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    MA in Psychological and Brain Sciences

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    Baltimore, USMAIn-person
    $66,670.00
    Tuition

    MA in Psychological and Brain Sciences at Johns Hopkins University is a in-person MA program based in Baltimore, US. Tuition is $66,670.

    About the program

    The program trains students in psychological science through seminars and research in biopsychology, cognitive psychology, and developmental psychology. Students engage in research on topics such as animal cognition, memory, attention, and language development.

    Focus: research
    one of the 20 best psychology graduate programs (U.S. News & World Report)

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Mar 15, 2027

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min GRE General Test optional & not required for Fall 2025 admissions; no minimums or cut-offs published
    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL/IELTS (international applicants only); no program-specific minimum published (Krieger KSAS recommends TOEFL iBT 100)
    IELTS
    required
    Min TOEFL/IELTS (international applicants only); no program-specific minimum published (Krieger KSAS recommends IELTS 7)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $25,000.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does MA in Psychological and Brain Sciences at Johns Hopkins University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for MA in Psychological and Brain Sciences at Johns Hopkins University is $66,670.
    Is MA in Psychological and Brain Sciences at Johns Hopkins University online or in-person?
    MA in Psychological and Brain Sciences at Johns Hopkins University is offered in-person.
    What work-permit options follow MA in Psychological and Brain Sciences at Johns Hopkins University?
    Post-completion work rights for MA in Psychological and Brain Sciences at Johns Hopkins University: 12 months OPT (US)