What Does D7 Mean In WAEC Result

By | June 14, 2020

What Does D7 Mean In WAEC Result

There are two different types of the examination:

  • WASSCE (November/December) – Also known as the General Certificate Examinations (GCE), by its former name; all students from private and public schools are allowed to take this examination, and uniforms are not compulsory. However, other rules and regulations are applied on every candidate. This examination is only offered during the autumn season, and the results are available by December.It is also called private examinations of which now its compulsory to register biometrically.
  • WASSCE (May/June) – Also known as the Senior School Certificate Examinations (SSCE), by its former name; this examination is made for all private and public schools in West Africa. They must also wear distinctive uniforms as described in the standards set by the school boards. This examination is offered during the summer (May to June), and the results are available by August.

WAEC grading system

Grades Definition Interpretation equivalent
A1 Excellent 75% – 100% 1
B2 Very good 70% – 74% 2
B3 Good 65% – 69% 3
C4 Credit 60%- 64% 4
C5 Credit 55% – 59% 5
C6 Credit 50% – 54% 6
D7 Pass 45% – 49% 7
E8 Pass 40% – 44% 8
F9 Fail 0% – 39% 9

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