Calculate and convert French Baccalauréat scores for international university applications. This calculator handles the French grading system (0-20 scale) and converts to US GPA, UK classifications, and other international standards.
French Baccalauréat Grade Calculator
The French Baccalauréat is the national secondary school exit examination, essential for university admission in France and internationally recognized.
French Grading Scale (0-20)
- 18-20: Excellent (Très Bien avec Félicitations)
- 16-17.9: Very Good (Très Bien)
- 14-15.9: Good (Bien)
- 12-13.9: Fairly Good (Assez Bien)
- 10-11.9: Satisfactory (Passable - no mention)
- Below 10: Failing (Échec)
Baccalauréat Types
- Général: Academic track for university preparation
- Technologique: Technical track with specialized subjects
- Professionnel: Vocational track for immediate employment
New System (2021+)
- Tronc Commun: Core subjects (60% of final grade)
- Spécialités: Specialized subjects chosen by student (32%)
- Options: Optional subjects (8%)
- Contrôle Continu: Continuous assessment (40%)
- Épreuves Terminales: Final exams (60%)
International Recognition
- Widely accepted by universities worldwide
- Often requires minimum 12/20 for international admission
- Higher scores (16+) needed for competitive programs
- May require additional entrance exams or language tests