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No. In order to complete your registration, verification of payment method of all tuition and fees is required for each semester at the time of registration, including employer reimbursement....

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Yes, an online student can take a course on-site (when available) and vice versa. It is dependent on the program, timing, and availability of courses offered. Connect with one of our Admissions...

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While each course is different, as an online student, you can typically plan on spending roughly 10-15 hours a week on course work.

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AAP online courses are asynchronous. Students access course materials at individually desired times; however, there are deadlines for assignments and discussions throughout the week. Students...

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No, AAP does not offer any scholarships; however, outside scholarships and grants may be accepted. The University recommends that students apply for other scholarship and fellowship funds, which...

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Yes, the associated fees include:

  • Application Fee: The application fee is $75.
  • Tuition: Varies across programs.
  • Course Fees: In addition to tuition, some...
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Yes, some professors host live virtual sessions. Connect with one of our Admissions Representatives to discuss your specific course(s) and instructors.

No, AAP does not use proctored exams for on-site or online exams.

Yes, Hopkins participates in all veteran programs, including Yellow Ribbon and the Post 9/11 GI Bill. Johns Hopkins University is approved by the Maryland Higher Education Commission for the...

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Yes, an online student can take courses on-site (when available) and vice versa. It is dependent on the program, timing, and availability of courses offered. Connect with one of our admissions...

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No, discounts are not offered for prepayment.

Yes, a non-degree-seeking or special student is one who would be eligible for admission as a degree or certificate candidate to the chosen program but who is not interested in pursuing the...

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Yes, you may be surprised that the majority of our students are full-time working professionals, have families, as well as other important obligations in addition to school. That's why 67% of our...

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Yes, breaks are possible. Students must complete all academic work in a master’s degree or certificate program within five years, calculated from the start of the first course that counts toward...

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Not all degrees require a concentration to be chosen, but some do. You can check out our Quick Stats Guide to view all the...

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You can begin your application at any time, even with minimal information, and work to gather all of the requirements. You can fill out your application completely online. You can save your...

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No, AAP does not offer monthly payment plans. Full course tuition is due at the time of registration. Learn more about all the various funding options for your graduate education by visiting the...

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Johns Hopkins University's Advanced Academic Programs offer many courses on the main campus in Baltimore, MD; the Washington DC Center; and online.

Yes, application waivers may be granted for corporate partnerships, military personnel, and health & human services employees. Ask an admissions representative for details.

No, JHU AAP does not offer job placement; however, the Career Services Center provides career development strategies and career counseling to assist graduate students with launching or advancing...

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Yes. Students taking their first online course with Advanced Academic Programs must participate in an online orientation course before the start of the term. The orientation remains an open...

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No, credits are not granted for work experience. However, AAP does offer Advanced Standing consideration for seasoned professionals with accomplishments in a related field, or those who have...

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Yes, some programs allow for a visa sponsorship. Applicants seeking admission to enroll in onsite courses in the U.S., taking at least three courses per semester, may request certification for a...

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We understand that learning how you can afford your education is one of the biggest questions on your mind. We have an entire website...

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There are various options for military deployments, including taking a leave of absence or continuing with your classes while overseas.

You can apply online using the online application.

Program completion time is dependent upon the number of courses you take per term. Students are able to take a maximum of four courses per term with approval.

Students who are working full...

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There is no difference between the learning objectives, curriculum, rigor, and outcomes of the on-site and online formats. In fact, some students do both....

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Students must complete all academic work in a master's degree or certificate program within five years. The five-year span is calculated from the start of the first course that counts toward the...

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Regarding applications for Summer:

Review times for completed applications range from approximately two to four weeks. 

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Advanced Academic Programs started offering programs in 1992, and offering online education in summer 2005 with Biotechnology. Since then, more than 40 graduate degree and certificate options have...

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Students who are working full time are advised that enrolling in two courses per semester is a challenging academic load. Students who elect to register for more than two courses should be working...

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The number of courses/credit hours is dependent on the program. For more specific information regarding your program of interest, please view our Quick Stats Guide...

Most programs require that your application be accompanied by at least two to three letters of recommendation. You will want to talk to your admissions representative to get the specific...

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Class size is typically 15-20 students and varies by program.

While each course is different, as an online student, you can typically plan on spending roughly 10-15 hours a week on course work.

