I am applying to this program at Erasmus. I heard the drop out rate is 40 percent in first year. Is that true. Is it really hard to survive there. I have higher A 's in Maths and predicting A star in A level maths , with knowledge of Further maths. Also is it possible to do off campus jobs in first year while doing 1st year. Any tips to avoid drop out.

Hey guys! So, I have been visiting multiple universities as well as university colleges in the Netherlands. I would like to study something along the lines of sustainability, but I am also open to liberal arts and science programs. My big thing is student life (a mix of international kids but local integration, of course!); I love a good city, but with a mix of history and nice architecture.

I would love to go to Utrecht Uni for its GSS course because #1 I love the city and #2 the course looks super interesting. However, the problem is, of course, housing (which, of course, I knew about the crisis, but it's still crazy), which makes sense. So that's why I visited UCU. But honestly (I could have just gotten the wrong impression from the guides and campus), I feel that it's so isolated and the environment doesn't feel like the unique "Student life" I would be looking for!

I visited Rotterdam, the University College Erasmus, and really loved it! I loved their 1-year guaranteed housing (which turned out to be really good accommodation) as well as its integration with the normal Uninersity erasmus and the city. The student social life (clubs and housies) seems a little less juvenile (Sry if that's rude) than, like, Leiden Uni college of UCU. I was thinking of making that my top choice (also, I am taking IB and don't have the best score, 32 excluding extra points).

Sorry for all the info, but yeah, let me know what you guys think. I haven't really looked at Maastricht or Groningen because they are so far away and a little off radar, but I am open to learning! (Groningen looks very cool tho, but im not sure being so far north is useful, and since I can't visit it, I'm not sure it would be worth it to go?)

HL English 5, HL Bio 5, Hl ESS 5, SL art 5, SL math application 6, SL french B 6. I've lived in many developing countries, speak 3 languages, and am EU citizen. Idk if this would help me understand where I could get in

Hey guys, maybe this is a bit of a random shout but does anyone who has done the MSc Financial Economics know what the easiest seminar choices are? I’m struggling quite a bit and don’t want to make things unnecessarily complex for myself. Thanks!

Edit: grammar

Hi everyone, I'm trying to decide between three bachelors at Erasmus and would love to hear from current students and alumni:
•IBA (RSM)
•International Bachelor Economics and Business Economics (IBEB)
•International Bachelor Econometrics and Operations Research

A bit about me: Belgian, like economics, and I am intermediate in Maths (level comparable to A-level Maths in the UK).
I've read the official pages, but they all sound great, so I'd rather hear real experiences. A few things I'm wondering:
•How heavy is the workload and how much maths is there in each?
•How international does the classroom actually feel in practice?
•How did the programme prepare you for internships, exchange or a master's?
•What do you wish you had known before choosing, and did you ever consider switching?
If you studied one and nearly chose another, I'd especially like to hear why you picked yours.
Thanks in advance!

I’m an ap student thinking about applying for Erasmus iba, but I didn’t work hard at all for my grade 11 plus my school is very harsh on gpa, so I got a gpa of 3.3. And I now have a 5 for Chinese, a 5 for precalc, a 4 for human geo and two 3s for macro and physics 1. I will be taking OMPT-A exam soon since my school doesn’t provide calculus ab/bc until grade 12. And I have an ielts score of 7.5. Do I have a chance of getting in? I kinda feel hopeless now with my gpa.

I am 1st year student and the exams will be next week and I am so worried if I can pass or not, I am working hard but Math is very difficult. Any tips or advice before exams and if I cannot pass is the resit session will be the same or harder?
Thanks 🙏

Or is Bocconi better?

I am Hedwig ten Have. For my graduation project in the Architecture program at TU Delft, I am studying the E-building on the Erasmus University Woudestein campus in Rotterdam. My research focuses on the "resourceful reuse" of Brutalist buildings and the creation of community through a cultural center. To develop the most comprehensive design possible, me and my classmates have already gathered numerous documents and contacted various individuals and organizations; however, the insight from students themselves is missing. The master plan proposes providing additional facilities but does not yet specify exactly what they will be. I have created this survey to gain better insight into the needs of the Woudestein campus users, as I would love to here your opinion on the situation. 

Thank you in advance for participating; I look forward to your input.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeOREezTU8wLC0dje4d3HwzpmLXVXk9QfgEwOHXtKXJZtoPAA/viewform?usp=header

Hi all! I'm a PhD at EUR (ESSB) doing a research project that involves a game co-creation workshop for EUR students this upcoming Wednesday. If you are interested, you can read a bit more here and sign up: GAME CO-CREATION SESSION

There will be pizza and a €30 voucher. Hope to see some of you there!

what grades get u in erasmus (intl student)
IBEB

I just bought a ps5 and I am facing a major issue.

