How to Apply
The school offers an Early Notification process for enrollment in the fall semester. This provides applicants the opportunity to receive an admissions decision by December 21 for enrollment in the following fall semester. Through the Early Notification process, the Admissions Committee will either make an offer of admission or defer the application for consideration during the regular application process. If deferred, the applicant will be notified of an admission decision in mid-March. Early Notification is not binding.
Please note: For your application to be considered for Early Notification, please ensure that all supporting documents (as listed in the application instructions) are received by the Office of Admissions no later than November 1. If any supporting documents are received after November 1, the application will be reviewed during the Regular Deadline process.
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| | Application Deadline | Notification by |
| Fall 2019-Early Notification | November 1, 2018 | December 21, 2018 |
| Fall 2019-Regular Decision | January 7, 2019 | March 8, 2019 |
Application Checklist:
- Online application
- Application fee, $85 USD
- Resume/CV
- Interview (optional for Washington, DC)
- Statement of purpose
- Analytical essay
- Transcripts
- GRE or GMAT scores (optional for SAIS Europe)
- 2 letters of recommendation
- TOEFL or IELTS score (non-native English speakers)
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| | Application Deadline | Notification by |
| Fall 2019-Early Notification | November 1, 2018 | December 21, 2018 |
| Fall 2019-Regular Decision | January 7, 2019 | March 8, 2019 |
Application Checklist:
- Online application
- Resume/CV
- Statement of purpose
- Analytical essay
- Transcripts for all university-level course work
- Two (2) letters of recommendation
- TOEFL or IELTS scores, or Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency (non-native English speakers)
- GRE or GMAT scores (optional)
Application Instructions
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| | Application Deadline | Notification by |
| Fall 2019-Early Notification | November 1, 2018 | December 21, 2018 |
| Fall 2019-Regular Decision | February 1, 2019 | March 8, 2019 |
Application Checklist:
- Online application
- Application fee, $85 USD
- Resume/CV
- Personal statement
- MAIS Concentration essay
- Transcripts for all college-level course work
- Two (2) letters of recommendation
- GRE or GMAT scores
- Chinese Language Proficiency Test Results (STAMP test)
- TOEFL or IELTS scores (non-native English speakers)
- Interview (optional)
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| | Application Deadline | Notification by |
| Summer 2019-Early Notification | November 1, 2018 | December 21, 2018 |
| Fall 2019-Regular Decision | January 7, 2019 | March 8, 2019 |
Application Checklist:
- Online application
- Application fee, $85 USD
- Resume/CV
- Statement of purpose
- Transcripts for all college-level course work
- Two (2) letters of recommendation
- GRE or GMAT scores
- TOEFL or IELTS scores (non-native English speakers)
Application Instructions
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| | Application Deadline | Notification by |
| Fall 2019-Early Notification | November 1, 2018 | December 21, 2018 |
| Fall 2019-Regular Decision | February 1, 2019 | March 15, 2019 |
Application Checklist:
- Online application
- Application fee, $85 USD
- Resume/CV
- Statement of purpose
- Analytical essay
- Transcripts for all college-level course work
- Two (2) letters of recommendation
- Employer letter of support
- Interview
Application Instructions
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| | Application Deadline | Notification by |
| Summer 2019-Early Notification | November 1, 2018 | December 21, 2018 |
| Summer 2019-Regular Decision | January 7, 2019 | March 8, 2019 |
Application Checklist:
- Online application
- Resume/CV
- Statement of purpose
- Analytical essay
- Transcripts for all university-level course work
- Two (2) letters of recommendation
- TOEFL or IELTS scores, or Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency (non-native English speakers)
- GRE or GMAT scores (optional)
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| | Application Deadline | Notification by |
Spring 2019 Enrollment
Fall 2019-Early Notification | October 15, 2018 (ACS Candidates September 7, 2018)
November 1, 2018 | November 16, 2018 (ACS Candidates September 17, 2018)
December 21, 2018 |
| Fall 2019-Regular Decision | February 1, 2019 | March 15, 2019 |
Application Checklist:
- Online application
- Application fee, $85 USD
- Resume/CV
- Statement of purpose
- Statement of funding
- Transcripts for all college-level course work
- Two (2) letters of recommendation
- GRE or GMAT scores (optional, but strongly recommended)
- TOEFL or IELTS scores (non-native English speakers)
- Interview
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| | Application Deadline | Notification by |
| Fall 2019-Round 1 | March 15, 2019 | Mid-April 2019 |
| Fall 2019-Round 2 | May 1, 2019 | Mid-June 2019 |
Application Checklist:
- Online application
- Application fee, $85 USD
- Resume/CV
- Statement of purpose
- Dissertation topic
- Writing sample
- Transcripts for all college-level course work
- Two (2) letters of recommendation
- GRE or GMAT scores (optional, but strongly recommended)
- TOEFL or IELTS scores (non-native English speakers)
Application Instructions
