OMPT for Utrecht University: which variant you need and how to prepare

Which OMPT does Utrecht University require?

Utrecht University accepts the OMPT to clear a maths deficiency for Economics & Business Economics and Philosophy, Politics and Economics (PPE).

Both bachelors require OMPT-A at a minimum score of 75% — a higher bar than the usual 55% — with up to 3 attempts allowed.

Read the full guide: OMPT-A guide.

What these variants cover

• OMPT-A — algebra core (numbers, algebra, linear & quadratic equations, functions, exponentials & logarithms) through introductory differentiation (52 questions / 120 min).

Sitting the wrong variant usually means paying and sitting again, so the single most important step is to confirm the exact variant your programme lists before you book.

Why prepare before you book

The official OMPT is not a free formative test. A single attempt costs €240 (€270 for OMPT-D/F), at Utrecht University you get up to 3 attempts, but a strict 75% pass mark, and results can take up to 8 working days — long enough to threaten an enrolment deadline if you fail. Pass marks for the OMPT generally run from 55% to 75% depending on the programme.

Walking in underprepared is the expensive option. Train to the pass mark first — for the price of a couple of coffees — then book the official exam once you are consistently scoring above it.

Utrecht allows more sittings than most programmes, so it helps to confirm how many OMPT attempts Utrecht University allows and to line up Utrecht University's OMPT deadline and Studielink dates before you register.

When you are ready to book, see OMPT registration & test dates for the step-by-step process.

How to prepare for the OMPT

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