Whenever I am trying to connect it to the eduroam WiFi network, it says this is not supported What should I do in this case?

I'm currently living in the Hatta Building

Hi all I am a ebe student who just started. I came from Dutch highschool vwo wiskunde A and now I am really struggling with inleiding wiskunde what are some tips and is they representative for the rest of the bachelor? Any advice would be greatly appreciated

Hey guys, I'm currently in Class 12 and planning to apply to Erasmus University Rotterdam's Management of International Social Challenges programme for 2027 entry as an international applicant from India. I'm studying in Bengaluru

Background

Country: India

City: Bengaluru, Karnataka

School: Christ Junior College (CJC)

Board: Karnataka State Board

Stream: PPES - Political Science, Psychology, Economics, Sociology

Graduating: March 2027

International applicant / non-EU

Academics

Class 10: 75% - CBSE

Class 11: 80% - Best of Five (Indian State Board)

Extracurriculars

MUN: around 10 MUNs; multiple individual accolades + Best Delegation awards; part of one of the strongest MUN delegations in the Bangalore circuit

MUN Leadership: Head Delegate for multiple external MUNs; supervised/led delegations

CJC MUN: OC member at CJC MUN, one of the oldest and most reputed MUNs in the Bangalore circuit

Research: 4 published research papers + 1 research essay

Research Competition: college research paper under Sociology teacher; secured 3rd place

Independent Writing: multiple blogs/articles on economic, political and social issues

Non-profit: founder of a non-profit documenting ground realities across 15+ orphanages, old-age homes and similar institutions

Community Work: 200+ hours of work through the non-profit

Internships: fundraiser at an NGO + Civic Impact Fellowship/Internship with the Office of the MLA, Sikandra Rao, Uttar Pradesh

Debate / Quizzes / Moot Court: participated in multiple debates, Model Code quizzes, moot courts and other academic competitions

College Leadership: Event Head/Event Supervisor for multiple internal college events

Online Certifications: completed multiple online certificates relevant to economics, politics and public policy

Note

Programme interest: I'm particularly interested in the interdisciplinary focus of Management of International Social Challenges, especially its connection to international social issues, governance, development and policy.

Terminology: I refer to my institution as a "college" throughout this post because Christ Junior College is a pre-university/junior college institution, a term commonly used for this stage of education in India.

Questions

Based on this profile, how competitive would I be for admission to Management of International Social Challenges at Erasmus University Rotterdam as an international applicant?

How does my Karnataka State Board academic profile compare with what Erasmus University Rotterdam expects from Indian applicants?

Which parts of my extracurricular profile would be most relevant to emphasise in my application?

The Erasmus University Challenge is back! Do you have an entrepreneurial idea, startup, or just the drive to make impact? This is your chance to join a vibrant community of changemakers, connect with industry partners, and compete for prizes, coaching, and career opportunities.

The Erasmus University Challenge is the university’s first introduction to entrepreneurship, offering a platform for students to explore innovation and business development. This competition is open to all students from all universities - Bachelor, Master, PhD, and PDEng - who are eager to turn their ideas into reality.

Do you want to be standing with a big cheque, a business plan and a lot of new LinkedIn connections at the end of the challenge? Apply now for this challenging and worthwhile experience and let us help you on your path to success!:

https://erasmusuniversitychallenge.nl/register

Hi Guys, I'm currently an Ibeb 1y student and I would like to ask if has anyone not passed the whole of Block 1 on their first try, and then retaken Accounting and Mathematics in July? I don’t think I’ll be able to pass these two exams in October. I underestimated everything and now I’m studying like crazy. Are the other blocks easier?

Hey everyone! I’m urgently looking for someone to take over my room at The Social Hub Rotterdam 🏠

📍 Willem Ruyslaan 225, Rotterdam

🛏️ Double room with a private bathroom

📅 Available immediately until August

💶 €1,200 per month, all-inclusive

🏋️ Gym, laundry and garage included for free

The room is fully furnished and the takeover will be arranged officially through The Social Hub. You need to be enrolled at a recognized educational institution in the Netherlands.

If you’re interested or know someone who might be, please contact me ASAP! DM me for photos and more details 🙏

I had a 9.2 GPA in 11th grade. I’ll apply for IBA. Do you think I have a realistic chance of getting in? And if you have some advices for the Motivation Questions part I would like to know.

How many classes per week are there (i know there's mandatory attendance)? Also do you guys know anything about how seminars corporate finance and Stock Pricing & Investment Strategies are? How did people find them? Thanks!

Hi everyone, I'm a new IBEB student and I'm finding block one really difficult. Will the other blocks be like this too? Do you have any advice? What's your experience in that?

Thanks

Does anyone know any good associations i can join. ive only seen erasmus tech community with recruitment still open. https://forms.gle/5bo8nbJWqyGwDjDw8