Graduate Certificate in Urban Education at Johns Hopkins University

    Graduate Certificate in Urban Education at Johns Hopkins University

    Graduate Certificate in Urban Education at Johns Hopkins University

    International students can study the Urban Education at Johns Hopkins University at its main campus in Baltimore, United States of America. This Graduate Certificate degree is available as a Full Time program delivered on campus in English. The program has a duration of 1 year and is offered at the university's main campus. Students can apply for the next intake starting on May 22, 2027.

    About Graduate Certificate in Urban Education

    The 18-credit Graduate Certificate in Urban Education prepares students to work in a variety of capacities serving urban students. It offers three tracks depending on the student's focus: pedagogy, partnerships, or policy. All students take a core three-course sequence focused on

    1. understanding the characteristics of urban areas and school systems, and
    2. learning a core set of theories around learning, leadership and partnerships.

    Learning Outcomes

    Through course activities and individual preparation, participants will demonstrate an understanding of and competencies in:

    • Understanding the interrelationships of race, class and culture in urban classrooms.
    • Communicating effectively within the school and parent community.
    • Engaging community resources to enhance learning experiences.
    • Building leadership capacity within the school setting.
    • Linking school and classroom practices with systemic initiatives.
    • Understanding the implications of recent research about urban school reform.

    Disciplines

    School of Education

    Requirements and Admission Criteria for Graduate Certificate in Urban Education at Johns Hopkins University

    Entry Requirements

    Hopkins invests in developing global perspectives so students can be engaged citizens wherever they are.

    As a global university with students from all over the world, we welcome all kinds of experiences and new ways of thinking. We’re here to connect international students with the resources you need to become leaders and active members in our community and beyond. 

    Please email [email protected] with any general international admissions questions. You can also email your regional admissions counselor if you have any questions specific to the area where you live or study.

    English Requirements

    • IELTSMin 7
    • TOEFLMin 100

    Tuition and Fee Information for Graduate Certificate in Urban Education at Johns Hopkins University

    Application Fee 70

    How to Apply for Graduate Certificate in Urban Education at Johns Hopkins University

    Your completed application
    The Hopkins supplement, which includes our supplemental essay
    Class of 2027 Supplemental Essay Prompt

    Founded on a spirit of exploration and discovery, Johns Hopkins University encourages students to share their perspectives, develop their interests and pursue new experiences. Use this space to share something you’d like the admissions committee to know about you (your interests, your background, your identity, or your community) and how it has shaped what you want to get out of your college experience at Hopkins. (300-400 words)

    The $70 application fee or fee waiver

    You can request a fee waiver directly through the Common Application or Coalition on Scoir. If you don’t meet the eligibility criteria on the application and need support covering the application fee, have a representative from your current high school submit our fee waiver request form.

    Your standardized test scores Optional

    If you choose to submit your scores, our admissions committee will consider them as additional context in our review process. You’re welcome to submit SAT, ACT, AP, IB, English language proficiency exams, or any other score you feel reflects your academic ability. Applicants aren’t at a disadvantage if they don’t submit test scores.

    Your signed Early Decision Agreement Early Decision I and II only

    If you’re applying as an Early Decision applicant, you must submit a binding agreement to attend Hopkins if admitted.

    Graduate Certificate in Urban Education at Johns Hopkins University
    Johns Hopkins University
    Johns Hopkins University
    United States of America

    United States of America, Baltimore

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