GPA Scale: How many types are there? How are points converted?

The method of converting undergraduate GPA points in Vietnam is currently specified in Circular 08/2021/TT-BGDDT on the Regulation on undergraduate training. According to Article 9 of the Circular, the score of the module on a scale of 10 is graded as follows: A from 8.5 to 10.0, B from 7.0 to 8.4, C from 5.5 to 6.9, D from 4.0 to 5.4, and F below 4.0 (failing). Particularly, modules that only require passing (not included in the academic GPA) use type P for a score of 5.0 or higher.

Article 10 of the Circular stipulates the next step of converting letter points to a scale of 4: A corresponds to 4 points, B corresponds to 3 points, C corresponds to 2 points, D corresponds to 1 point, F corresponds to 0 points. Some universities are subdivided into B+, C+, and D+ levels to more closely reflect student capacity, but letter levels outside the provisions of Circular 08/2021/TT-BGDDT will not be included in the school's official cumulative GPA.

In Vietnam, academic outcomes can be expressed on a 10-point scale, a letter scale and a 4-point scale. In particular, GPA is often used to refer to the GPA, the most common is the GPA on a 4-point scale in the study abroad application. Understanding these score systems helps students convert GPAs accurately when preparing academic records.

2.1 Scale 10

The 10-point scale is a popular academic performance assessment system in Vietnam, especially at the high school level and in some higher education programs. The 10-point GPA can be used as a reference when converting GPAs.

1. High school student rankings:

The academic performance of students in Vietnam is usually assessed on a 10-point scale, based on the average score of the subjects in each semester or school year:

Note: The current criteria for grading students are not only based on GPA but also depend on the assessment regulations of each school level and educational program. Therefore, it should not be affirmed that the above levels are general regulations for all schools.

2 - Student rankings:

For students, academic performance is usually assessed based on a cumulative GPA (10-point scale):

2.2. Letter scale

The letter scale is often used to represent the results of each module in the credit-based training program. The letter score can then be converted to a 4-point scale to calculate the GPA.

2. 3. Scale 4

GPA on a 4-point scale is a point system that is often used to calculate the average score of a semester, academic year or accumulated in credit-based training programs. This is also a familiar GPA scale in international study abroad records.

In many cases, students need to convert a scale of 10 to 4 to determine the corresponding GPA. However, how GPA is converted may depend on the regulations of each school or educational institution.

Grading academic ability according to GPA on a 4-point scale:

Many students wonder how to convert GPA from a 10-point scale to a 4-point scale when preparing a study or study abroad application. The table below provides a commonly used scale conversion method for you to refer to and determine the corresponding GPA level.

Note: The table above is for reference only, as the conversion method of GPA between a 10-point scale and a 4-point scale may vary depending on the school, training program, or institution receiving applications. When you need to convert points to GPA to study abroad, you should check the specific requirements of the school or use the official conversion table on the transcript.

When applying for study abroad, Vietnam's 10th or 4th grade GPA needs to be converted according to the standards of each country. There is no general conversion formula that applies to every school, each scholarship institution may have its own calculation method, so the tables below are for reference only.

4.1. Conversion of GPA scale in the US.

1 – American GPA Scale Conversion Table

In the US, GPA on a 4-point scale is a common standard, calculated based on a scale of letters A, B, C, D, F corresponding to the percentage of the subject's score.

Note: This is just a common redemption for reference. Some schools use a more detailed system with A-, B+, B-..., corresponding to GPA levels such as 3.7, 3.3, 2.7, etc. The percentage threshold corresponding to each letter point may also vary depending on the field

2 - GPA scale conversion table from Vietnam to the US

The conversion of a 10-point scale to a 4-scale American GPA does not have a universal formula that applies to all universities. Each school or organization that evaluates applications may have its own GPA conversion method. Therefore, the table below should be used for reference only:

The conversion of a 10-point scale to a 4-scale American GPA does not have a universal formula that applies to all universities. Each school or organization that evaluates applications may have its own GPA conversion method. Therefore, the table below should be used for reference only:

Note: The above table should not be used to determine the official GPA when applying to study in the United States. If the school requires the conversion of grades to GPA, you should check the school's admissions guidelines or use an accepted unit of assessment.

