Admission Deadlines & Requirements
Where listed, rolling admission means that completed applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis up until the start of the term classes, not after a set deadline. Applications will be accepted until programs and courses reach capacity. If a program or class reaches full capacity, notice will be posted below. Applicants applying for federal financial aid or for scholarship consideration are recommended to submit a completed application by the posted priority consideration deadline. International applicants are required to submit by the priority consideration deadline.
The priority/early decision consideration deadline will be used as a deadline for consideration for merit or need-based scholarship for domestic applicants (fall and spring awards only). Domestic applicants should complete the SOE Scholarship Application form and any required forms for consideration by the priority/early decision deadline.
The online application form will close 11:59 p.m. (Eastern Time) on the day of the stated deadline. The Admissions Office cannot not extend or waive application deadlines for any reason, including technical issues experienced by individual applicants. Applicants who miss submitting by a deadline may apply for the next admission term available. Not all graduate programs use set deadlines. Please read the categories and explanation of deadlines below and the deadline posted by your program of interest.
- Completed applications received by the programs that list a priority or early decision deadline will receive priority review. *International applicants are encouraged to follow priority or early decision deadlines.
- Programs with a fixed or set application deadline will accept applications up until the stated date only.
- Applications received by programs that list a rolling deadline will be reviewed by the graduate program up until a month before the start of the semester applied or until space capacity has been reached.
Avoid Delays: Submit your application and supporting documents early for 2021.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the US national election in Nov. 2020, the Office of Admission is currently experiencing heavy delays in mail received from the US Postal Service and some private mail service carriers.
Check out our tips for navigating the application process and avoiding delays and missed deadlines.
DOCTORAL PROGRAMS
DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY (PhD)
| Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) | ||
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| Enrollment: | Full-Time | |
| Start Terms: | Fall only | |
| Application Deadline: | The application for Fall 2021 is now closed. Prospective students interested in receiving updates and information for the next period of admission, Fall 2022, are encouraged to complete the online Request for Information form. We anticipate that the Fall 2022 online application will open mid-summer of 2021. | |
| Prerequisite: | Earned bachelor’s (four year) and master’s degree from a regionally or nationally- accredited college or university. Previous degrees must document outstanding academic achievement in an area of study closely associated with the objectives of this PhD program. | |
| Application Requirements: | Online application form | |
| $80.00 application fee | ||
| Resume/CV | ||
| Essay: | A personal statement of professional goals (not to exceed 750 words) including responses to the following questions: 1) How will participating in the program advance your career? 2) What experiences have you had that relate to school improvement? 3) What do you hope to learn as a result of being a student in the doctoral program? |
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| Writing sample: a sample of an applicant's most professional writing that demonstrates analytic and critical writing skills (average 10-20 pages). | ||
| Three Letters of Recommendation: | At least three letters of recommendation - two submitted by faculty members who are familiar with the student's previous academic work, and one submitted by a supervisor or administrator who has been in a position to evaluate the student’s professional development. | |
| Official GRE scores | ||
| Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended | ||
| An interview may be required | ||
| International Applicants: | Please reference the International Student Admission Instructions for additional requirements. | |
DOCTOR OF EDUCATION (EdD) (ONLINE)
| Doctor of Education (EdD) | ||
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| Enrollment: | Part-time | |
| Start Terms: | Fall only | |
| Application Deadline: | The application for Fall 2021 is now closed. Prospective students interested in receiving updates and information for the next period of admission, Fall 2022, are encouraged to complete the online Request for Information form. We anticipate that the Fall 2022 online application will open mid-summer of 2021. | |
| Pre-requisite | A master’s degree consisting of a minimum of 36 credits with a 3.0 GPA minimum from a regionally or nationally accredited college or university. Students who have conferred a master’s degree that required less than 36 credits may be considered for admission, but (if admitted) will be required to complete the additional graduate credits at a regionally accredited college or university either prior to or during matriculation in the EdD program. All applicants with master’s degrees in-progress during the application review period are required, if admitted, to successfully complete and confer their master’s degree before the EdD program first semester start. Applicants who fail to submit a final official transcript with degree conferral before the start of the program will be administratively withdrawn from the program. |
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| Application Requirements: | ||
| Online application form | ||
| $80.00 application fee | ||
| Resume/CV | ||
| Personal Statement (not to exceed 750 words) including responses to the following: |
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| Describe a significant Problem of Practice relevant to your current context of professional practice. Indicate the importance of this problem within the educational landscape as well as the applicant's context of professional practice. Discuss the potential underlying causes for or contributing factors related to this problem of practice. Discuss the ways in which this problem aligns with your chosen area of specialization. |
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| Three (3) Letters of Recommendation | ||
| Three letters of recommendations signed by the recommender. These letters should include at least one from each of the following: (a) A professor with whom the applicant worked in his/her master's program who can speak to the applicant's competency to conduct rigorous scholarly work; and (b) a school/organization official who can attest to the applicant’s qualifications to pursue a doctorate, impact on his or her professional practice, and knowledge of and support for the applicant’s area of research/Problem of Practice. This letter should indicate the school/organization official’s understanding that the student will do research within his/her professional context. District support for the applicant’s research within his or her context of professional practice is an important component of the admission process. |
