Combined / Dual Degree Programs

Combined Bachelor's / Master's Programs

Undergraduate students at Johns Hopkins University that are already interested in pursuing advanced degrees can get a head start through these combined degree programs at the Bloomberg School.

Bachelor's/Master of Health Science (MHS)

The Bachelor's degree and the Master of Health Science (MHS) combined degree program prepares students for further graduate work or prominent careers in research and science. These are the departments that offer the Bachelor's/MHS.

Bachelor's/Master of Science in Public Health (MSPH)

The Bachelor's degree and the Master of Science in Public Health (MSPH) combined degree program offers students the opportunity to integrate focused academic training with real-world public health practice. These are the departments that offer the Bachelor's/MSPH.

Bachelor's/Master of Health Administration (MHA)

The Bachelor's degree and the Master of Health Administration (MHA) combined degree program emphasizes innovation and strategic problem-solving by applying analytical, technical, and management skills required to improve the quality, cost-effectiveness, and integration of healthcare organizations and systems. The Department of Health Policy and Management offers the Bachelor's/MHA.

HOW TO APPLY

Undergraduate students should formally apply for early admission by July 1 following their junior year of undergraduate coursework. For some programs, JHU seniors can also apply during the beginning of their senior year until October 15 once the application reopens in mid-August.

Admitted students must complete their Bachelor's degree before formally enrolling in the Bloomberg School.

To apply, please use the SOPHAS Express(link is external) application, making sure to select the appropriate combined degree option for your degree designation. Applicants must submit the following:

  • Transcripts from Johns Hopkins University and, if applicable, transcripts from any other college-level institutions you have attended*
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Resume or curriculum vitae
  • Statement of purpose and objectives

*Transcripts (U.S. and English-speaking Canada)
The Bloomberg School requires applicants to report all educational history. All transcripts from the U.S. and English-speaking Canada must be sent directly to the Bloomberg School. We request that transcripts are sent electronically. We can accept transcripts from the National Student Clearinghouse(link is external), Parchment(link is external), and MyCred(link is external) (Digitary).

Parchment: Either select Johns Hopkins University - Graduate Programs or bsph.admissions@jhu.edu
National Student Clearinghouse: Use bsph.admissions@jhu.edu
MyCred (Digitary): Select Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health
Greenlight Credentials: Select Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health or bsph.admissions@jhu.edu 

If transcripts cannot be sent electronically, your university may mail them to:
Admissions Services
Student Affairs, Suite E1002
615 N. Wolfe Street
Baltimore MD 21205

The Bloomberg School does not accept transcripts directly from applicants.