Peru grade conversion to the Dutch grading system
Use the converter to estimate how a Peru grade (0-20 Peruvian 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.
Peru → Dutch grade conversion table
Peruvian secondary schools and higher education institutions use a 0-20 numeric scale. Nuffic lists 11 as the minimum passing grade; 0-10 is fail.
| Home grade | Dutch grade (1–10) | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Sobresaliente (19-20) | 8.0–8.5 | excellent |
| Muy bueno (17-18) | 7.5–8.0 | very good |
| Bueno (14-16) | 7.0–7.5 | good |
| Suficiente (11-13) | 5.5–6.5 | pass |
| Desaprobado (0-10) | 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 Peru's secondary education certificate to a HAVO diploma; a university Bachiller or Título profesional is usually comparable to an HBO or WO bachelor's degree, depending on the programme. Competitive Dutch programmes will usually expect grades in the Bueno to Muy bueno range rather than only the minimum pass.
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 Peru grades convert to the Dutch scale?
Peruvian secondary schools and higher education institutions use a 0-20 numeric scale. Nuffic lists 11 as the minimum passing grade; 0-10 is fail. The table on this page maps each band of the 0-20 Peruvian grading scale system to its indicative Dutch 1–10 equivalent.
What grade do I need for admission to a Dutch university from Peru?
For Dutch admissions, Nuffic compares Peru's secondary education certificate to a HAVO diploma; a university Bachiller or Título profesional is usually comparable to an HBO or WO bachelor's degree, depending on the programme. Competitive Dutch programmes will usually expect grades in the Bueno to Muy bueno range rather than only the minimum pass.
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 (Sobresaliente (19-20)) worth in Dutch grades?
A Sobresaliente (19-20) result corresponds to roughly a Dutch 8–8.5 (excellent).
Sources: Nuffic — Peru: Grades and study results — https://www.nuffic.nl/en/education-systems/peru/grades-and-study-results; Nuffic — Peru: Level of diplomas — https://www.nuffic.nl/en/education-systems/peru/level-of-diplomas