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| Executive Sponsor Form Applicants are required to identify and submit the name of an executive sponsor within the online application form. This sponsor should also serve as one of the three recommendation providers. The individual you select to list will not be contacted by the School during the application process. For more information on the Executive Sponsor, please contact soe-admissionsupport@jhu.edu. | ||
| GRE Admissions Test (Optional) | ||
| Applicants to the Doctor of Education EdD (Online) program are strongly encouraged to submit GRE examination scores for the General Test as part of the admission application. While the GRE examination is not a requirement for admission consideration to the program, submitting a GRE test score is an opportunity for applicants to present additional evidence of the quantitative and verbal skills required for the doctoral-level study. The Admissions Review Committee is committed to the practice of conducting holistic evaluations of all admission materials submitted as part of an applicant’s file. The Committee does not use cut off scores or minimum suggested averages for GRE in the evaluation process, or to determine admission consideration. Test Information and Ordering Instructions The Educational Testing Service (ETS), the testing provider for GRE, generates computer-based score reports that are sent to Johns Hopkins School of Education electronically approximately 10 to 15 days after the test date. ETS stores tests for a five-year period. ETS will not send official score reports for GRE examinations after the five-year period. Applicants with expired GRE scores interested in submitting a GRE test score would need to retake the GRE- General Test. The institutional code for Johns Hopkins School of Education is 5470. Please visit the ETS Test provider website for more information and ordering instructions. Once ETS has electronically sent your score report, and your application is submitted, receipt of your official test score will be shown as received/verified on your application. | ||
| Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended | ||
| A virtual interview will be required of all applicants. An invitation will be sent after completion of the application. | ||
| International Applicants: | Please visit the International Student Admissions webpage for additional application requirements. Note: This program is delivered in a fully online format and does not offer F-1 or J-1 visa sponsorship for international students. |
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MASTER’S PROGRAMS
MASTER OF EDUCATION IN THE HEALTH PROFESSIONS (ONLINE)
| Master of Education in the Health Professions | ||
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| Enrollment: | Part-Time | |
| Start Terms: | Fall | |
| Application Deadline: | June 1, 2021 |
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| Application Requirements: | ||
| Online application form | ||
| $80.00 application fee | ||
| Resume/CV | ||
| Essay: | ||
| A 500-word essay discussing the reasons you wish to pursue a degree at Johns Hopkins University, focusing on your long-term goals and how your academic program will complement those goals. Discuss the strengths and weaknesses in your academic background, as well as any additional comments that will assist in evaluating your application materials. Essays should be submitted in a typed format on a separate sheet of paper. |
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| Two Letters of Recommendation: | ||
| Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended | ||
| International Applicants: Academic transcripts for degrees conferred by non-U.S. institutions are required to be evaluated for their equivalence to similar degrees earned in the U.S. – see credential evaluations. Physicians who have completed ECFMG certification may submit a copy of the ECFMG Certificate in lieu of the course-by-course evaluation to satisfy this requirement for their medical degree. |
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| Interview is required. Applicants who meet admission requirements will participate in an interview (in person, Skype, or phone) to ensure that their goals align with the goals of the program prior to an offer of admission. |
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| International Applicants: | Please visit the International Student Admissions webpage for additional application requirements. Note: This program is delivered in a fully online format and does not offer F-1 or J-1 visa sponsorship for international students. | |
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN COUNSELING: CLINICAL MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELING CONCENTRATION
| Master of Science in Counseling: Clinical Mental Health Counseling | ||
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| Enrollment: | Full-Time and Part-Time | |
| Admit Term: | Fall only | |
| Application Deadlines: | The Fall 2021 application cycle for the MS Counseling program has closed. Please complete the Request for Information form to receive important updates and announcements for the Fall 2022 admission period. | |
| Application Requirements: | Online application form | |
| $80.00 application fee | ||
| Resume/CV | ||
| Two letters of recommendation | ||
| Essay: | A two-page reflective essay on: Why you would like to become a Clinical Mental Health Counselor? What type of contribution would you like to make to the clinical mental health service provider community? What do you bring from your background and professional experiences that may support and/or constrain your becoming an effective Clinical Mental Health Counselor? Your experiences around human diversity and how they shape and reflect your values and goals as a counselor. What impact has volunteer, travel, and/or work had on your growth as someone interested in being a Clinical Mental Health Counselor? | |
| Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended | ||
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN COUNSELING: SCHOOL COUNSELING CONCENTRATION (FLEX)
| Master of Science in Counseling: School Counseling (Flex) | ||
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| Enrollment: | Full-Time and Part-Time | |
| Admit Term: | Fall only | |
| Application Deadlines: | The Fall 2021 application cycle for the MS Counseling program has closed. Please complete the Request for Information form to receive important updates and announcements for the Fall 2022 admission period. | |
| Application Requirements: | Online application form | |
| $80.00 application fee | ||
| Resume/CV | ||
| Two letters of recommendation | ||
| Essay: | Upload a two-page reflective essay on: Why you would like to become a School Counselor? What type of contribution would you like to make to the School Counseling community? What do you bring from your background and professional experiences that may support and/or constrain your becoming an effective School Counselor? Your experiences around human diversity and how they shape and reflect your values and goals as a counselor. What impact has volunteer, travel, and/or work had on your growth as someone interested in being a School Counselor? | |
| Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended | ||
