OMPT-C deep dive

OMPT-C — format, topics & how to prepare.

The lightest, most foundational OMPT. Numbers, algebra, linear equations and basic geometry — no calculus, no statistics. Here's the format, what it covers, the pass marks, and how to train.

The format, at a glance.

30
questions · ~4 min each
120min
total duration
66
syllabus topics
~40h
recommended prep
0
of your own calculator
≤8d
to get your result
Lightest OMPT variant Open math entry, checked by a CAS Live human proctoring (ProctorU), from home Basic on-screen calculator provided Available in English and Dutch

What it covers.

Four foundational chapters — core quantitative skills only. No calculus, no statistics, no trigonometry.

Chapter 1

Numbers

Integers, fractions, decimals, percentages, ratios, powers and roots — arithmetic done cleanly and by hand.

Chapter 2

Algebra

Expanding and factoring, simplifying expressions, working with variables and basic manipulation of formulas.

Chapter 3

Linear formulas & equations

Solving linear equations, rearranging formulas, slopes and intercepts, and reading straight-line graphs.

Chapter 4

Basic geometry

Lines and angles, triangles and their properties, and the Pythagorean theorem.

What each chapter is worth.

omptest.org does publish the weighting of each exam — not on the syllabus page, which is where we looked for years, but on its learning assessment page, read on 11 August 2026: Numbers 35% · Algebra 25% · Linear formulas and equations 25% · Geometry 15%. The bars above are those percentages, and the right-hand column is the official share itself. Our mock exams draw on exactly these numbers: the bars on this page and the weights our engine draws from are the same file, and the build fails if they ever disagree.

Numbers35%
Algebra25%
Linear formulas & equations25%
Basic geometry15%
Numbers and algebra carry most of the test. The geometry chapter is small but high-yield — lines, angles, triangles and Pythagoras are quick points if you've drilled them. These topic shares are also the weights our own mock exams use: the bars on this page and the weights our engine draws from are the same file, checked against each other on every build.

Who takes it.

OMPT-C is the foundational check — used where a programme needs basic quantitative skills rather than advanced maths.

Typical profile

Humanities & some social science

Often the variant for humanities tracks, communication science and some psychology routes — programmes that want a solid numeric base without calculus or statistics.

Example

Radboud University

Lists OMPT-C as an option for Psychology (alongside OMPT-E) and for Communication Science (C / D / E). Minimum score generally around 55%.

Example

Amsterdam University College

Accepts OMPT across its tracks; the Humanities route typically maps to the lighter variant. Confirm the exact variant with the programme.

Don't assume the variant. Programme-to-variant mappings change yearly and a single faculty can ask for different variants per track. Some psychology and communication programmes accept C or E. Always confirm which OMPT your specific programme requires on its official admission page.

Universities that ask for OMPT-C.

From the university pages in our directory. Few programmes name OMPT-C publicly — always confirm on your programme's admission page.

Psychology accepts OMPT-C or OMPT-E (E recommended); Communication Science lists C / D / E
the Humanities track tends towards the lighter variant — inferred, not officially mapped
These are the only universities in our directory that publicly associate a programme with OMPT-C. If your admission letter names OMPT-C, that's your source of truth; if you're unsure which variant you need, compare all OMPT variants →

The real exam doesn't forgive.

It's the lightest OMPT — but it's still paid, proctored and attempt-limited. Walking in cold is expensive.

240 €
per official attempt
OMPT-C price (D/F cost 270 €)
1–3
attempts, by programme
1 at Erasmus School of Economics, 3 at Utrecht — check yours
50–75%
to pass
varies by university & programme
≤8 d
for your result
working days after submission
Taken from home under live ProctorU proctoring (webcam, mic, photo ID, room scan) — book at least 72 hours ahead. Your own calculator is banned; a basic on-screen one is provided. With as few as 1 paid attempt and a result that can take 8 working days, failing can cost hundreds of euros and an admission deadline. Practical target: score comfortably above 75% in realistic practice and you're in range for every published cutoff.

How to prepare with OMPT Trainer.

Three steps. The OMPT-C is shallow but unforgiving on careless arithmetic — beat it with reps, not cramming.

1

Diagnose with a free test

Start with a free practice test and get an instant per-topic breakdown. You'll see in minutes whether numbers, algebra, linear equations or geometry is your weak spot.

2

Drill your gaps, calculator-free

Train the four chapters with randomised questions and worked solutions — by hand or with the basic on-screen calculator only. Build clean arithmetic habits the exam rewards.

3

Simulate, then book

Sit a full-length, timed mock under exam conditions. When you clear 75% comfortably twice, book the real OMPT-C — not before.

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Prepare further.

Three quick reads before you book the paid OMPT-C:

Wondering is the OMPT hard? For OMPT-C the bar sits lower than for the calculus variants, but the exact-answer entry (checked by a CAS) still takes practice. Check the OMPT pass marks by university for your cutoff, then do a dry run with the free OMPT mock exam — the OMPT-C mock exam uses C's own format. Before booking, confirm whether you can retake OMPT-C and how many attempts your university allows, and check the 2026 OMPT deadlines and Studielink dates.

FAQ

How long is the OMPT-C, and how many questions?

30 questions in 120 minutes — about 4 minutes each, the most generous pacing of any OMPT. The syllabus covers 66 topics with ~40 hours of prep recommended, making it the lightest variant.

What topics are on the OMPT-C?

Four foundational areas: numbers, algebra, linear formulas and equations, and basic geometry (lines, angles, triangles, Pythagoras). No calculus, no statistics, no trigonometry.

What score do I need to pass?

It depends on your university and programme. Published cutoffs for OMPT tests range from ~55% (e.g. Radboud) up to ~75% (most demanding, e.g. Utrecht). Always check your programme's admission page.

Who usually takes the OMPT-C?

Typically humanities tracks, communication science and some psychology routes — programmes that need basic quantitative skills rather than advanced maths. At Radboud, for example, Psychology accepts OMPT-C or OMPT-E. Confirm which your programme asks for.

How much does it cost and how many attempts do I get?

An official OMPT-C attempt costs 240 € (D and F cost 270 €). Most programmes allow 2 attempts; Utrecht allows up to 3, and Erasmus School of Economics allows only 1. Results arrive within about 8 working days. Because attempts are limited and paid, prepare thoroughly before booking.

How do I book the official OMPT-C?

On the official omptest.org site, at least 72 hours ahead of your slot. We've written a step-by-step walkthrough: how to book the OMPT →

Is this the official OMPT website?

No. OMPT Trainer is an independent practice resource, not affiliated with SOWISO or the official exam. Book the real test on the official site; train here.

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