MASTER OF ARTS IN
GOVERNMENT
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
Students in the Johns Hopkins MA in Government Program are given the tools to examine the governmental and social institutions in our society, assess prospects for reform, effect change and become tomorrow’s leaders. The program maximizes the synergy between the study of politics and practical work experience. The MA in Government is housed within the Center for Advanced Governmental Studies, which is conveniently located near Dupont Circle in Washington, DC. Our faculty is a combination of Johns Hopkins professors, scholar-practitioners and experts at the highest levels of government and industry. Our students come from diverse academic and professional backgrounds. About a third of our students work on Capitol Hill, a third work for government agencies and a third work in the private and non-profit sectors. The MA in
ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS
Government degree has empowered many of our students to make profoundly exciting career changes. The program offers a flexible course schedule; students can begin in the fall, spring or summer term. Courses are offered onsite in the evenings as well as online. Part-time students generally earn their degree in two years while students enrolled on a full-time basis can complete the degree in one year. The degree is fully available online as an option for students as well. MA in Government and MBA Dual Degree: The innovative MA in Government/MBA dual degree program prepares managers to move between the public and private sectors, or work for agencies that span the two. The program combines the public sector management strengths of the MA in Government with the private sector business savvy of the MBA.
Prospective students must hold a bachelor’s degree prior to enrolling in the MA in Government Program. The program admits students on a rolling basis. In general, prospective students are encouraged to submit their applications two months before the start of the desired semester. Prospective students should complete an online application (advanced.jhu.edu/admissions) and submit with it an application fee, statement of purpose, two letters of recommendation and other required materials.
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