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN EDUCATION: INTERNATIONAL TEACHING AND GLOBAL LEADERSHIP (ITGL) COHORT
| Master of Science in Education: International Teaching and Global Leadership (ITGL) Cohort | ||
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| Enrollment: | Full-Time | |
| Start Terms: | Fall | |
| Application Deadline(s): | The 2021/2022 ITGL Cohort invites prospective students to submit completed applications for our Fall 2021 cohort: • Completed applications will be evaluated until the posted deadline or until the program has reached capacity. • Applicants are encouraged to complete the application requirements as early as possible to ensure it is reviewed before the program has reached capacity. • Application decisions are delivered to candidates on a rolling basis, typically 4 weeks after an application is submitted with all materials received. Final Application Deadline: March 31, 2021 Note: the application deadline represents the endpoint in the application process (i.e., the completion of your file) rather than the beginning of that process). All materials, including official transcripts, recommendations, a 15-minute language proficiency screening, letters of recommendation, and test scores, must be received by the Admissions Office on or before the March 31 deadline for full consideration. | |
| Application Requirements: | Online application form | |
| Resume/CV | ||
| Earned minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) in all previous undergraduate and graduate studies (including for incomplete programs of study and for programs still in progress). | ||
| Two Letters of Recommendation | ||
| Essay: | A 500-word essay discussing the reasons you wish to pursue a degree at Johns Hopkins University, focusing on your long-term goals and how your academic program will complement those goals. Discuss the strengths and weaknesses in your academic background, as well as any additional comments that will assist in evaluating your application materials. Essays should be submitted in a typed format on a separate sheet of paper. | |
| International Applicants: | International applicants should review the International Student Admissions section of the website for additional requirements or information regarding: • International Transcripts/Credential Evaluation • Demonstration of English Language Proficiency • F-1 Visa Requests | |
| Screening: | The application process begins with a 15-minute language proficiency screening phase, administered by ACEE Global. Applicants who complete the screening phase and meet the admissions criteria will be instructed by ACEE to submit an online application to the Master of Science in Education - ITGL Cohort. Contact ITGLadmissions@aceeglobal.com to schedule your screening. | |
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN EDUCATION: DIGITAL AGE LEARNING AND EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY CONCENTRATION (ONLINE)
| Master of Science in Education: Digital Age Learning and Educational Technology | ||
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| Enrollment: | Part-Time/Full-Time | |
| Start Terms: | Fall, Spring and Summer | |
| Application Deadline: | Rolling | |
| Application Requirements: | ||
| Online application form | ||
| $80.00 application fee | ||
| Resume/CV | ||
| Essay: | ||
| A 500-word essay discussing the reasons you wish to pursue a degree at Johns Hopkins University, focusing on your long-term goals and how your academic program will complement those goals. Discuss the strengths and weaknesses in your academic background, as well as any additional comments that will assist in evaluating your application materials. | ||
| Two Letters of Recommendation: | ||
| Applicants are required to submit two letters of recommendation from individuals best qualified to attest to your capacity for graduate work. We prefer that at least one of your references be an academic reference from a former instructor or faculty, though we realize that there are situations where this may not always be possible. It is important that both letters of recommendation by individuals who know you well academically. Former faculty members most commonly write letters of recommendation; however, other professionals who have supervised you in a job or internship aligned with the graduate program you are pursuing are appropriate sources. Letters written by peer work colleagues, family friends, community or political figures are not considered appropriate sources for letters of recommendation. | ||
| Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended | ||
| International Applicants: | Please visit the International Student Admissions webpage for additional application requirements. Note: This program is delivered in a fully online format and does not offer F-1 or J-1 visa sponsorship for international students. | |
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN EDUCATION: EDUCATIONAL STUDIES CONCENTRATION—INDIVIDUALIZED INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES
| Master of Science in Education: Educational Studies—Interdisciplinary Studies | ||
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| Enrollment: | Part-Time | |
| Start Terms: | Fall, Spring, Summer | |
| Application Deadline: | Rolling | |
| Application Requirements: | Online application form | |
| $80.00 application fee |
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| Resume/CV - Uploaded in the Online Application Form | ||
| Essay: | ||
| A 500-word essay discussing the reasons you wish to pursue a degree at Johns Hopkins University, focusing on your long-term goals and how your academic program will complement those goals. Discuss the strengths and weaknesses in your academic background, as well as any additional comments that will assist in evaluating your application materials. Essays should be submitted in a typed format on a separate sheet of paper. | ||
| Two Letters of Recommendation | ||
| Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended | ||
| A pre-admission interview is required. International applicants interested in this program and seeking F-1 visa to study in a residential program are strongly encouraged to schedule a preadmission advising appointment prior to starting an application. | ||
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN EDUCATION: EDUCATIONAL STUDIES CONCENTRATION—TEACH FOR AMERICA & TNTP COLLABORATION PROGRAMS (ONLINE)
| Master of Science in Education: Educational Studies - Teach For America and TNTP Collaboration Programs | |||
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| Enrollment: | Part-Time | ||
| Start Terms: | Fall and Spring | ||
| Fall 2021 Deadlines: | Application Completion Deadline* | Admission Notification | |
| Special Deadline for Current Graduate Special Students | March 1, 2021 | March 29, 2021 | |
| Priority Deadline | May 1, 2021 | June 1, 2021 | |
| Final Deadline | June 1, 2021 | July 1, 2021 | |
| Application Requirements: | Online application form | ||
| Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended | |||
| Prospective applicants must first apply and be accepted to the TFA Program. For more information, please visit the TFA or TNTP websites. | |||
| *Your application is considered complete once all required transcripts have been received by our admissions office. | |||
