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Converting Percentage Marks to GPA โ€” Complete Scale Guide

CalcHub Pro  ยท  April 2026  ยท  5 min read

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Overview

Different countries and institutions use different grading scales. Converting between percentage marks and GPA requires understanding the thresholds used.

The Formula

Standard: 90-100%=4.0 | 80-89%=3.5 | 70-79%=3.0 | 60-69%=2.5 | 50-59%=2.0 | <50=0

Standard formula used by professionals worldwide

Worked Example

Step-by-step

Score 78% โ†’ 3.0 GPA on standard 4.0 scale | UK 2:1 (60-69%) โ‰ˆ 3.0-3.3 US GPA

Key Points

Frequently Asked Questions

How does UK degree class convert to US GPA?

First (70%+) โ‰ˆ 3.7-4.0 | 2:1 (60-69%) โ‰ˆ 3.0-3.6 | 2:2 (50-59%) โ‰ˆ 2.5-2.9.

What GPA is equivalent to distinction?

Typically 3.7+ on 4.0 scale, or 85%+ on percentage scale.

Do universities convert foreign GPAs?

Yes โ€” most use standard conversion tables, but direct percentage is often more transparent.

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