UK Grade to GPA Calculator 🇬🇧

Convert UK percentage marks or degree classifications into an estimated US-style GPA. Then calculate a weighted estimated GPA or CGPA using UK credits (often 120 per year).

Tip: UK universities use percentages and degree classifications. Use the converter below to get an estimated GPA, then calculate your weighted result using credits.

Convert UK percentage / classification to an estimated GPA
Enter UK percentage or classification to see an estimated GPA
Common guide: First (70%+). 3.7–4.0, 2:1 (60–69%). ~3.3, 2:2 (50–59%). ~3.0, Third (40–49%). ~2.0
UK note: The GPA shown is an estimate for international applications. There is no single official UK-wide conversion. Always follow the method required by the institution you are applying to.

Want the universal version of this tool? Use our global GPA & CGPA calculator.

How to use this UK grade to GPA calculator

Step 1: Enter your UK percentage (or degree classification like First or 2:1) and convert it to an estimated GPA. Step 2: Use the estimated GPA with your UK credits (often 120 per year) to calculate a weighted GPA or CGPA.

If you are entering modules instead of years, use your module credits from your transcript or module handbook. This keeps the result weighted correctly.

Remember: UK-to-GPA conversions vary. This tool provides a practical estimate, not an official conversion.

FAQs

Quick answers to the most common questions about converting UK grades to an estimated GPA.

How do I convert UK percentage marks to an estimated GPA?

Enter your UK percentage (for example 65) in the converter and click Convert. The tool shows an estimated GPA based on common classification ranges, then you can use credits to calculate a weighted result.

Can I convert a UK degree classification like First or 2:1 to GPA?

Yes. Type First, 2:1, 2:2, or Third in the classification box and click Convert. You will get an estimated GPA which you can use for a weighted GPA or CGPA calculation.

What UK credits should I enter for the calculation?

Many UK undergraduate programmes use 120 credits per academic year. If you are entering modules instead of years, use the module credits shown on your transcript or module handbook.

Is the UK to GPA conversion shown here official or exact?

No. The UK does not have one official GPA standard. This tool provides an estimated GPA commonly used for international applications and the exact conversion can vary by institution.

Can I calculate a weighted GPA or CGPA after converting?

Yes. After converting your UK result to an estimated GPA, enter the estimated GPA with credits (often 120 per year) and calculate a weighted estimated GPA or CGPA.

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