Our PhD positions are fully funded in accordance with Dutch labour laws, so there is no need to fill out scholarship forms. A salary is automatically granted upon admission.
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- Friday, 11 October 2024
Our PhD positions are fully funded in accordance with Dutch labour laws, so there is no need to fill out scholarship forms. A salary is automatically granted upon admission.
For ERIM/RSM projects, it is ideal to have GMAT or GRE scores that place you in or above the 85th percentile of test takers, along with a strong command of English. For the internet-based TOEFL, a minimum total score of 100 is required, with all section scores (writing, speaking, reading, and listening) being at least 23. For the paper-based TOEFL, a minimum score of 600 is required. For IELTS, an overall band score of 7.5 is required, with all section scores (writing, speaking, reading, and listening) being at least 6.5.
It is possible to apply without GMAT/GRE scores; however, we will seek additional evidence of excellence, such as very good grades (top 15%) in your previous degrees (GPA), degrees from renowned universities, a strong master’s thesis, research experience, publications, or other outputs that demonstrate scientific engagement.
You may also apply for a waiver from TOEFL/IELTS if the medium of instruction for your entire university education (bachelor's and master's programmes) was English. In this case, please include an additional letter along with your application and ensure that you attach any relevant documents. The final decision on the waiver request will be made by ERIM.
ERIM does not conduct preliminary assessments, so please do not send your documents via email. We cannot evaluate your eligibility over the phone or through email.
We kindly ask that you refrain from inquiring about your application's status before the selection period is complete. All applicants will be notified of the results in due time.
Unfortunately, this is not possible.
No, we only accept official GMAT or GRE test results.
Typically, PhD projects begin in September with the start of the academic year. However, exceptions can be made in certain cases. For instance, if you are selected but will only receive your master’s degree officially in September, you may start your PhD in October or November. Other exceptions may also be possible.
Yes, applicants are required to provide a TOEFL or IELTS language test result regardless of whether they have taken the GMAT or GRE.
No, we only accept TOEFL or IELTS test results.
Yes, we accept results from the online versions of the required tests, with the exception of the online IELTS. Please ensure that the official score report is sent to ERIM.
No, we do not accept the TOEFL ITP test.
ERIM's Full-time PhD programme is available only on a full-time basis. If you are interested in ERIM's part-time PhD programme, please refer to this page.
No, we do not support the sandwich model.
No, ERIM does not provide housing facilities. Incoming international staff can refer to EUR's website for tips on finding housing.
Certified copies can be issued by your university, a notary, a sworn translator or at a City Hall.
You may apply for a maximum of two projects. Any additional applications will be invalidated. Both projects can be within the same specialisation.
The required educational background for the ERIM's PhD programme is a four-year Dutch scientific university degree (MSc or MA) or its international equivalent. MBA degree holders may apply, but please note that an MBA does not guarantee admission to a PhD programme in the Netherlands. This is primarily because MBA programmes, even highly ranked ones, tend to be more practically oriented than academically focused. If your MBA programme includes a graded master’s thesis as a standard part of its curriculum, you may have a better chance of being considered for admission to a PhD programme in the Netherlands.
No, you are not required to travel to Rotterdam. Online interviews (via MS Teams or Zoom) can be arranged as an alternative to in-person meetings.
Yes, you can apply. In this case, you need to submit the most recent (provisional) official list of grades instead of the final transcript. However, please note that a PhD appointment can only be made once your master’s degree is formally obtained, and your final study results are excellent.
Yes. For ERIM/RSM projects, it is ideal to have GMAT or GRE scores that place you in or above the 85th percentile of test takers.
While it is possible to apply without GMAT or GRE scores, we will seek additional evidence of excellence, such as very good grades (top 15%) in your previous degrees (GPA), degrees from renowned universities, an strong master’s thesis, research experience, publications, or other outputs that demonstrate scientific engagement.
To be eligible for ERIM's PhD programme, you need a four-year Dutch scientific university degree (MSc or MA) or its international equivalent. We conduct equivalency checks on non-Dutch degrees as part of the standard admission procedure. If there are any doubts, we consult the Admissions Office at EUR for an assessment of your educational profile. You can refer to Nuffic's website to estimate the equivalency of your degree.
We do not charge tuition fees to accepted PhD candidates.
No, there is no application fee.
Yes, you may re-take the tests. If you achieve a higher score, the admissions committee will consider your best results.