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| | Application Deadline | Notification by |
| Fall 2019-Regular Decision | December 15, 2018 | March 15, 2019 |
Application Checklist:
- Online application
- Application fee, $85 USD
- Resume/CV
- Statement of purpose
- Dissertation topic
- Writing sample
- Transcripts for all college-level course work
- Two (2) letters of recommendation
- GRE or GMAT scores
- TOEFL or IELTS scores (non-native English speakers)
Application Instructions
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| | Application Deadline | Notification by |
| Spring 2019-Early Notification | November 1, 2018 | November 30, 2018 |
Fall 2019-Early Notification
Fall 2019-Regular Decision | November 1, 2018
January 7, 2019 | December 21, 2018
March 8, 2019 |
Application Checklist:
- Online application
- Resume/CV
- Statement of purpose
- Analytical essay
- Transcripts for all university-level course work
- Two (2) letters of recommendation
- TOEFL or IELTS scores, or Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency (non-native English speakers)
- GRE or GMAT scores (optional)
Application Instructions
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Apply
| | Application Deadline | Notification by |
| Fall 2019-Early Notification | November 1, 2018 | December 21, 2018 |
| Fall 2019-Regular Decision | February 1, 2019 | March 8, 2019 |
Application Checklist:
- Online application
- Application fee, $85 USD
- Resume/CV
- HNC Personal statement
- Transcripts for all college-level course work
- Two (2) letters of recommendation
- Chinese Language Proficiency Test Results (STAMP test)
- TOEFL or IELTS scores (non-native English speakers)
- Interview (optional)
Application Instructions
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Apply
| | Application Deadline | Notification by |
| Fall 2019-Early Notification | November 1, 2018 | December 21, 2018 |
| Fall 2019-Regular Decision | February 1, 2019 | March 8, 2019 |
Application Checklist:
- Online application
- Application fee, $85 USD
- Resume/CV
- HNC Personal statement
- MA Statement of purpose
- MA Analytical essay
- Transcripts for all college-level course work
- Two (2) letters of recommendation
- GRE or GMAT scores
- Chinese Language Proficiency Test Results (STAMP test)
- TOEFL or IELTS scores (non-native English speakers)
- Interview (optional)
Application Instructions
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International Admissions Information
Our Global Network/ Community
As a premier graduate school for the study of international relations we know the importance of cultivating an inclusive community diverse in thought, geographic representation, and experience.
Our world-class faculty, committed alumni network, and focus on professional development provide unrivaled scholarship, experiential learning, and networking opportunities.
Each year, we welcome students from approximately 58 countries across our three global campus locations. Our holistic application review evaluates US and non-US applicants for admission and merit-based scholarships on an equal basis.
All applicants are required to follow the same application instructions and materials; however, non-US applicants have additional application requirements and instructions, which are described below.
How to ApplyEnglish Language Requirements - TOEFL or IELTS scores (non-native English speakers): Applicants whose native language is not English are required to submit an English competency exam, either the TOEFL (www.toefl.org) or the IELTS (www.ielts.org). A score of at least 100 on the TOEFL Internet-based exam or 7 on the IELTS is required for admission. Official scores must come directly from the testing service; please arrange for all standardized test scores to be sent to Johns Hopkins SAIS in advance of the application deadline. The Johns Hopkins SAIS TOEFL code is 5610-0000.
Exemptions- If English is not your native language, (or in the case of bilingual students, your dominant language is not English) and you hold an undergraduate degree granted by an accredited institution where 1) English is the language of instruction and 2) the accredited institution is located in a country where English is an official language, you will not be required to submit an English competency exam.
- Applicants may request a TOEFL waiver if the attended accredited institution is located in one of the following countries whose official language is English: (Place in box) Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, Australia, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Bermuda, Botswana, British Virgin Islands, Cameroon*, Canada*, Cayman Islands, Cook Islands, Dominica, Gambia, Ghana, Grenada, Guyana, India, Ireland, Jamaica, Kenya, Kiribati, Lesotho ,Liberia, Malawi, Micronesia, Montserrat, Namibia, New Zealand, Nigeria, Philippines, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Sierra Leone, Singapore, Saint Maarten, South Africa, Tanzania, Trinidad and Tobago, Turks and Caicos Islands, Uganda, United Kingdom, Zimbabwe
- If English is not your native language and you hold a graduate degree granted by an accredited institution in a country where 1) English is the language of instruction and 2) the accredited institution is located in a country where English is an official language, you will need the approval of the Office of Admissions to be exempt from submitting an English competency exam. Please contact the Office of Admissions for more information at sais.dc.admissions@jhu.edu.