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN EDUCATION: EDUCATIONAL STUDIES CONCENTRATION—URBAN TEACHERS COLLABORATION PROGRAM
| Master of Science in Education: Educational Studies - Urban Teachers Collaboration Program | ||
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| Enrollment: | Full-Time | |
| Start Terms: | Summer | |
| Application Deadlines: | Round 1 Application Completion Deadline: Nov 6, 2020 Admission Decision Notification: Nov 20, 2020 Round II Application Completion Deadline: Dec 4, 2020 Admission Decision Notification: Dec 18, 2020 Round III Application Completion Deadline: Jan 15, 2021 Admission Decision Notification: Jan 29, 2021 Round IV Application Completion Deadline: Feb 19, 2021 Admission Decision Notification: March 5, 2021 Round V Application Completion Deadline: March 19, 2021 Admission Decision Notification: April 2, 2021 Round VI Application Completion Deadline: April 16, 2021 Admission Decision Notification: April 30, 2021 Round VII Application Completion Deadline: May 3, 2021 Admission Decision Notification: May 14, 2021 | |
| Application Requirements: | ||
| Online application form | ||
| Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended | ||
| Prospective applicants must first apply and be accepted to the Urban Teachers Program. For more information, please visit http://www.urbanteachers.org/ |
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MASTER OF SCIENCE IN EDUCATION: GIFTED EDUCATION CONCENTRATION (ONLINE)
| Master of Science in Education: Gifted Education | ||
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| Enrollment: | Part-Time | |
| Pre-Requisites to Apply: | Applicants seeking the Maryland State Department of Education Gifted and Talented Education Specialist Certificate are required to hold state-approved teacher certification to be admitted to the program. In addition, applicants who are employed in the state of Maryland and are seeking the MSDE Gifted and Talented Specialist certification must also have completed at least three years of teaching experience and be currently employed in a school district or an accredited independent school, preferably working with or with access to gifted or advanced learners. Please refer to the MSDE COMAR rule website for more information. Master’s applicants who are not interested in Maryland state certification do not need to be teachers, certified or otherwise to apply to this program. | |
| Start Terms: | Summer, Fall, and Spring | |
| Application Deadline: | May 1 Summer and Fall; December 1 Spring | |
| Application Requirements: | Online application form | |
| $80.00 application fee | ||
| Resume/CV | ||
| Essay: A 500-word essay discussing the reasons you wish to pursue a degree at Johns Hopkins University, focusing on your long-term goals and how your academic program will complement those goals. Discuss the strengths and weaknesses in your academic background, as well as any additional comments that will assist in evaluating your application materials. Essays should be submitted in a typed format on a separate sheet of paper. | ||
| Two letters of recommendation | ||
| Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended | ||
| International Applicants | Please visit the International Student Admissions webpage for additional application requirements. Note: This program is delivered in a fully online format and does not offer F-1 or J-1 visa sponsorship for international students. | |
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN EDUCATION: SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION AND SUPERVISION CONCENTRATION
| Master of Science in Education: School Administration and Supervision | ||
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| Enrollment: | Part-Time | |
| Pre-requisites to apply: | ||
| Certified; School district employed; 27 months experience | ||
| Start Terms: | Fall, Spring, Summer | |
| Application Deadline: | Rolling | |
| Application Requirements: | ||
| Online application form | ||
| $80.00 application fee | ||
| Resume/CV | ||
| Essay: | ||
| A 500-word essay discussing the reasons you wish to pursue a degree at Johns Hopkins University, focusing on your long-term goals and how your academic program will complement those goals. Discuss the strengths and weaknesses in your academic background, as well as any additional comments that will assist in evaluating your application materials. Essays should be submitted in a typed format on a separate sheet of paper. | ||
| Two Letters of Recommendation | ||
| Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended | ||
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN SPECIAL EDUCATION: MILD-TO-MODERATE AND SEVERE DISABILITIES CONCENTRATIONS
| Master of Science in Special Education: Mild-to-Moderate or Severe Disabilities (including Montgomery County SET-IT Partnership Program) | ||
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| Enrollment: | Part-Time and Full-Time for Mild to Moderate; Part-Time for Severe Disabilities | |
| Start Terms: | Fall, Spring, Summer | |
| Application Deadline: | Rolling | April 1 for Montgomery County SET-IT Partnership Program | |
| Feb. 1 for Part-time Master of Science in Special Education - Montgomery County School Collaboration Program (SET-IT) |
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| Pre-requisite: | Hold a bachelor's degree from a regionally or nationally accredited college or university. | |
| Earned minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) in all previous undergraduate and graduate studies (including for incomplete programs of study and for programs still in progress). | ||
| Application Requirements: | ||
| Online application form | ||
| $80.00 application fee | ||
| Resume/CV | ||
| Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended | ||
| Essay: | ||
| A 500-word essay discussing the reasons you wish to pursue a degree at Johns Hopkins University, focusing on your long-term goals and how your academic program will complement those goals. Discuss the strengths and weaknesses in your academic background, as well as any additional comments that will assist in evaluating your application materials. Essays should be submitted in a typed format on a separate sheet of paper. | ||
| Testing Scores: | Applicants with a 3.0 cumulative GPA or higher in their most recently earned degree may be considered for admission without submitting a Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) Basic Skills Assessment Test. For candidates intending to submit a standardized testing score for admission, please visit the Maryland Department of Education website for a listing of the specific tests accepted. | |
| Letters of Recommendation: | Two letters of recommendation from individuals who can speak to your work with children with disabilities. | |
| Interview: | A select number of Montgomery County SET-IT Partnership Program applicants will be invited for an interview and asked to provide a written response to a prompt and to "audition" by responding to classroom scenarios provided by faculty interviewers. | |
| International Applicants: | Admission is open to international students for the MS Special Education Mild-to-Moderate program only. Please visit the International Student Admissions for additional requirements. The MS Special Education, Severe Disabilities (Autism) offers part-time enrollment only. Admission is not open to international applicants seeking an F-1 or J-1 visa for this program. | |