Helpful Tip: While online courses offer you...

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Regarding applications for Summer:

Review times for completed applications range from approximately two to four weeks.

Regarding...
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There are two ways in which a student receiving employer tuition assistance can make payments:

  1. The employer reimburses the student directly. In order to complete your registration...
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Advanced Standing allows consideration for seasoned professionals with accomplishments in a related field, or those who have graduate-level coursework from an accredited college or university, to...

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Yes, absolutely! Whether you take courses on-site, online, or both — if you graduate and have paid all financial balances, you are encouraged to participate in the graduation ceremony and alumnus...

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Yes, the academic standards are the same whether you take courses on-site, online, or both. The only difference between the on-site and online options is the modality (i.e., delivery format) in...

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Courses are taught by a mix of full-time faculty, adjunct professors, and practitioners. Connect with one of our admissions representatives to discuss your specific course(s) and instructors.

Yes. Join us for one of our upcoming events to learn more about studying at Johns Hopkins University. Faculty and/or staff will be in attendance to tell you more about our degrees and certificates...

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The full-time course load for a graduate student is three to four courses (9-12 credits) per semester. Many programs offer a sufficient number of courses per term for students to take a full-time...

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Most of AAP's programs do not require GRE scores. Do not send in GRE scores unless it is required by the program or the committee. If it is required, applicants will need to have the scores sent...

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This depends on your specific degree or graduate certificate program. Students typically tailor their own course of study by selecting among core, elective, and concentration courses (if...

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Some programs are offered fully online, and some have on-ground courses available. Still, others have an on-ground residency requirement in addition to courses offered online. Each program has...

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No. For admissions deadlines, please visit our Admissions and Aid webpage

No, it is not a cohort. Students typically tailor their own course of study by selecting among core, elective, and concentration courses (if applicable).

All AAP master's degrees and graduate certificate programs are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. This includes any modality (on-site, online, hybrid).

Yes. (Relevant course work may also be considered.)

Yes, it may be possible to speak with a current student. Connect with one of our admissions representatives to discuss your specific degree or graduate certificate program, and we will do our best...

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Many of our students are unsure about how to pay for their graduate degree, but there are a number of options you can choose from to help alleviate some of your financial concerns.

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Admissions requirements vary based on the program you are applying for. For more specific information regarding your program of interest, please view our Quick Stats...

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This depends on your specific degree program. Students typically tailor their own course of study by selecting among core, elective, and concentration courses (if applicable). The number of...

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For more information on all dates, please see the AAP Academic Calendar Page.

This is dependent on specific faculty members and their preferences. Instructors typically interact via Skype, scheduled office hours, and email.

Having a master’s degree, especially one from a renowned university like Johns Hopkins, can provide you with career advancement and continued personal growth.

Prestigious Alumni and...

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Assignments are outlined in the program's syllabus. AAP online courses are asynchronous. Students access course materials and discussion at individually desired times. Students share learning...

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AAP offers intensive, interactive, and rigorous academic online courses. Frequent, meaningful participation is expected of all students, and the demands placed on online students are comparable to...

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A statement of purpose is a written narrative that accompanies your application. This essay is a great way to demonstrate your writing skills as well as showcase your individual personality to the...

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Once the Admissions Office has received all required materials, it sends the completed application to the Admissions Committee. The Admissions Committee for the chosen program assesses the...

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AAP uses the term "cost per course" rather than "cost per credit." The cost per course is dependent on the program. For more specific information (cost per course and number of courses required)...

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An official transcript is one that is sent directly to Johns Hopkins University from your previous institution of study. They must be mailed or sent electronically over a secure server by an...

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The FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is a free application to apply for federal aid, including loans. You may not apply for private loans by submitting the FAFSA. For more...

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Enhanced Engagement

Online learning is engaged learning. In fact, many students tend to be more engaged when taking an online course versus attending a course in person. In the online...

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Total anticipated tuition is made of the cost per course times the number of courses required in your selected program. Cost and courses vary by degree chosen, so check out our...

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The Johns Hopkins University is committed to providing reasonable and appropriate accommodations to students with disabilities. For persons with disabilities, it is important to provide a request...

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Students will need a computer with internet, webcam, and/or microphone. Technology should be a student asset and never an obstacle to online learning. This is why, as an online learner at JHU, you...

