Filipino Degrees and Grades: Your U.S. Equivalent
How Filipino certificates, diplomas and degrees compare with U.S. education, and how Filipino grades convert to U.S. grades. Certified evaluation within 24 Hours.
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Filipino credentials at a glance
| Filipino credential | U.S. equivalent |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma - Katibayan/Katunayan | High School Diploma |
| Bachelor of Science - Batsilver sa Agham | Bachelor's Degree |
| Bachelor of Arts - Batsilver sa Sining | Bachelor's Degree |
| Master of Laws | Master's Degree |
| Master of Science | Master's Degree |
| Doctor of Civil Law | Doctor of Philosophy |
| Doctor of Public Health | Doctor of Philosophy |
How Filipino grades convert to U.S. grades
The standard grading scale for the Philippines's schools and universities:
| Filipino mark or grade | U.S. grade |
|---|---|
| 96-100 | A |
| 94-95 | A |
| 91-93 | A- |
| 89-90 | B+ |
| 86-88 | B |
| 83-85 | B- |
| 80-82 | C+ |
| 77-79 | C |
| 75-76 | C- |
| 70-74 | D |
| 0-69 | F |
| 1-1.24 | A |
| 1.25-1.49 | A |
| 1.5-1.74 | A- |
| 1.75-1 | B+ |
| 2-2.24 | B |
| 2.25-2.49 | B- |
| 2.5-2.74 | C+ |
| 2.75-2 | C |
| 3 | C- |
| 4 | D |
| 5 | F |
Every Filipino credential we evaluate (33)
Our evaluation data for the Philippines, by level. The U.S. equivalent on your evaluation also depends on your program, school and transcripts.
Secondary school (4)
| Filipino credential | Typical length | U.S. equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| High School Diploma - Katibayan/Katunayan | 4 years | High School Diploma |
| High School Diploma - Katibayan/Katunayan/2018 onwards | 2-4 years | High School Diploma |
| High School Diploma - Sertipiko ng pangalawang edukasyon | 4 years | High School Diploma |
| Junior High School Diploma 2016 onwards | 4 years | Two Years of High School (10th grade) |
Undergraduate (17)
| Filipino credential | Typical length | U.S. equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| Associate Degree - Asosyado | 1-3 years | Associate Degree |
| Baccalaureate in Canon Law - Juris Canonici Baccalaureus | 3-4 years | Three Years Towards a Bachelor's Degree |
| Baccalaureate in Sacred Theology - Sacrae Theologiae Baccalaureus | 3-4 years | Three Years Towards a Bachelor's Degree |
| Bachelor of Arts - Batsilver sa Sining | 4-6 years | Bachelor's Degree |
| Bachelor of Commerce | 4-6 years | Bachelor's Degree |
| Bachelor of Elementary Education | 4 years | Bachelor's Degree |
| Bachelor of Laws - Batsilver sa Pambabatas | 4-6 years | Bachelor's Degree (First Professional Degree) |
| Bachelor of Science - Batsilver sa Agham | 4-6 years | Bachelor's Degree |
| Bachelor of Secondary Education | 4 years | Bachelor's Degree |
| Bachelor's Degree | 4-6 years | Bachelor's Degree |
| Doctor of Dental Medicine | 4-6 years | Bachelor's Degree (First Professional Degree) |
| Doctor of Medicine - Doktor sa Medisina | 4-5 years | Bachelor's Degree (First Professional Degree) |
| Doctor of Veterinary Medicine | 4-6 years | Bachelor's Degree (First Professional Degree) |
| Graduate in Midwifery or Diploma in Midwifery - Tapos sa Pagnanarses or Tapos sa Kurso ng Pagnanarses | 2-3 years | Associate Degree |
| Graduate in Nursing | 3 years | Three Years Towards a Bachelor's Degree |
| Juris Doctor | 5 years | Juris Doctor |
| Technical Education and Skills Authority National Certificate Level I-III | 1-3 years | Vocational Training Certificate (state equivalent hours only) |
Graduate (6)
| Filipino credential | Typical length | U.S. equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| Expert or Master's Degree - Dalubhasa or Kadalubhasaan | 2-3 years | Master's Degree |
| Licentiate in Canon Law - Juris Canonici Licentiatus | 2-5 years | Master's Degree |
| Licentiate in Sacred Theology - Sacrae Theologiae Licentiatus | 2-5 years | Master's Degree |
| Master of Laws | 2 years | Master's Degree |
| Master of Science | 2-3 years | Master's Degree |
| Postgraduate Diploma | 1-2 years | One Year Towards Master's Degree |
Doctoral and professional (6)
| Filipino credential | Typical length | U.S. equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| Doctor of Canon Law - Juris Canonici Doctor | 2-5 years | Doctor of Philosophy |
| Doctor of Civil Law | 3-5 years | Doctor of Philosophy |
| Doctor of Education | 3 years | Doctor of Education |
| Doctor of Philosophy - Doktor sa Pilosopiya | 3-5 years | Doctor of Philosophy |
| Doctor of Public Health | 3-5 years | Doctor of Philosophy |
| Doctor of Sacred Theology - Sacrae Theologiae Doctor | 2-5 years | Doctor of Philosophy |
Filipino credential evaluation: common questions
Is a High School Diploma - Katibayan/Katunayan from the Philippines equal to a U.S. high school diploma?
Yes. A High School Diploma - Katibayan/Katunayan is evaluated as equivalent to a U.S. High School Diploma.
Is a Filipino Bachelor of Science - Batsilver sa Agham equal to a U.S. bachelor's degree?
Yes. A Bachelor of Science - Batsilver sa Agham from the Philippines is evaluated as equivalent to a U.S. Bachelor's Degree.
How are Filipino grades converted to U.S. grades and GPA?
Each subject's mark or grade is converted to a U.S. letter grade using the Philippines's grading scale, then to grade points on the U.S. 4.0 scale. A Course by Course evaluation shows every subject and your GPA.
Do my documents need to be translated?
Documents that aren't in English need a translation. We translate them as part of your order, at $27.50 per page (up to 250 words), normally within one day.
How fast can I get my Filipino credentials evaluated?
Within 24 Hours of payment and receipt of your documents, or it's free (conditions apply). Rush evaluations are delivered within 8 hours.
