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Israeli University Grading Scale
Israeli universities use a 0–100 percentage scale with five named grade bands — from Metzuyan (Excellent, 90–100) down to Lo Maspik (Insufficient, below 60). The minimum passing grade is 60 at most institutions, though some set it at 55. This page explains how the bands work, how the university scale compares with the Bagrut matriculation system, and how OpenEduCat automates grade calculation and transcript generation for Israeli higher education institutions.
Israeli University Grade Bands
The five standard grade bands used across Israeli universities on the 0–100 scale.
| Hebrew / English Label | English | Score Range | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| מצוין (Metzuyan) | Excellent | 90–100 | Outstanding academic achievement. Required for competitive programmes such as medicine, law, and computer science at leading Israeli universities. |
| טוב מאוד (Tov Meod) | Very Good | 80–89 | Very good performance. Qualifies for most post-graduate and honours programmes. A common target for scholarship eligibility. |
| טוב (Tov) | Good | 70–79 | Good performance. Clearly above the pass threshold. Acceptable for most degree programme continuance requirements. |
| מספיק (Maspik) | Satisfactory | 60–69 | Satisfactory — minimum passing grade at the majority of Israeli universities. Some institutions set the pass at 55; always verify the specific institution's regulations. |
| לא מספיק (Lo Maspik) | Insufficient / Fail | Below 60 | Fail. Course must be retaken or a Moed Bet (second sitting) taken if eligible. The exact fail boundary is 60 at most universities and 55 at others. |
Source: Israeli higher education conventions. Pass threshold varies by institution (55 or 60). Always verify with the specific university regulations.
Bagrut vs University Grading — Key Differences
Both systems share the 0–100 scale, but the pass thresholds and purposes differ significantly.
| Aspect | Bagrut (Secondary) | University |
|---|---|---|
| Scale | 0–100 percentage | 0–100 percentage |
| Minimum pass | 56 average across all subjects | 60 (most institutions); 55 at some |
| Top band label | Metzuyan — typically ≥90 | Metzuyan — typically ≥90 |
| Awarding body | Ministry of Education (Misrad HaChinuch) | Individual university |
| Purpose | Secondary school leaving certificate (matriculation) | Higher education degree transcript |
| Subject unit weight | 3, 4, or 5 unit depth affects Bagrut average calculation | Credit hours determine course weighting in GPA |
How OpenEduCat Supports the Israeli 0–100 System
Pre-configured grade bands, configurable pass thresholds, and automatic transcript generation for Israeli higher education.
Configurable Pass Threshold (60 or 55)
The Israeli pass threshold is institution-dependent. OpenEduCat allows the registry to set the pass mark at 60 (default) or 55 at the faculty or programme level. Failed courses are automatically flagged for student advising workflows.
Automatic Grade Band Assignment
When numerical scores are entered, the system automatically assigns the Hebrew grade band label — Metzuyan, Tov Meod, Tov, Maspik, or Lo Maspik. Labels appear on student transcripts and grade reports in both Hebrew and English.
Credit-Weighted Average Calculation
Israeli universities calculate student averages using credit-hour weighting. OpenEduCat computes the weighted average automatically across all enrolled courses, making it available for honours classification, scholarship determination, and overseas conversion letters.
GPA Conversion Letter Generation
For students applying to overseas programmes, the registrar can generate a GPA conversion letter alongside the official transcript. The conversion table maps Israeli percentage scores to US 4.0 GPA equivalents using standard conversion conventions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about the Israeli university 0-100 grading scale.
Automate Israeli university grade management
OpenEduCat pre-configures the Israeli 0–100 scale with five grade bands, configurable pass thresholds, credit-weighted averaging, and bilingual transcript generation.