Oman grade conversion to the Dutch grading system
Use the converter to estimate how a Oman grade (4.0 GPA / letter-grade 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.
Oman → Dutch grade conversion table
Omani universities commonly use letter grades converted to a 0.00-4.00 GPA scale. At Sultan Qaboos University, individual course grades run from A (4.00) to F (0.00); degree completion is normally based on a cumulative GPA of at least 2.00, even though D-level course credit may exist.
| Home grade | Dutch grade (1–10) | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Distinction with Honours (3.75-4.00 GPA) | 8.0–8.5 | excellent |
| Distinction (3.30-3.74 GPA) | 7.5–8.0 | very good |
| Very Good (2.75-3.29 GPA) | 7.0–7.5 | good |
| Good (2.30-2.74 GPA) | 6.5–7.0 | satisfactory |
| Minimum graduation range (2.00-2.29 GPA) | 5.5–6.5 | pass |
| Below minimum graduation GPA / fail (0.00-1.99 GPA) | 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, Omani records should be assessed case by case by institution and programme, with attention to the recognised university and cumulative GPA. A GPA in the Very Good range (about 2.75/4.00 or higher) is a realistic baseline for many selective master's reviews, while 3.30+ is a strong result.
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 Oman grades convert to the Dutch scale?
Omani universities commonly use letter grades converted to a 0.00-4.00 GPA scale. At Sultan Qaboos University, individual course grades run from A (4.00) to F (0.00); degree completion is normally based on a cumulative GPA of at least 2.00, even though D-level course credit may exist. The table on this page maps each band of the 4.0 GPA / letter-grade scale system to its indicative Dutch 1–10 equivalent.
What grade do I need for admission to a Dutch university from Oman?
For Dutch admission, Omani records should be assessed case by case by institution and programme, with attention to the recognised university and cumulative GPA. A GPA in the Very Good range (about 2.75/4.00 or higher) is a realistic baseline for many selective master's reviews, while 3.30+ is a strong result.
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 (Distinction with Honours (3.75-4.00 GPA)) worth in Dutch grades?
A Distinction with Honours (3.75-4.00 GPA) result corresponds to roughly a Dutch 8–8.5 (excellent).
Sources: Sultan Qaboos University — Undergraduate Academic Regulations, C-6 Grades and C-6-3 Grade Scale — https://www.squ.edu.om/Portals/26/PDF%20files/Admission%20files/undergraduate%20academic%20R%2028-10-2018.pdf?ver=2020-06-23-100143-790; Sultan Qaboos University — Undergraduate Academic Regulations, D-7 Classification of Degrees — https://www.squ.edu.om/Portals/26/PDF%20files/Admission%20files/undergraduate%20academic%20R%2028-10-2018.pdf?ver=2020-06-23-100143-790; Sultan Qaboos University — Undergraduate Academic Regulations, degree requirements and minimum graduation GPA — https://www.squ.edu.om/Portals/26/PDF%20files/Admission%20files/undergraduate%20academic%20R%2028-10-2018.pdf?ver=2020-06-23-100143-790