Information for Prospective Bachelor's-Master's Candidates
The Bachelor's Master's Program of the Department of Applied Mathematics and Statistics is designed to enable exceptionally qualified and highly motivated students to fulfill the requirements for both degrees within five years. The program is selective, with high standards for admission, because of the outstanding achievement and commitment required to complete it on schedule. Alternatively, students interested in the Master's degree may pursue the traditional path of completing the Bachelor's degree before beginning graduate study.
The following are specifics pertaining to the Bachelor's-Master's Program.
1. The student should be familiar with the requirements of the Bachelor's-Master's Program as described in the Johns Hopkins University catalog. Further explanatory information, including sample programs, is provided on the department’s web site at http://www.ams.jhu.edu/masters-grad-handbook/introduction.html.
2. Together with the advisor the student should construct a proposed program of coursework that meets all requirements of the Bachelor's-Master's Program. Some points to keep in mind are:
a) The proposed coursework should form a coherent program with a recognizable focus.
b) Most 400-level or higher courses in the Applied Mathematics and Statistics Department are "graduate-level" for the purpose of meeting the Master's degree requirements.
c) Up to three 400-level or higher courses in other departments may be used to fulfill the Master's degree requirements. Please note that for students entering the Master's program after January 1, 2007, the School of Engineering places a limit on the number of courses that may be double counted for two different degrees. Please see http://engineering.jhu.edu/graduate-double-counting/ for details.
d) The research project/essay option should be considered seriously. Under this option an undergraduate may become involved in faculty research activities.
e) Students must demonstrate a working knowledge of the utilization of computers in applied mathematics. Information and the certification form are attached.
3. The student must apply formally to the department for admission to the graduate program. Along with the application form, the student must submit official transcript(s), a personal statement and also arrange for three letters of recommendation from persons familiar with his/her academic capabilities and performance. A non-refundable $75.00 application fee is required.
The completed "Bachelor's-Master's Program" form, should also be signed by the advisor and the student, then submitted to the Academic Program Coordinator with the other application materials.
We strongly recommend that students apply during their junior year. However, the completed application and supporting material must be received by the department no later than September 15 of the student’s senior year.
4. The application for admission to the graduate program will be reviewed by the department's Academic Affairs Committee, and a decision will be made soon after all application materials are on file. If the application is approved, admission is effective the following Spring or Fall.
5. Whenever changes to the program or coursework become necessary or desirable a revised program should be submitted for approval by the department chair and the Academic Affairs Committee.