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From: Japan (0–100%)To: German gradeStatus: estimate
Unofficial estimate for planning. Different systems mark differently, so we map achievement level (not raw percentage). Official applications need a credential evaluation.
Converting Japan grades for study in Germany
Applying to a Germany university with a Japan transcript means translating your marks into the local system: German grade. Enter your grade above for an instant estimate, and use the full table below to see how each band maps.
Japan → Germany at a glance
| 0–100% | German grade (est.) |
|---|---|
| 92 | 1.0 · sehr gut (1=best) |
| 82 | 1.3 · sehr gut (1=best) |
| 72 | 2.3 · gut (1=best) |
| 62 | 3.3 · ausreichend (1=best) |
| 55 | 5.0 · nicht ausreichend (1=best) |
How the Germany system works
uni-assist evaluates foreign qualifications for most German universities and converts your grade with the modified Bavarian formula. Lower is better — 1.0 is the top mark.
Is it competitive?
Most Germany 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 Japan grades convert to the Germany system?
We map your Japan grade to a US 4.0 equivalent, then into Germany's own scale (German grade) 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. uni-assist evaluates foreign qualifications for most German universities and converts your grade with the modified Bavarian formula. Lower is better — 1.0 is the top mark.
What Japan grade do I need to study in Germany?
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.