Using the Modified Bavarian Formula, this straightforward German grade converter converts grades in GPA, %, or the American grading system (1.0-4.0) into the German grading system (4.0-1.0).
Grading Practice in Germany
There are a number of grade conversion methods that can accurately approximate the German grading system. The modified bavarian formula is one of these systems that is utilized by most colleges. According to a WES research, the typical grade in Germany is roughly 3.0, and the table below shows how a 3.0 would translate to a B in the US.
Grading Practice in India
In India, most colleges either use the CGPA (Cumulative GPA), a 10-point scale, or simple percentages. The 10 point scale can be absolute, in which case it would simply be the percentage divided by 10, or relative (as is the case with most prestigious universities like the IITs, NITs, and BITS Pilani).
Since a minimum graduation rate of 50% is required, certain colleges in India grade / score quite strictly. Your CGPA/Percentage would be 7.0, or 70%, if you were an average student at such a college. Your GPA on a German scale would be 2.80 if you used the conversion table above. However, if your GPA is higher than 2.50 on the German scale, the majority of prestigious German universities may immediately reject your application. It's like comparing apples to oranges or german apples to indian apples; it won't work! Because of this, few colleges require you to convert your score.
Our Advice
- Unless specifically requested by the university, do not transfer your score to the German grading system. Apply using the university's grading system for bachelor's degrees.
- If the grading policy at your school was really strict. Mention your highest grade and your ranking in relation to the top student in the SOP (for example, you could indicate that you are in the top 10% of students). Few prestigious universities take this into consideration with the same attention as TUM.
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