https://www.kyushu-u.ac.jp/en/faculty/class/learning/gpa