Morocco grade conversion to the Dutch grading system
Use the converter to estimate how a Morocco grade (Moroccan 0-20 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.
Morocco → Dutch grade conversion table
Moroccan secondary schools and higher education institutions use a 0-20 scale. A grade of 10 is the usual minimum pass mark; 16-20 is Très bien and 0-9 is Insuffisant.
| Home grade | Dutch grade (1–10) | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Très bien (16-20) | 8.0–8.5 | very good |
| Bien (14-15) | 7.0–7.5 | good |
| Assez bien (12-13) | 6.5–7.0 | satisfactory |
| Passable (10-11) | 5.5–6.0 | pass |
| Insuffisant (0-9) | 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, Nuffic compares the Moroccan Attestation du Baccalauréat to at least a HAVO diploma, so research universities may ask for the right track/subjects, strong grades, or additional higher-education study depending on the programme.
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 Morocco grades convert to the Dutch scale?
Moroccan secondary schools and higher education institutions use a 0-20 scale. A grade of 10 is the usual minimum pass mark; 16-20 is Très bien and 0-9 is Insuffisant. The table on this page maps each band of the Moroccan 0-20 grading scale system to its indicative Dutch 1–10 equivalent.
What grade do I need for admission to a Dutch university from Morocco?
For Dutch admissions, Nuffic compares the Moroccan Attestation du Baccalauréat to at least a HAVO diploma, so research universities may ask for the right track/subjects, strong grades, or additional higher-education study depending on the programme.
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 (Très bien (16-20)) worth in Dutch grades?
A Très bien (16-20) result corresponds to roughly a Dutch 8–8.5 (very good).
Sources: Nuffic — Grades and study results: Morocco — https://www.nuffic.nl/en/education-systems/morocco/grades-and-study-results; Nuffic — Level of diplomas: Morocco — https://www.nuffic.nl/en/education-systems/morocco/level-of-diplomas