Jordan grade conversion to the Dutch grading system
Use the converter to estimate how a Jordan grade (Jordanian percentage grading (0-100)) 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.
Jordan → Dutch grade conversion table
Jordanian secondary and many university results are commonly reported on a 0-100 percentage scale. A minimum of about 50% is typically the pass threshold, with 90%+ or institution-specific equivalents treated as excellent.
| Home grade | Dutch grade (1–10) | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Excellent (90-100%) | 8.0–8.5 | excellent |
| Very Good (80-89.99%) | 7.5–8.0 | very good |
| Good (70-79.99%) | 7.0–7.5 | good |
| Fair (60-69.99%) | 6.5–7.0 | satisfactory |
| Pass (50-59.99%) | 5.5–6.5 | pass |
| Fail (0-49.99%) | 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 admission, Nuffic compares the Jordanian General Secondary Education Certificate to HAVO level; research-university routes may therefore require additional qualifying study, while HBO admissions focus on stream, subjects and strong final percentages.
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 Jordan grades convert to the Dutch scale?
Jordanian secondary and many university results are commonly reported on a 0-100 percentage scale. A minimum of about 50% is typically the pass threshold, with 90%+ or institution-specific equivalents treated as excellent. The table on this page maps each band of the Jordanian percentage grading (0-100) system to its indicative Dutch 1–10 equivalent.
What grade do I need for admission to a Dutch university from Jordan?
For Dutch admission, Nuffic compares the Jordanian General Secondary Education Certificate to HAVO level; research-university routes may therefore require additional qualifying study, while HBO admissions focus on stream, subjects and strong final percentages.
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 (Excellent (90-100%)) worth in Dutch grades?
A Excellent (90-100%) result corresponds to roughly a Dutch 8–8.5 (excellent).
Sources: Nuffic — Jordan education system and Dutch diploma comparisons: https://www.nuffic.nl/en/education-systems/jordan; Scholaro/Classbase — Grading System in Jordan percentage scale: https://www.scholaro.com/db/Countries/Jordan/Grading-System