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Apply with an International diploma

Three simple steps

We have split up the admission and application process into different steps:

Application deadline

All our Bachelor's programmes start in September.

early-bird-deadline

Early bird application

If you apply between October 1 to February 28, you will receive a (conditional) admission decision within 15 working days. Appy early and enjoy the comfort of knowing your eligibility as soon as possible!

Please check our website for our exact requirements. Please note this early bird application process does not apply for our BSc International Business programme.

1 May

The 1 May application deadline applies for the following programmes:

  • BSc Econometrics and Operations Research
  • BSc Economics and Business Economics
  • BSc Bedrijfskunde (taugth in Dutch)

You can apply for September start before 1 May.

15 January - only for BSc International Business

The BSc International Business is a fixed quota programme (numerus fixus) accepting only 550 students. The application deadline for September 2027 is 15 January 2027. Please check the information about the selection procedure.

Please note: Applicants with a non-Dutch qualification have to pay an application fee in order for their application to be processed.

Last modified:17 September 2026 11.23 a.m.