Kyrgyzstan grade conversion to the Dutch grading system
Use the converter to estimate how a Kyrgyzstan grade (Kyrgyzstan 5-point 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.
Kyrgyzstan → Dutch grade conversion table
Kyrgyzstan commonly uses a 5-point scale where 5 is excellent, 4 is good/very good, and 3 is the lowest passing grade. Grades 1-2 are failing; some transcripts may also show pass/fail credit entries such as zachet.
| Home grade | Dutch grade (1–10) | Level |
|---|---|---|
| 5 / Excellent | 8.0–8.5 | excellent |
| 4 / Good or very good | 7.0–7.5 | good |
| 3 / Satisfactory, lowest pass | 5.5–6.5 | pass |
| 1-2 / Unsatisfactory, fail | 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 university admission, Kyrgyz grades should be assessed together with the credential level and subject requirements rather than by a linear formula. Selective programmes will normally expect mostly 4 and 5 grades, while a transcript dominated by 3s represents only minimum passing performance.
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 Kyrgyzstan grades convert to the Dutch scale?
Kyrgyzstan commonly uses a 5-point scale where 5 is excellent, 4 is good/very good, and 3 is the lowest passing grade. Grades 1-2 are failing; some transcripts may also show pass/fail credit entries such as zachet. The table on this page maps each band of the Kyrgyzstan 5-point grading scale system to its indicative Dutch 1–10 equivalent.
What grade do I need for admission to a Dutch university from Kyrgyzstan?
For Dutch university admission, Kyrgyz grades should be assessed together with the credential level and subject requirements rather than by a linear formula. Selective programmes will normally expect mostly 4 and 5 grades, while a transcript dominated by 3s represents only minimum passing performance.
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 (5 / Excellent) worth in Dutch grades?
A 5 / Excellent result corresponds to roughly a Dutch 8–8.5 (excellent).
Sources: Scholaro — Kyrgyzstan Grading System: https://www.scholaro.com/db/Countries/Kyrgyzstan/Grading-System; Wikipedia — Academic grading in Kyrgyzstan: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Academic_grading_in_Kyrgyzstan; WES — Country Resources (international credential-evaluation context): https://apps.wes.org/country-resources/