4.2. Conversion of GPA scale in the UK

In the UK, the academic performance assessment system does not use GPA on a 4-point scale as the common standard as in the US. At the high school level, students usually follow programs such as GCSE/IGCSE and A-levels, while at the undergraduate level mainly uses a degree classification system.

Therefore, converting GPA to the British point system does not have a fixed conversion table. Each university may apply its own criteria when evaluating international degrees and transcripts.

Classification of university degrees in the UK

Note: this is a GPA conversion for reference only, not a general standard that applies to all universities in the UK.

4.3. Conversion of GPA scales in Canada

In Canada, a 4-point GPA is used at many universities and colleges, but how GPA is calculated and converted can vary from school to school and province to province. So, there is no single GPA conversion table that applies to the whole of Canada.

Some popular provinces, such as Ontario, Alberta, and British Columbia, have their own grading systems and GPA conversion methods. The tables below are for reference only.

1. Ontario GPA Conversion Table

In Ontario, many institutions use letter grades in combination with GPAs to assess academic performance. The table below is a common way to convert grades to GPA for reference:

2. Alberta GPA Conversion Table

When it comes to GPA conversion in Canada, Alberta is also a province that has a system that evaluates academic performance based on letter grades and GPAs. However, the specific calculation may vary from school to school.

3- GPA score conversion table in British Columbia (Canada)

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4.4. GPA Conversion in Canada

In Canada, a 4-point GPA is used at many universities and colleges, but how GPA is calculated and converted can vary from school to school and province to province. So, there is no single GPA conversion table that applies to the whole of Canada.

Some popular provinces, such as Ontario, Alberta, and British Columbia , have their own grading systems and GPA conversion methods. The tables below are for reference only.

1. Ontario GPA Conversion Table

In Ontario, many institutions use letter grades in combination with GPAs to assess academic performance. The table below is a common way to convert grades to GPA for reference:

2. Alberta GPA Conversion Table

When it comes to GPA conversion in Canada, Alberta is also a province that has a system that evaluates academic performance based on letter grades and GPAs. However, the specific calculation may vary from school to school.

3. GPA conversion table in British Columbia

In British Columbia, many educational institutions use a letter scale that combines a 4-point GPA scale. However, percentage score criteria and how GPA is converted may vary depending on the school.

Note: The above tables are for reference only on how to convert GPAs. When preparing your application to study in Canada, you should not apply a common conversion table for all schools yourself. Check the requirements of your school or application review organization to find out how to convert a 10 scale to an acceptable GPA.

4.5 Conversion to Australia and New Zealand

Australia doesn't share a fixed GPA scale — many schools use the Weighted Average Mark (WAM) on a 100-point scale, while others use a 7.0 or 4.0 scale, depending on their own policies. Therefore, there is no specific percentage conversion table that applies to all schools in Australia; Vietnam's cumulative GPA is often self-collated and converted by each school when considering admission documents or scholarships. New Zealand takes a similar approach, with no public fixed exchange table. Therefore, please contact IDP to find out how to redeem points for each specific school

The higher the GPA, the more opportunities to access high-value scholarships, although each school and each country has its own criteria. Usually the common levels are divided as follows:

• Scholarship of about 20% of tuition fee

(GPA from 6.5–7.0): basic scholarship level, many schools automatically consider if they meet the entrance requirements.

• 25%–50% tuition scholarship

(GPA between 7.0–8.0): in addition to GPA, applications often need personal essays, extracurricular activities, and outstanding academic achievements.

• Scholarship 50%–100% of tuition fee

(GPA of 8.0 or higher): a group of highly competitive scholarships, required

In addition to GPA, schools also consider English language certificates (IELTS/TOEFL), essays, letters of recommendation, and extracurricular activities. As scholarship levels and eligibility vary from enrollment period to enrollment, students should directly compare with the latest admission announcement of the school they are interested in. ask for an excellent GPA and a comprehensive academic and orientation profile.