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 an (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 an HRSMC Board member and the scientific director. For international students, a telephone interview can be arranged.

Final selections will be made after the interviews.