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MS in Data Analytics and Policy Admission and Application Requirements
Admissions Criteria
- A bachelor’s degree from an accredited U.S. college or university, or equivalent international credential
- A minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
How to Apply
Congratulations on reaching this milestone as you work to further your educational journey with Johns Hopkins University. Here are the steps you will need to follow as you apply for your graduate program. Please visit the How to Apply page for additional information.
- Complete the Application.
- Gather and upload the required supporting materials.
- Submit the application along with the $75 application fee.
Required Supporting Materials
Please include any full- or part-time work, internships, and relevant volunteer history. Be sure to detail your educational background and any previous responsibilities related to your intended program.
AAP requires electronic transcripts be emailed directly to [email protected] from the granting institution. If your institution doesn’t provide electronic transcripts, please contact [email protected]
Please provide a statement, up to one page in length, describing your personal background and/or a part of your life experience that has shaped you or your goals. Feel free to elaborate on personal challenges and opportunities that have influenced your decision to pursue a graduate degree at Johns Hopkins.
Please identify two individuals, such as professors or supervisors, who can verify your professional and/or academic accomplishments. Submit your recommenders’ contact information within your online application. They will be emailed automatically with instructions to access the system and provide their recommendations.
A writing sample of approximately 1,250 words should be submitted, demonstrating the applicant’s ability to use quantitative data to answer research questions, address policy problems, or support data-driven decision-making. Applicants with limited background in quantitative analysis may describe their interest in learning to use quantitative methodologies and how they intend to apply them to an area of interest in policy and political analysis. The writing sample should include original analysis and/or draw on credible secondary sources that use quantitative methods. Appropriate citations should be included in any common format (APA, Chicago Style, or similar). Writing samples may not be co-authored, and those written in the last five years are preferred.
Additional Considerations
Applicants who received their bachelor’s degree in a country outside of the United States or have international coursework are required to provide a course-by-course credential evaluation. Studying abroad may be exempt.
If English is your second language, you may be required to take the TOEFL or IELTS examination. Please note this program requires a minimum online TOEFL test score of 100.
Take the Next Step
Develop your analytical and critical thinking skills and prepare to help organizations make data-driven decisions that make a positive impact on society.