UK Grades to US GPA Calculator

Why UK marks do not equal US percentages

A UK mark of 70% does not mean the same thing as 70% in a US classroom. UK grading culture is usually stricter in percentage terms, so a mark that looks modest on paper can still be academically strong.

One thing worth knowing is that UK degree classifications sit behind many marks. At many universities, 70% can fall into First-class territory, while marks in the 60s can still support a 2:1. That is why a literal percentage swap often gives the wrong impression.

A common question is whether 60% is weak because it looks low. In practice, it may not be weak at all. The safer move is to read the grade band, use the correct calculator route, and avoid telling a university or employer that a UK percentage equals the same US percentage.

Example: a 70% university mark in the UK may be read as top academic performance, not as a middling score. Use the classification or grade band first, then convert.

If you are a parent or student comparing systems, it helps to understand where the qualification sits in the wider framework. The UK education system and higher education in the UK explain how school and universities stages fit together.

When an estimated GPA is enough and when you need an official evaluation

A rough calculator is often enough to answer the first question, which is usually, "Am I in the right range?" The key question is whether someone else must formally rely on that number.

How to verify: check the admissions or recruitment page first, then look for transcript or credential evaluation wording. UCAS also highlights that institutions set their own entry requirements.

When to use WES or another official evaluator

Some US universities, graduate schools, employers, and licensing bodies may want a formal credential evaluation instead of a self-calculated estimate. If that happens, start with the institution's own requirements page.

If you have GCSE results

Use our GCSE GPA calculator for secondary school results, usually on the 9-1 scale. Enter subject-level grades where possible, especially if your results mix newer 9-1 grades with older letter grades. Your results will save in the browser so you can return to them if needed.

If you have A level results

Use our A Level GPA calculator for undergraduate applications. A levels are more relevant than earlier school grades, and final grades usually carry more weight than predicted grades unless a form specifically asks for predictions.

If you have a UK university degree

Use our Uni GPA calculator degree route for classifications such as First, 2:1, and 2:2, or for module marks if the application asks for more detail. Some forms want a rough overall GPA, while others want transcript-level information, so read the instructions before you convert.

Insider tip: if a form allows extra context, list your degree classification as well as the estimate. A UK 2:1 often tells an admissions team more than a single converted number on its own.

Before you pay

If your next step is paying an overseas application fee, housing deposit, or tuition bill, keep the finance task separate from the grade conversion task. Check out Wise to ensure you avoid any unwanted hidden fees from your bank.