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FAQ

• a - To whom does selection and placement apply?

  The selection and placement procedure applies to everyone who wishes to start in the first year of one of the bachelor’s programs listed above for the first time.

  This also applies to:

  • current ºÚÁϸ£ÀûÍø students enrolled in another program who wish to switch to a numerus fixus program and start in the first year of that program;
  • applicants who have previously participated in the selection procedure and were offered a place, but ultimately did not start the program.

   

   

   

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• b - Why do I (as Dutch student) need a DigiD and how can I apply for one?

  If you are a Dutch student, you will need a DigiD to apply through Studielink. This applies to both numerus fixus programs and programs without selection.

  Make sure you apply for your DigiD well in advance, preferably at least one month before you submit your application, as the application and activation process may take several days. You can apply for a DigiD via .

  If you do not have a Dutch residential address and are therefore unable to apply for a DigiD, you can find more information and a step-by-step guide on the .

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• c - How many numerus fixus programs can I apply for?

  You may apply for a maximum of two numerus fixus programs per academic year.

  Please note: for the programs Medicine, Oral Health Sciences, Physiotherapy, and Dentistry, you may only apply to one university or university of applied sciences per academic year.

  By law, you may participate in the selection procedure for the same program a maximum of three times. Educational institutions may set a lower limit, but not a higher one. ºÚÁϸ£ÀûÍø follows the legal maximum, which means you may participate in the selection procedure for the same program up to three times.

  Please note: the same program at...

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• d - Can I prepare for the selection process?

  You can prepare for the selection procedure by learning as much as possible about the program. For example, consider whether the program truly matches your interests, skills, and expectations. It is also important to familiarize yourself with the selection procedure, deadlines, and other important dates well in advance.

  Any additional preparation requirements vary by program. Therefore, always consult the program-specific information for the program you wish to apply to.

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• f - How is my ranking decided?

  Your ranking number is determined based on several selection criteria.

  The ranking is established using:

  (a) your grade point average (GPA); and
  (b) the results of one or more tests and/or assignments that are part of the program's selection procedure.

  Exception: for the Mechanical Engineering program, the ranking is based solely on the results of the selection tests. Your GPA is not taken into account.

  The results of the different components are first converted into comparable scores. These scores are then combined into a single total score. For most programs, both your GPA and the results of...

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• g - What is the result of participating in the selection?

  On April 15, you will receive an email via Studielink containing only your ranking number. Therefore, make sure to keep an eye on your inbox.

  If your ranking number falls within the program's capacity, meaning within the number of available places, you will receive a separate email from Studielink offering you a place in the program. Through Studielink, you can either accept or decline this offer. You must do so within 14 days of receiving the message.

  Please note: being offered or accepting a place does not automatically mean that you are eligible for admission to the program. Selection and...

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• h - How do I provide my grades?

  Shortly after submitting your application, you will receive a request to submit your grades. To do so, you must upload a certified copy of your grade list and enter your grades via a dedicated application website.

  A certified copy is a copy of your diploma or grade list that has been provided with an original stamp and signature from your (secondary) school. By doing so, the school confirms that the copy is a true representation of the original document.

  Which grade list do I need to submit?

  • Applying with a VWO diploma: all VWO applicants must submit the standard VWO 5 grade list. This grade...

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• i - How does ºÚÁϸ£ÀûÍø calculate the average fifth grade pre-university grade ("5-Vwo") or GPA?

  To calculate your vwo 5 grade average or GPA, we add up all the grades listed on your VWO 5 grade list that you have entered during the application process. We then divide this total by the number of subjects. The result is rounded to two decimal places.

  Only subjects that are part of the Central Written Examinations (CSE) according to the 2027 Examenblad are included in the calculation. If Mathematics D (Wiskunde D) is part of your curriculum, this subject is also included in the GPA calculation.

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• j - For one course I don't have a number, instead I have received a letter grade (V, G,O etc.). What should I fill in?

  If you received a letter grade for a subject instead of a numerical grade, please convert it to a number using the table below:

  • ZS (Very poor) → 1
  • S (Poor) → 2
  • RO (Insufficient) → 3
  • O (Unsatisfactory) → 4
  • M (Moderate) → 5
  • V (Sufficient) → 6
  • RV (More than sufficient) → 7
  • G (Good) → 8
  • ZG (Very good) → 9
  • U (Excellent/Outstanding) → 10

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• k - My grades include decimals, but I can only enter whole numbers. What should I do?

  If your grades include decimals, you must round them to a whole number before entering them.

  Use the following rounding scheme:

  • 0.000 - 0.499 → 0
  • 0.500 - 1.499 → 1
  • 1.500 - 2.499 → 2
  • 2.500 - 3.499 → 3
  • 3.500 - 4.499 → 4
  • 4.500 - 5.499 → 5
  • 5.500 - 6.499 → 6
  • 6.500 - 7.499 → 7
  • 7.500 - 8.499 → 8
  • 8.500 - 9.499 → 9
  • 9.500 - 9.999 → 10

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• l - What happens when I have the exactly same ranking number as somebody else?

  It is possible for two applicants to achieve exactly the same score in the selection procedure. In that case, the VWO 5 grade average or GPA is used as a tie-breaker. The applicant with the higher grade average will receive the higher ranking number.

  If the VWO 5 grade averages are also exactly the same, the higher ranking number will be determined by a lottery draw.

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• m - I have dyslexia/dyscalculia. What do I need to take into consideration?

  If you have dyslexia and/or dyscalculia, you must submit a valid dyslexia or dyscalculia statement no later than January 22. Only statements submitted before this deadline can be taken into account during the selection procedure.

  Do you require accommodations during the selection procedure due to a disability or learning difference, such as dyslexia or dyscalculia? Please indicate this when submitting your application in Studielink. If you did not do so, please email your request to esa.planningsupportcenter@remove-this.tue.nl no later than January 15.

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