The Netherlands
Nuffic (Netherlands Organisation for International Cooperation in Higher Education) recommends that Dutch universities evaluate a high school or secondary school diploma at VWO (Voorbereidend wetenschappelijk onderwijs) level if a student has earned a grade of 3, 4 or 5 on at least four AP Exams. For this evaluation, an official AP Score Report is required (to be sent directly from the College Board) in addition to the official school transcript. It should be noted that a high school diploma awarded with fewer than four AP subjects can also be evaluated as comparable to a VWO diploma, provided the student has completed a challenging academic program that includes a college preparatory program and advanced coursework.
Each university in the Netherlands sets its own policy regarding admission and academic credentials so it is important to verify the requirements with the university directly as well.
Get additional details on the Dutch policy for evaluating foreign diplomas.
Get additional information on higher education in the Netherlands.