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Hopkins participates in all veteran programs, including Yellow Ribbon and the Post 9/11 GI Bill. Johns Hopkins University is approved by the Maryland Higher Education Commission for the training...

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Faculty typically choose one or all of the following to interact with students: email, phone, Skype, and scheduled office hours.

AAP hosts several on-campus events for D.C. area students as well as several options for online students to join groups/committees in their area. The online format has group activities and...

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Graduate courses taken at any institution other than the Johns Hopkins University are not accepted as transfer credits, and they cannot count toward graduate degree requirements in Advanced...

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Regarding applications for Summer:

AAP offers rolling admissions for the summer term. You are strongly encouraged to apply and complete the application process at...

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Master of Arts in Communication
Master of Arts in Cultural Heritage Management
Master of Arts in Global Security Studies
Master of Arts in Museum Studies
Master of Arts...

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A good letter of recommendation should come from someone with whom you have a strong relationship — either personally or professionally — but is not a member of your immediate family.

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The courses are taught by a mix of full-time faculty, adjunct professors, and practitioners.

For more information, please see our Faculty...

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One thing a master's degree from Johns Hopkins offers is the instant connection to accomplished faculty and successful alumni. When you graduate from Johns Hopkins, you're joining an extensive...

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Yes, technology should be a student asset and never an obstacle to online learning. That is why, as an online learner at JHU, you can access our 24/7 Technical Support anytime. Technical Support...

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No, your diploma does not include the format in which you took courses (whether on-site, online, or both). It will state your earned degree, not the modality.

International applicants seeking a visa to study on campus should submit all application materials at least three months prior to the start of the intended semester of study.

For further...

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Applicants who earned their post-secondary degree(s) in a country other than the United States are required to have a course-by-course credential evaluation with GPA performed by an outside...

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Yes. Fees will vary by organization. Please check their websites for the most current service fees.

Most applicants from countries where English is not the official language must submit scores from either the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or International English Language Testing...

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AAP requires a minimum score from the following tests:

  • TOEFL: 600 on the paper test, 250 on the computer-based test, and 100 on the Internet-based test (IBT).
  • IELTS:...
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For TOEFL: The institution code is 8747.

For EILTS and PTE: Students should use "Krieger School of Arts and Sciences - Advanced Academic Programs".

All scores (TOEFL, IELTS, PTE) can be sent electronically.

Select "Electronic Delivery", and for Designation, please put "Johns Hopkins Advanced Academic Programs" or the institution code:...

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The English proficiency exam can only be waived if:

  • The applicant holds a post-secondary degree from a country where English is both the official language and the only language of...
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Yes, some programs allow for a visa sponsorship. Applicants seeking admission to enroll in onsite courses in the U.S., taking at least three courses per semester, may request certification for a...

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Degree Programs:*

  • MS in Applied Economics
  • MS in Bioinformatics
  • MS in Biotechnology
  • MA in...
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Currently, AAP does not offer scholarships to international nor domestic students.

There is no tuition assistance available.

Students can apply using the online application.

Admissions requirements vary based on the degree program. For more specific information, please view the Quick Stats Guide. However...

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JHU AAP accepts official transcripts that are electronically sent directly from the granting institution and emailed to aapadmissions@jhu.edu.

JHU...

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If a student’s institution does not provide electronic transcripts, a student should request that their institution send an official transcript directly to:

Johns Hopkins University...

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A student’s program location, budget, and mode of transportation should influence their housing selection. Please consult the...

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International students who are enrolled in three courses or more to satisfy their visa requirements are considered to have full-time status and should enroll in the University Student Health...

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JHU does not provide transportation between these campuses. It is important to note that the Homewood campus in Baltimore is approximately 42 miles (68 km) from Washington, D.C.

Students...

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Advanced Academic Programs does not provide employment for students. Strict immigration laws exist that govern the employment of international students in the United States.

It is important...

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Yes, for some programs. With approval from your program adviser and program director, you can enroll in CPT for programs that participate in CPT. (You must complete the...

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Yes, but only after receiving a recommendation from your program adviser and approval of the OISSS.

Yes. Please contact your academic adviser for approval prior to enrollment in the course.

Teaching assistantships are not available to students at Advanced Academic Programs.

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