Graduate Program in Pathobiology

Instructions for Applying To the Graduate Program in Pathobiology

The University strongly encourages all applicants to apply using the electronic application.
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WHERE TO MAIL:

If possible, sealed letters of recommendation, transcripts, and application fee should be submitted in one complete package. Mail the complete package of application materials, and direct future correspondence to:

Graduate Program in Pathobiology C/o Office of Graduate Student Affairs
The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
1830 E. Monument Street, Suite 2-107
Baltimore, Maryland 21287 U.S.A.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

The deadline for the application, GRE scores, transcripts and letters of recommendation is January 10. All candidates will be notified of the Admission Committee's decision by April 10.

APPLICATION FORMS:

Complete all items on the form. Please include a description (1-2 page maximum) of any prior research experience; and a description (1-2 page maximum) of your personal career goals. In addition, except where specific page limitations are noted, you may include extra information sheets to expand upon any answers where you feel it necessary. A photograph of you is optional.

Letter from Dr. Edward Gabrielson
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Application Fees

Online Application	Paper Application
$ 85.00 - 1 program	$150.00 - 1 program
$100.00 - 2-3 programs	$200.00 - 2-3 programs
$150.00 - 4 or more programs	$250.00 - 4 or more programs

The application fee is $40.00 for Johns Hopkins University students currently enrolled in a degree program and for Johns Hopkins University employees. Payment must be made by check or money order payable to THE JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY. Foreign applicants should send international money orders in U.S. currency for the amount of $85.00, $100.00, or $150.00 for online application or $100.00, $150.00, or $200.00 for paper application. Do not send currency. Checks drawn on foreign banks will not be accepted and applications will be returned. Application fees are non-refundable. Applications will not be processed until the fee is received.

TRANSCRIPTS:

Official transcripts or certified records of all college and/or university study (undergraduate and graduate) must be submitted. If you have attended more than one institution, transcripts from each institution must be forwarded to the Graduate Program in Pathobiology. If information on your current courses is not included in your transcript, send a list of your current courses as well as courses to be taken before beginning graduate study. Please note that transcripts will not be returned.

LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION:

Request at least two faculty members who are acquainted with you and your academic work to send statements of your qualifications for graduate study to the Graduate Program in Pathobiology. These letters should comment on your aptitude and promise for independent research.

GRADUATE RECORD EXAMINATION:

GRE Scores (General Test) is required by the Pathobiology Graduate Program. Students should request that the results of the Graduate Record Examination be sent directly to the University, using the GRE INSTITUTION CODE: 5316.

FINANCIAL AID:

It is advisable for prospective graduate students to estimate their total costs (tuition and living expenses) and relate them to their available sources of income. The average estimated total expense for the twelve-month academic year, including tuition is $69,520. Candidates accepted into the program are offered support that provides a tuition scholarship, medical insurance, and a stipend. The stipend for the academic year 2009 is $27,125. Inquiries about financial aid (U.S. Citizens and Permanent Residents only) may be addressed to the Office of Financial Aid, Broadway Research Building, 733 North Broadway, Suite 137, Baltimore, MD 21205, or telephone (410) 955-1324. E-mail to: finaid@jhmi.edu

TRANSFERS:

An applicant desiring to transfer from another school must be in good standing at that school.