A-Level to GPA Converter
Convert UK A-Level grades to US GPA for university applications and international admissions
Outstanding - Top universities worldwide
Excellent - Highly competitive
Excellent - Very competitive
Excellent - Competitive for top universities
Very Good - Good universities
Very Good - Most universities
Good - Wide range of universities
Good - Many university options
Satisfactory - University entry
Satisfactory - Foundation level
| A-Level Grade | GPA (4.0) | GPA (5.0) | US Equivalent | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A* | 4.0 | 5.0 | A+ | Outstanding |
| A | 3.7 | 4.7 | A | Excellent |
| B | 3.3 | 4.3 | B+ | Very Good |
| C | 3.0 | 4.0 | B | Good |
| D | 2.3 | 3.3 | C+ | Satisfactory |
| E | 2.0 | 3.0 | C | Pass |
| U | 0.0 | 0.0 | F | Unclassified |
Understanding A-Level to GPA Conversion
A-Levels (Advanced Level qualifications) are subject-based qualifications taken by students in the UK, typically over two years (ages 16-18). Students usually take 3-4 A-Level subjects chosen based on their interests and career goals.
A-Levels are graded from A* (highest) to E (pass), with U representing unclassified (fail). The A* grade was introduced in 2010 to distinguish the highest-achieving students.
The A-Level to GPA conversion uses a standardized mapping system:
- Each A-Level grade corresponds to a specific GPA value
- Overall GPA is calculated as the average of individual subject GPAs
- The system accounts for the rigor and depth of A-Level study
- Conversions align with how competitive US universities evaluate UK qualifications
Student Profile:
GPA Calculation:
Average GPA = (4.0 + 3.7 + 3.7 + 3.3) รท 4