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German grade average calculator (Notendurchschnitt)
Calculate your German Notendurchschnitt (grade average) with optional credit weighting. Shows equivalent Abitur points.
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About the German Grade Average Calculator
Enter your subject grades (1–6 scale) with optional credit weighting (Stundenanzahl) to calculate your Notendurchschnitt. The tool also shows an approximate Abitur point equivalent for Oberstufe students.
In the German grading system: 1 = sehr gut (very good), 2 = gut (good), 3 = befriedigend (satisfactory), 4 = ausreichend (adequate/pass), 5 = mangelhaft (poor), 6 = ungenügend (very poor).
How to use the German Grade Average Calculator
- Enter subjects in format: Name,Note,Weight (one per line).
- Grades must be between 1.0 and 6.0.
- Weight represents weekly hours (Stunden) or credit points.
- Choose simple or weighted average mode.
- View your Durchschnitt and Abitur point equivalent.
Frequently asked questions
How are Abitur points calculated?
The approximate conversion is: Points = 17 − 3 × Note. A 1.0 average gives 14–15 points; a 4.0 gives 5 points. The exact Abitur score depends on your state (Bundesland) and subject combination.
Should I use simple or weighted average?
Weighted is more accurate for official purposes. Main subjects (Hauptfächer) typically have double the weight (e.g. 4–5 Stunden vs 2 for Nebenfächer).
What Notendurchschnitt do I need for university?
It varies by programme. Medicine typically requires 1.0–1.2, law 1.5–2.0, popular programmes 1.5–2.5. Check the NC (Numerus Clausus) for your target.