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    MA in Government

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    Washington, D.C., USMAHybrid2 years
    $58,680.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    88%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    34
    Cohort
    students
    36
    Credits
    $75.00
    App fee

    MA in Government at Johns Hopkins University is a 36-credit, 2-year, hybrid MA program based in Washington, D.C., US. Tuition is $58,680.

    About the program

    The program combines theory with practical skills for governmental, political, and policymaking challenges. It includes required core courses, customizable core courses with thesis or research options, and electives, with optional concentrations in Democracy Studies and Governance, Political Communications, or Security Studies.

    Focus: both
    Top 10 US News & World Report national universities
    Part-time option

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    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $25,000.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does MA in Government at Johns Hopkins University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for MA in Government at Johns Hopkins University is $58,680 across 36 required credits.
    Is MA in Government at Johns Hopkins University online or in-person?
    MA in Government at Johns Hopkins University is offered hybrid.
    How long does MA in Government at Johns Hopkins University take to complete?
    MA in Government at Johns Hopkins University is structured around 2 years and 36 credits.
    What GPA is required for MA in Government at Johns Hopkins University?
    Per the program's published guidance: A minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
    How competitive is MA in Government at Johns Hopkins University?
    MA in Government at Johns Hopkins University reports an acceptance rate of approximately 88%.