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From: Germany (1.0–5.0 (1=best))To: Korean GPAStatus: estimate
Unofficial estimate for planning. Different systems mark differently, so we map achievement level (not raw percentage). Official applications need a credential evaluation.
Converting Germany grades for study in South Korea
Applying to a South Korea university with a Germany transcript means translating your marks into the local system: Korean GPA. Enter your grade above for an instant estimate, and use the full table below to see how each band maps.
Germany → South Korea at a glance
| 1.0–5.0 (1=best) | Korean GPA (est.) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 4.4 · A+ |
| 1.7 | 3.5 · B+ |
| 2.3 | 2.8 · C+ |
| 3 | 2.2 · C0 |
| 4 | 1.3 · D |
How the South Korea system works
Korean universities assess transcripts directly and usually require Apostille-certified documents. Most use a 4.5 scale (some 4.3 or 4.0).
Is it competitive?
Most South Korea master's programmes look for the equivalent of a US 3.0+ (an upper-second / good average), with competitive and funded programmes wanting more. Convert first, then check each programme's stated minimum. For a credit-weighted multi-course result, use the WES iGPA calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How do Germany grades convert to the South Korea system?
We map your Germany grade to a US 4.0 equivalent, then into South Korea's own scale (Korean GPA) using standard credential-evaluation bands. It's an unofficial estimate — see the table above for the full mapping.
Is this an official conversion?
No. Use it for planning and shortlisting. Korean universities assess transcripts directly and usually require Apostille-certified documents. Most use a 4.5 scale (some 4.3 or 4.0).
What Germany grade do I need to study in South Korea?
It depends on the programme, but a strong upper-tier %s result (roughly a US 3.0+ equivalent) is competitive for most master's programmes; selective and funded programmes expect more.