Academic grading in Kenya
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In Kenya the grading system varies according to overall performance of candidates in the national exam called KCSE.
For example, in 2006, a mean grade A corresponded with 76 and upwards percentage points, while in 2007 it changed to 81 and upwards points. However, generally, the grading system is as follows:
| Percent | Grade |
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| 75-100% | A |
| 70-74% | A- |
| 65-69% | B+ |
| 60-64% | B |
| 55-59% | C+ |
| 50-54% | C- |
| 45-49% | D+ |
| 40-44% | D |
| 35-39% | D- |
| 0-39% | E |
Those with mean grade A to B+ are eligible for entry to a public government funded university.
The rest can go to a private university.
