MBA in MBA (Full Time)

For International Only : Applicants who earned or are currently pursuing a degree from a school outside the United States, must submit an official course-by-course evaluation. The course-by-course evaluation must be provided by a NACES member agency and must reflect that the applicant has the equivalent of a U.S. bachelor’s degree. If coursework was earned outside the U.S., but the degree was earned in the U.S., only transcripts from all schools are required and those transcripts must be in English.

Official transcripts from all U.S. schools must be sent electronically. All U.S. transcripts must be from an accredited institution recognized by the Department of Education. We require transcripts from all institutions where you have attempted more than 15 credits. Final transcripts must show the degrees you have earned.

Applicants must submit a total of two required essays, based on the questions listed below. It is important to express your original thoughts and incorporate your individual voice in response to these questions. We do not accept general statements of purpose or essays on topics from other applications. Essay 1: What are your specific post-MBA career aspirations and how will this program help you achieve your short- and long-term goals? Please be sure to comment on why now is the right time to pursue a full-time MBA and what aspects of the Johns Hopkins MBA are particularly appealing to you. Essay 2: Carey’s institutional values are Boundless Curiosity, Relentless Advancement, Unwavering Humanity, and Collaborative Leadership. Boundless Curiosity: Have a hungry mind, wired for exploration, always seeking, discovering, and innovating. Carey embraces continuous learning and a constant pursuit of knowledge. Relentless Advancement: Challenge the status quo. Carey builds on Johns Hopkins University’s tireless pursuit of excellence. Unwavering Humanity: Commit to business with humanity in mind. Carey advances society and shapes leading citizens Collaborative Leadership: Foster an inclusive environment. Carey builds passionate teams across the Johns Hopkins network to develop dynamic business solutions. Which of Carey’s four values resonates most with you, and why? Please describe ways you already exemplify that value, as well as how you envision demonstrating this value in your future career. Optional essay: We also offer an optional essay to provide any additional clarifying information you wish to share with the Admissions committee regarding your academic record, personal history, or professional attributes. This space can also be used to address extenuating circumstances such as inconsistent or weak academic performance, gaps in work experience, or choice of recommender. Be sure your essays capture who you are, what you believe, and what you aspire to do. In addition: Indicate which question you are answering at the beginning of each essay. Use a 12-point font and double-space your document. Upload both required essays to the online application. Essays should be 300-500 words each.

We require one professional recommendation, though we will review up to two. Your recommender should be someone who knows you in a professional context and can speak directly to your strengths, impact, leadership potential, and contributions. A current or former supervisor is typically the most effective choice. Academic recommendations are generally not as helpful, especially when only one letter is submitted. To ensure your recommender is well prepared: Approach them at least two months in advance of the application deadline. Share your résumé, career goals, and a brief overview of why you’re pursuing an MBA at Carey, so they can align their recommendation with the rest of your application. Discuss submission requirements and deadlines early, and ensure they submit the letter in the proper format.

We require a one-page résumé highlighting your academic achievements and professional experience in a concise manner. Please be sure to your update your résumé with both the months and years of your various work and/or internship experience listed in reverse chronological order. We recommend focusing less on your key responsibilities and more on your quantifiable achievements, demonstrated leadership, and ability to make an impact. Use a professional font sized between 10 – 12 points, and organize your résumé into clear sections. Make sure your content is consistently aligned and thoroughly proofread for any spelling or grammatical errors.