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN EDUCATION POLICY
| Master of Science in Education: Education Policy | ||
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| Enrollment: | Part-Time/Full-Time | |
| Prerequisite Requirements: | Applicants to this master’s program must have a earned a four-year bachelor’s degree by the time of their matriculation. | |
| Applicants are required to hold a minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) in all previous undergraduate and graduate coursework (including for incomplete programs of study and for programs still in progress). | ||
| Start Terms: | Summer | |
| Delivery/Format: | This program is delivered in a hybrid cohort format requiring a limited in-person attendance for five days in Washington, D.C., in the summer term, after which all courses required in the program will be offered online. If COVID-19 makes it necessary, all students will take the five day program online. | |
| International Applicants and Visa Eligibility for Low Residency: | Because of the structure of the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) which is designed only for traditional full-time residential programs, international students are not eligible to apply for an I-20 and F-1 study visa for the limited-residency, Education Policy course offered in Washington, D.C., summer term II. If you hold a different type of nonimmigrant visa, please contact the Johns Hopkins University Office of International Services at ois@jhu.edu to verify whether you are eligible to participate in the in-person residency course. Arrangements will be made for international students residing outside the United States to participate in this course using a virtual platform. | |
| Application Form Submission Deadline: | March 26, 2021 The last date that an applicant may submit an online application form. | |
| Application Supporting Materials/Documents Deadline: | April 15, 2021 The final date that supporting documents (e.g., official transcripts, letters of recommendation) will be accepted by the Admissions Office. | |
| Admissions Offer Response/Enrollment Deposit Deadline ($250): | May 1, 2021 The final date an applicant may respond to an offer of admission and pay the required enrollment deposit. Completed applications will be evaluated on a rolling basis until the posted deadline or until such time that the program cohort will reach program capacity. (Applicants will be notified of all admission decisions via email and the admissions portal.) Applicants are strongly encouraged to complete the application requirements as early as possible to ensure it is reviewed before the program has reached capacity. | |
| Application Requirements: | Online application form | |
| $80.00 application fee | ||
| Resume/CV | ||
| Essay: | ||
| To be uploaded to your online application form. An 800-word essay in which you discuss the reasons you wish to pursue this degree program at Johns Hopkins School of Education, focusing on your long-term goals and how your academic program will complement those goals. |
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| Three Letters of Recommendation: | ||
| Applicants are required to submit three recommendations using the online application system. After entering the contact information for three recommenders on your application, each will receive an email with instructions about logging onto our system. At that time, they will have the opportunity to fill out the Recommendation Form and upload a recommendation letter. Applicants should request recommendation letters that directly address their candidacy for admission to SOE and the MS in Education Policy program. Ideally, individuals selected to provide letters should include those from both academic and professional settings. For candidates who have not been enrolled post-secondary level courses for many years, it is acceptable to substitute letters from professional contexts. | ||
| Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended. | ||
| GRE Admissions Test: | ||
| The GRE admissions test is not required for admission to this program. | ||
| International Applicants and Internationally Educated Applicants: | Academic transcripts for degrees conferred by institutions outside the U.S. or Canada are required to be evaluated for their equivalence to similar degrees earned in the U.S. Please visit the International Student Admissions webpage for additional application requirements. | |
| Interview: | No structured interview is required as part of the admissions process. | |
GRADUATE CERTIFICATES
GRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN EDUCATION OF STUDENTS WITH AUTISM AND OTHER PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS (ONLINE)
| Graduate Certificate: Education of Students with Autism and Other Pervasive Developmental Disorders | ||
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| Enrollment: | Part-Time | |
| Start Terms: | Fall | |
| Application Deadline: | Rolling |
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| Application Requirements: | ||
| Online application form | ||
| $80.00 application fee | ||
| Essay: | ||
| A 500-word essay discussing the reasons you wish to pursue a degree at Johns Hopkins University, focusing on your long-term goals and how your academic program will complement those goals. Discuss the strengths and weaknesses in your academic background, as well as any additional comments that will assist in evaluating your application materials. Essays should be submitted in a typed format on a separate sheet of paper. | ||
| Letters of Recommendation: Two letters from individuals who can speak to your work with children with disabilities | ||
| Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended | ||
| Interview: A select number of applicants may be invited for an interview | ||
| International Applicants | Please visit the International Student Admissions webpage for additional application requirements. Note: This program is delivered in a fully online format and does not offer F-1 or J-1 visa sponsorship for international students. | |
GRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP FOR INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS
| Graduate Certificate: Educational Leadership for Independent Schools | ||
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| Enrollment: | Part-Time | |
| Start Terms: | Fall, Spring, Summer | |
| Application Deadline: | Rolling |
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| Application Requirements: | ||
| Online application form | ||
| $80.00 application fee | ||
| Resume/CV | ||
| Essay: | ||
| A 500-word essay discussing the reasons you wish to pursue a degree at Johns Hopkins University, focusing on your long-term goals and how your academic program will complement those goals. Discuss the strengths and weaknesses in your academic background, as well as any additional comments that will assist in evaluating your application materials. Essays should be submitted in a typed format on a separate sheet of paper. |
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| Two Letters of Recommendation | ||
| Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended | ||
| International Applicants: | This program’s course schedule offers part-time enrollment only, Admission is not open to international applicants seeking an F-1 or J-1 visa. Please visit the International Student Admissions page for more information | |
GRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN GIFTED EDUCATION (ONLINE)
| Graduate Certificate: Gifted Education | ||
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| Enrollment: | Part-Time | |
| Start Terms: | Fall, Spring, and Summer | |
| Application Deadline: | May 1 Summer and Fall; December 1 Spring | |
| Pre-Requisite: | Applicants are required to hold state-approved teacher certification to be admitted to the program, have at least three years of teaching experience, and be currently employed in a school district or an accredited independent school, preferably working with or with access to gifted or advanced learners. In addition, applicants who are are seeking the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) Gifted and Talented Specialist certification must also hold a master’s degree. Please refer to the MSDE COMAR rule website for more information. | |
| Application Requirements: | Online application form | |
| $80.00 application fee | ||
| Resume/CV | ||
| Essay: A 500-word essay discussing the reasons you wish to pursue a degree at Johns Hopkins University, focusing on your long-term goals and how your academic program will complement those goals. Discuss the strengths and weaknesses in your academic background, as well as any additional comments that will assist in evaluating your application materials. Essays should be submitted in a typed format on a separate sheet of paper. | ||
| Two letters of recommendation | ||
| Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended | ||
| International Applicants: | Note: This program is delivered in a fully online format and does not offer F-1 or J-1 visa sponsorship for international students. Please visit the International Student Admissions webpage for additional application requirements. | |
GRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN LEADERSHIP IN TECHNOLOGY INTEGRATION (ONLINE)
| Graduate Certificate: Leadership in Technology Integration | ||
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| Enrollment: | Part-Time | |
| Start Terms: | Fall, Spring, Summer | |
| Application Deadline: | Rolling |
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| Application Requirements: | ||
| Online application form | ||
| $80.00 application fee | ||
| Resume/CV | ||
| Essay: | ||
| A 500-word essay discussing the reasons you wish to pursue a degree at Johns Hopkins University, focusing on your long-term goals and how your academic program will complement those goals. Discuss the strengths and weaknesses in your academic background, as well as any additional comments that will assist in evaluating your application materials. Essays should be submitted in a typed format on a separate sheet of paper | ||
| Two Letters of Recommendation: | ||
| Applicants are required to submit two letters of recommendation from individuals best qualified to attest to your capacity for graduate work. We prefer that at least one of your references be an academic reference from a former instructor or faculty, though we realize that there are situations where this may not always be possible. It is important that both letters of recommendation by individuals who know you well academically. Former faculty members most commonly write letters of recommendation; however, other professionals who have supervised you in a job or internship aligned with the graduate program you are pursuing are appropriate sources. Letters written by peer work colleagues, family friends, community or political figures are not considered appropriate sources for letters of recommendation. | ||
| Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended | ||
| International Applicants: | Please visit the International Student Admissions webpage for additional application requirements. Note: This program is delivered in a fully online format and does not offer F-1 or J-1 visa sponsorship for international students. | |
GRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN MIND, BRAIN, AND TEACHING (ONLINE)
| Graduate Certificate: Mind, Brain, and Teaching | ||
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| Enrollment: | Part-Time | |
| Start Terms: | Fall | |
| Application Deadline: | Rolling |
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| Application Requirements: | ||
| Online application form | ||
| $80.00 application fee | ||
| Resume/CV | ||
| Essay: | ||
| A 500-word essay discussing the reasons you wish to pursue a degree at Johns Hopkins University, focusing on your long-term goals and how your academic program will complement those goals. Discuss the strengths and weaknesses in your academic background, as well as any additional comments that will assist in evaluating your application materials. Essays should be submitted in a typed format on a separate sheet of paper. | ||
| Scholarly Writing Sample (e.g., a paper written for prior coursework or for professional purposes): |
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| This writing sample should be between 750 and 1500 words (3-6 double-spaced pages, 12 pt. font). Longer papers will be accepted, but will likely not be read in full. Papers that are analytical or research-focused are strongly preferred. If you do not have an appropriate sample of scholarly writing to submit, as an alternative you may instead write a brief essay (750-1000 words) in response to the following prompt: “Consider an educational setting of your choice. What kinds of questions about teaching and learning do you think researchers from the neuro- and cognitive sciences could help address?” We do not expect you to do any considerable research to respond to this prompt, and we do not expect that applicants will have background knowledge from the neuro- and cognitive sciences. Rather, we simply want you to analyze an educational setting you are familiar with and formulate relevant questions about teaching practices and the learning process. Your goal should be to construct a simple, well-organized response that focuses on a few key points of interest. | ||
| Two Letters of Recommendation | ||
| Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended | ||
| International Applicants: | Please visit the International Student Admissions webpage for additional application requirements. Note: This program is delivered in a fully online format and does not offer F-1 or J-1 visa sponsorship for international students. | |
GRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION AND SUPERVISION (FACE-TO-FACE)
| Graduate Certificate: School Administration and Supervision (face-to-face) | ||
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| Enrollment: | Part-Time | |
| Start Terms: | Fall, Spring, Summer | |
| Application Deadline: | Rolling |
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| Pre-Requisite: | Master’s degree; certified; school district employed; 27 months experience. Note: The Maryland Department of Education (COMAR 13A.12.04.01) requires all individuals who apply for Administrator I certification to complete three semester hours of coursework in special education. Candidates who have not previously completed a special education course will be required to complete an additional course to complete the program. |
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| Application Requirements: | ||
