Uganda grade conversion to the Dutch grading system
Use the converter to estimate how a Uganda grade (University percentage / 5-point 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.
Uganda → Dutch grade conversion table
Ugandan universities commonly report course marks as percentages, often alongside grade points on a 0-5 scale; 50% (D or equivalent, about 2.0 grade points) is typically the minimum pass. Secondary UCE/UACE examinations use separate UNEB letter/division scales, so university admissions should check the credential level as well as the mark scale.
| Home grade | Dutch grade (1–10) | Level |
|---|---|---|
| A+ / Exceptional (90-100%) | 8.5–9.0 | excellent |
| A / Excellent (80-89%) | 8.0–8.5 | very good |
| B+ / Very good (75-79%) | 7.5–8.0 | very good |
| B / Good (70-74%) | 7.0–7.5 | good |
| C/C+ / Fair to fairly good (60-69%) | 6.0–7.0 | satisfactory |
| D/D+ / Pass (50-59%) | 5.5–6.0 | pass |
| Fail (0-49%) | 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 strong UACE combinations to at least HAVO level and a 4-5 year Ugandan bachelor's degree to an HBO or WO bachelor's degree. Competitive master's admission normally expects at least Second Class Upper / good bachelor's performance, while minimum eligibility can vary by Dutch institution and 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 Uganda grades convert to the Dutch scale?
Ugandan universities commonly report course marks as percentages, often alongside grade points on a 0-5 scale; 50% (D or equivalent, about 2.0 grade points) is typically the minimum pass. Secondary UCE/UACE examinations use separate UNEB letter/division scales, so university admissions should check the credential level as well as the mark scale. The table on this page maps each band of the University percentage / 5-point scale system to its indicative Dutch 1–10 equivalent.
What grade do I need for admission to a Dutch university from Uganda?
For Dutch admissions, Nuffic compares strong UACE combinations to at least HAVO level and a 4-5 year Ugandan bachelor's degree to an HBO or WO bachelor's degree. Competitive master's admission normally expects at least Second Class Upper / good bachelor's performance, while minimum eligibility can vary by Dutch institution and 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 (A+ / Exceptional (90-100%)) worth in Dutch grades?
A A+ / Exceptional (90-100%) result corresponds to roughly a Dutch 8.5–9 (excellent).
Sources: Nuffic — Uganda education system and Dutch diploma comparisons — https://www.nuffic.nl/en/education-systems/uganda; WES WENR — Education in Uganda, UNEB UCE/UACE grading and university-entry context — https://wenr.wes.org/2020/10/education-in-uganda; Scholaro — Uganda grading system, post-secondary and Makerere/Kyambogo percentage/5-point scales — https://www.scholaro.com/db/Countries/Uganda/Grading-System