Montenegro grade conversion to the Dutch grading system
Use the converter to estimate how a Montenegro grade (Montenegrin higher-education 6-10 / ECTS letter 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.
Montenegro → Dutch grade conversion table
Montenegrin higher education uses ECTS-aligned letter grades A-F, equivalent to numerical grades 10 to 6 for passes; F is insufficient. Secondary-school marks use a separate 1-5 scale, where 5 is excellent and 1 is insufficient.
| Home grade | Dutch grade (1–10) | Level |
|---|---|---|
| A / 10 (excellent) | 8.0–8.5 | excellent |
| B / 9 (very good) | 7.5–8.0 | very good |
| C / 8 (good) | 7.0–7.5 | good |
| D / 7 (satisfactory) | 6.5–7.0 | satisfactory |
| E / 6 (sufficient/pass) | 5.5–6.0 | pass |
| F / below 6 (insufficient/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 admission, Montenegrin applicants are usually assessed first on diploma level and subject fit, then on grades. Grades of 8/C or higher are generally a solid academic profile, while 9-10/A-B is stronger for selective programmes; a 6/E is only the minimum pass and may be weak for competitive entry.
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 Montenegro grades convert to the Dutch scale?
Montenegrin higher education uses ECTS-aligned letter grades A-F, equivalent to numerical grades 10 to 6 for passes; F is insufficient. Secondary-school marks use a separate 1-5 scale, where 5 is excellent and 1 is insufficient. The table on this page maps each band of the Montenegrin higher-education 6-10 / ECTS letter scale system to its indicative Dutch 1–10 equivalent.
What grade do I need for admission to a Dutch university from Montenegro?
For Dutch admission, Montenegrin applicants are usually assessed first on diploma level and subject fit, then on grades. Grades of 8/C or higher are generally a solid academic profile, while 9-10/A-B is stronger for selective programmes; a 6/E is only the minimum pass and may be weak for competitive entry.
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 (A / 10 (excellent)) worth in Dutch grades?
A A / 10 (excellent) result corresponds to roughly a Dutch 8–8.5 (excellent).
Sources: European Commission Eurydice — Montenegro: Bachelor / First-cycle programmes (student assessment; A-F letters equivalent to numerical grades 10-6, F insufficient): https://eurydice.eacea.ec.europa.eu/eurypedia/montenegro/bachelor; European Commission Eurydice — Montenegro: First-cycle programmes (ECTS alignment and admission criteria): https://eurydice.eacea.ec.europa.eu/eurypedia/montenegro/first-cycle-programmes; European Commission Eurydice — Montenegro: Assessment in general upper secondary education (1-5 school marks; 5 excellent, 1 insufficient): https://eurydice.eacea.ec.europa.eu/eurypedia/montenegro/assessment-general-upper-secondary-education