Admission to the special HRSMC Class of Excellence is granted through a rigorous selection process, which includes a written application and an interview with the HRSMC Board and the scientific director.

Criteria

For Dutch students:

With an average BSc grade of 8 or higher (cum laude), you are automatically invited for an interview. If your average grade is below 8, you must submit a recommendation letter from an (assistant/associate) professor providing evidence that you rank among the top 10% of your cohort.

For Foreign students:

You must provide compelling evidence that you rank among the top 10% of your cohort, supported by a recommendation letter from a (assistant/associate) professor. Average BSc grades are less critical, as foreign grading systems may differ from the Dutch system.

Procedure 

You can apply by submitting the following documents to the HRSMC office:

• your BSc grades
• a motivation letter 
• a recommendation letter (if necessary, see the criteria above)

Applications can be sent to the HRSMC Coordinator Ms. Dr. R. Scheffelaar.

Information meeting 2025 at the University of Amsterdam Science Park:

Date: Tuesday March 11, 2025
Time: 11:00-11:30 
Room: B0.203

Information meeting 2025 at Leiden University:

Date: Tuesday March 18, 2025
Time: 15:00-15:30 
Room: C1, collegezalen schotel

Please note: The application deadline for the September 2025 start is June 6, 2025.
Interviews are scheduled for June 27, 2025.

Selected students will be invited for an interview with a HRSMC Board member and the scientific director. For international students, a telephone interview can be arranged.

Final selections will be made after the interviews.