- Pre-term English Course
Some admitted candidates may be required to take the Johns Hopkins SAIS Summer and/or Pre-Term English course to ensure they have adequate competence in English prior to beginning their first semester.
For pre-term guidelines:
Transcripts and Credentials - If your transcript is in a language other than English, you are asked to provide an official translation of the entire transcript and an explanation of the grading system of the university. You are strongly encouraged to use a credential evaluation service, particularly if you are not sure of how to obtain original transcripts or face difficulties obtaining them. See World Education Services and the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services for a list of providers. Transcripts and translations must be received by the Johns Hopkins SAIS Office of Admissions before the relevant deadline, so please make any requests well in advance.
Financing Your Educationhttps://www.sais-jhu.edu/content/financial-aid-office#financing-your-education-non-us-citizensStudent Visas & Immigration Advising- Admitted students will have access to the Johns Hopkins University Office of International Services for guidance on obtaining a student visa, family visas, and other immigration advising.
Student Life & Housing- The Office of Student Life at Johns Hopkins SAIS welcomes all students to the campus community and provides a variety of helpful resources to assist in the transition to graduate school. Please click here to learn more.
- Johns Hopkins SAIS does not have on-campus housing. For resources on off-campus housing, please click here.
English Language Requirements- TOEFL and IELTS Requirements (use same language that is used for SAIS)
- Exemptions- list of country waivers
- Submitting scores
- Students going to the Hopkins-Nanjing Center are not required to take the English Entry exam, or attend English Language pre-term in DC. Students who intend to continue their studies in DC after a year of study in Nanjing may be required to take the English Entry Exam based on DC language policy.
Transcripts and Additional Application Requirements- Applicants planning to apply to the 2 year Master of Arts in International Studies (MAIS) program, or the Hopkins-Nanjing Center Certificate+Johns Hopkins SAIS MA must submit either GRE or GMAT scores. Applicants for the one-year Certificate program in Nanjing are not required to take the GRE.
- If your transcript is in a language other than English, you are asked to provide an official translation of the entire transcript and an explanation of the grading system of the university. You are strongly encouraged to use a credential evaluation service, particularly if you are not sure of how to obtain original transcripts or face difficulties obtaining them. See the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services for a list of providers. Transcripts and translations must be received by the Johns Hopkins SAIS Office of Admissions before the relevant deadline, so please make any requests well in advance.
- Include information on how to submit GRE scores.
- All applicants to the Hopkins-Nanjing Center are required to take the STAMP Chinese Proficiency Test. Applicants have typically completed 3-4 years of college level Chinese and spent time in China. Students can access the test request form by clicking here.
Financing Your Education- The Hopkins-Nanjing Center offers substantial financial aid including fellowships based on a combination of merit and need. 100% of students who apply for financial aid by the application deadline will receive a scholarship. The Hopkins-Nanjing Center also has a limited number of full tuition scholarships available, including an International Student Scholarship awarded to a non-US or dual citizen. For a full list of Hopkins-Nanjing Center scholarships, click here.
Visa Requirements- All students who attend the Hopkins-Nanjing Center will need to apply for a Long-Term Student (X1) Visa.
- Students will receive supplemental visa docs from the Hopkins-Nanjing Center in early-mid July which will be required for the student visa application. Students should apply for their visa at least one month, but no more than 90 days before the date of departure from their home country.
- Please make sure that your passport is valid for the entirety of your program of study in Nanjing and your passport has at least four empty visa pages. If you do not have four empty visa pages, it is recommended you apply for a new passport as soon as possible.
Student Life & HousingThe Hopkins-Nanjing Center is a supportive community with a student body of about 170 Chinese and international students, resident international faculty and staff and their families, and more than 80 Chinese faculty and staff members. Extra-curricular and co-curricular activities involving all members of the community enhance students’ learning experience. Students organize and participate in a variety of activities outside the classroom ranging from public speaking to volunteer service.
The bicultural and bilingual learning community extends to all areas of the Hopkins-Nanjing Center—including the student dormitory. Certificate students are required to live in the dorms with a roommate, and although it can't be guaranteed, we do our best to pair international and Chinese students together. MAIS students may choose to live with roommates or in a single room.
Class Statistics
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Master of Arts (MA)
Master of Arts in International Economics and Finance (MIEF)
Master of International Public Policy (MIPP)
Master of Arts in Global Policy Program (MAGP)
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
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