New Zealand
NCEA grades
The grade each NCEA standard gets
| Code | Grade | Credits gained |
|---|---|---|
| N | Not Achieved | No |
| A | Achieved | Yes |
| M | Merit | Yes |
| E | Excellence | Yes |
Merit and Excellence earn no extra credits; they count toward endorsements.
Checked against the sources on 4 November 2026. Rules can change, so your board or university has the final word.
Source: NZQA: About NCEA (opened 4 November 2026)
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