| Online application form | ||
| $80.00 application fee | ||
| Resume/CV | ||
| Essay: | ||
| A 500-word essay discussing the reasons you wish to pursue a degree at Johns Hopkins University, focusing on your long-term goals and how your academic program will complement those goals. Discuss the strengths and weaknesses in your academic background, as well as any additional comments that will assist in evaluating your application materials. Essays should be submitted in a typed format on a separate sheet of paper. | ||
| Two Letters of Recommendation | ||
| Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended | ||
| International Applicants: | : This program’s course schedule offers part-time enrollment only, Admission is not open to international applicants seeking an F-1 or J-1 visa. Please visit the International Student Admissions page for more information. | |
GRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION AND SUPERVISION (ONLINE)
| Graduate Certificate: School Administration and Supervision (online) | ||
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| Enrollment: | Part-Time | |
| Start Terms: | Fall, Spring, Summer | |
| Application Deadline: | Rolling |
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| Pre-Requisite: | Master’s degree; certified; school district employed; 27 months experience. Note: The Maryland Department of Education (COMAR 13A.12.04.01) requires all individuals who apply for Administrator I certification to complete three semester hours of coursework in special education. Candidates who have not previously completed a special education course will be required to complete an additional course to complete the program. |
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| Application Requirements: | ||
| Online application form | ||
| $80.00 application fee | ||
| Resume/CV | ||
| Essay: | ||
| A 500-word essay discussing the reasons you wish to pursue a degree at Johns Hopkins University, focusing on your long-term goals and how your academic program will complement those goals. Discuss the strengths and weaknesses in your academic background, as well as any additional comments that will assist in evaluating your application materials. Essays should be submitted in a typed format on a separate sheet of paper |
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| Two Letters of Recommendation | ||
| Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended | ||
GRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN URBAN EDUCATION
| Graduate Certificate: Urban Education | ||
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| Enrollment: | Part-Time | |
| Start Terms: | Fall, Spring, Summer | |
| Application Deadline: | Rolling |
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| Application Requirements: | ||
| Online application form | ||
| $80.00 application fee | ||
| Resume/CV | ||
| Essay: | ||
| A 500-word essay discussing the reasons you wish to pursue a degree at Johns Hopkins University, focusing on your long-term goals and how your academic program will complement those goals. Discuss the strengths and weaknesses in your academic background, as well as any additional comments that will assist in evaluating your application materials. Essays should be submitted in a typed format on a separate sheet of paper |
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| Two Letters of Recommendation | ||
| Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended | ||
| International Applicants: | This program’s course schedule offers part-time enrollment only, Admission is not open to international applicants seeking an F-1 or J-1 visa. Please visit the International Student Admissions page for more information. | |
GRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN STEM INSTRUCTIONAL LEADER (PreK-6) (ONLINE)
| Graduate Certificate: STEM Instructional Leader (PreK-6) | ||
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| Enrollment: | Part-Time | |
| Start Term: | Fall, Spring, and Summer | |
| Application Deadline: | Rolling | |
| Pre-requisite(s): | Earned bachelor's degree in education in mathematics or science, with professional teaching experience in elementary, middle, or secondary schools. Applicants are expected to be a classroom teacher with at least 18 months of teaching experience, and be currently employed by a school district or an accredited independent school. Maryland state-certified teachers interested in earning the Instructional Leader: STEM, PreK-6 endorsement should consult the Maryland State Department of Education website for requirements. | |
| Application Requirements: | Online application form | |
| $80 application fee | ||
| Resume/CV | ||
| Essay: A 500-word essay discussing the reasons you wish to pursue the Instructional Leader certificate in Mathematics or STEM and focusing on your long-term goals upon completion of this academic program. Discuss the strengths and weaknesses in your academic background, as well as any additional information that will assist in evaluating your application materials. Essays should be typed on a separate sheet of paper. | ||
| Two letters of recommendation, preferably one from a supervisor within your teaching context and one from an academic reference. | ||
| Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended | ||
| International Applicants: | Please visit the International Student Admissions webpage for additional application requirements. Note: This program is delivered in a fully online format and does not offer F-1 or J-1 visa sponsorship for international students. | |
GRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN MATHEMATICS INSTRUCTIONAL LEADER (PreK-6) (ONLINE)
| Graduate Certificate: Mathematics Instructional Leader (PreK-6) | ||
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| Enrollment: | Part-Time | |
| Start Term: | Fall, Spring, and Summer | |
| Application Deadline: | Rolling | |
| Prerequisite(s): | Earned bachelor's degree in education in mathematics or science, with professional teaching experience in elementary, middle, or secondary schools. The applicant is expected to be a classroom teacher with at least 18 months of teaching experience, and to be currently employed by a school district or an accredited independent school. Maryland state-certified teachers interested in earning the Instructional Leader: STEM, Pre-K-6 endorsement should consult the Maryland State Department of Education website for requirements. | |
| Application Requirements: | Online application form | |
| $80 application fee | ||
| Resume/CV | ||
| Essay: A 500-word essay discussing the reasons you wish to pursue the Instructional Leader certificate in Mathematics or STEM and focusing on your long-term goals upon completion of this academic program. Discuss the strengths and weaknesses in your academic background, as well as any additional information that will assist in evaluating your application materials. Essays should be typed on a separate sheet of paper. | ||
| Two letters of recommendation, preferably one from a supervisor within your teaching context and one from an academic reference. | ||
| Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended | ||
| International Applicants: | Please visit the International Student Admissions webpage for additional application requirements. Note: This program is delivered in a fully online format and does not offer F-1 or J-1 visa sponsorship for international students. | |
