Introduction
After you check your WASSCE results and begin your search for the right programme at the university or training college, you will be required to calculate your WASSCE grades to determine if you meet the cut-off point to gain admission.
In this post, I will take you through how you can calculate your WASSCE grades to check if you meet the admissions cut off point. I will also take you through how you can derive a good aggregate although you had bad grades in some subjects.
What is a grade cut-off point for school admission?
A grade cutoff point for school admission is a set of grade requirements stated by the school to which any other grade beyond will not be accepted.
Can I get admission if I do not meet the cut-off point?
There is a possibility to get admission if you do not meet the cut-off point but this is only in very rare cases when most applicants do not meet the said cut off point or the number of applicants is less. Even so, you will be required to meet the general entry requirements.
Calculating your WASSCE grades
The WASSCE grades are determined with points, for example, A1 is 1, B2 is 2 and C6 is 6. So if you got an A1 in 3 core subjects and 3 electives, you will multiply 1 by 6 and your total aggregate score will be 6. If the cut off point for a programme you want to pursue is 9, then you qualify to apply.
Steps to calculate your WASSCE grades to check cut off points
Below is a step by step guide to calculating your WASSCE grades to check if you are within the cut off point
- Write down the grades of your best 3 core subjects and your best 3 elective subjects (A1 – C6)
- Add all the numbers (points) from your grade (1-6) in your best 3 core subjects and 3 electives
- The total is your total aggregate score
- Check your total aggregate score if it meets the cut-off point of the program you are applying for
List of WASSCE grades and their value
| Grade | Point |
|---|---|
| A1 | 1 |
| B2 | 2 |
| B3 | 3 |
| C4 | 4 |
| C5 | 5 |
| C6 | 6 |
| D7 | 7 |
| E8 | 8 |
| F9 | 9 |
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