POST MASTER’S CERTIFICATE IN APPLIED BEHAVIOR ANALYSIS (ABA)
| Post Master’s Certificate: Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) | ||
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| Enrollment: | Part-Time | |
| Start Terms: | Fall | |
| Application Deadline: | Rolling |
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| Prerequisite: | An applicant must have a master's degree from an accredited university or the equivalent from a foreign institution in one of the following areas: education, psychology, or behavior analysis. |
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| Earned minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) in all previous undergraduate and graduate studies (including for incomplete programs of study and for programs still in progress). | ||
| Application Requirements: | ||
| Online application form | ||
| $80.00 application fee | ||
| Resume/CV | ||
| Essay: | ||
| A 500-word essay discussing the reasons you wish to pursue a degree at Johns Hopkins University, focusing on your long-term goals and how your academic program will complement those goals. Discuss the strengths and weaknesses in your academic background, as well as any additional comments that will assist in evaluating your application materials. Essays should be submitted in a typed format on a separate sheet of paper. |
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| Two Letters of Recommendation | ||
| Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended | ||
| Interview: A select number of applicants will be invited for an interview | ||
| International Applicants: | This program’s course schedule offers part-time enrollment only, Admission is not open to international applicants seeking an F-1 or J-1 visa. Please visit the International Student Admissions page for more information. | |
POST MASTER’S CERTIFICATE IN CLINICAL MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELING
| Post Master’s Certificate: Clinical Mental Health Counseling | ||
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| Enrollment: | Part-Time | |
| Admit Term: | Fall and Spring | |
| Application Deadline: | Fall 2020- August 7, 2020 Spring 2021- January 21, 2021 |
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| Application Requirements: | ||
| Online application form | ||
| $80.00 application fee | ||
| Resume/CV | ||
| Essay: | ||
| A 2-page reflective essay on: Why would you like to become a clinical mental health counselor? What type of contribution would you like to make to the clinical mental health service provider community? What do you bring from your background and professional experiences that may support and/or constrain your becoming an effective clinical mental health counselor? Your experiences around human diversity and how they shape and reflect your values and goals as a counselor. What impact has volunteer, travel, and/or work had on your growth as someone interested in being a clinical mental health counselor? |
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| Two Letters of Recommendation (Note: letters are not required for students currently enrolled in, or who have recently graduated in the last 24 months from, the School of Education’s Clinical Mental Health Counseling or School Counseling master’s programs.) | ||
| Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended | ||
| International Applicants: | This program’s course schedule offers part-time enrollment only, Admission is not open to international applicants seeking an F-1 or J-1 visa. Please visit the International Student Admissions page for more information. | |
POST MASTER’S CERTIFICATE IN EVIDENCE-BASED TEACHING IN THE HEALTH PROFESSIONS (ONLINE)
| Post-Master’s Certificate: Evidence-Based Teaching in the Health Professions | ||
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| Enrollment: | Part-Time | |
| Start Terms: | Fall | |
| Application Deadline: | June 1, 2021 |
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| Application Requirements: | ||
| Online application form | ||
| $80.00 application fee | ||
| Resume/CV | ||
| Essay: | ||
| A 500-word essay discussing the reasons you wish to pursue a degree at Johns Hopkins University, focusing on your long-term goals and how your academic program will complement those goals. Discuss the strengths and weaknesses in your academic background, as well as any additional comments that will assist in evaluating your application materials. Essays should be submitted in a typed format on a separate sheet of paper. | ||
| Two Letters of Recommendation | ||
| Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended | ||
| Academic transcripts for degrees conferred by non-U.S. institutions are required to be evaluated for their equivalence to similar degrees earned in the U.S. – see credential evaluations. Physicians who have completed ECFMG certification may submit the Certification Verification Status Report in lieu of the course-by-course evaluation to satisfy this requirement for their medical degree. |
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| International Applicants: | Please visit the International Student Admissions webpage for additional application requirements. Note: This program is delivered in a fully online format and does not offer F-1 or J-1 visa sponsorship for international students. | |
COUNSELING (CERTIFICATE OF ADVANCED GRADUATE STUDY [CAGS])
| Counseling (Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study [CAGS]) | ||
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| Enrollment: | Part-Time | |
| Start Term: | Fall and Spring | |
| Application Deadline: | Fall 2020- August 7, 2020 Spring 2021- January 15, 2021 |
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| Prerequisite | Previous master’s-level degree in counseling or a related field | |
| Application Requirements: | ||
| Online application form | ||
| $80.00 application fee | ||
| Resume/CV | ||
| Essay: | ||
| A 500-word essay discussing the reasons you wish to pursue a degree at Johns Hopkins University, focusing on your long-term goals and how your academic program will complement those goals. Discuss the strengths and weaknesses in your academic background, as well as any additional comments that will assist in evaluating your application materials. Essays should be submitted in a typed format on a separate sheet of paper. |
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| Two Letters of Recommendation | ||
| Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended | ||
| International Applicants: | This program’s course schedule offers part-time enrollment only, Admission is not open to international applicants seeking an F-1 or J-1 visa. Please visit the International Student Admissions page for more information. | |
NON-DEGREE GRADUATE SPECIAL STUDENTS
NON-DEGREE SEEKING APPLICANTS - GRADUATE SPECIAL STUDENT STATUS
| Non-Degree Graduate Special | ||
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| Enrollment: | Part-Time | |
| Start Terms: | Fall, spring, summer | |
| Application Deadline: | Rolling |
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| Application Requirements: | ||
| Online application form | ||
| $25.00 application fee | ||
| Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended | ||
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