How to apply: Non-degree

Begin and manage your application by creating your username and password on the Johns Hopkins University-wide platform.

• Choose "Carey Business School" as your school of choice.
• You can begin your application, save it, and return to finish it at a later time by logging in at your convenience.
• Your application will not be evaluated until all supporting materials are received.
• Use Google Chrome for the best user experience while completing your application.

When choosing an application round, be sure to review our decision release dates and deposit deadlines to secure your place in the class. As a general policy, we do not offer extensions, so we recommend applying when you’re confident you’ll be ready to make your enrollment decision. International applicants are strongly encouraged to apply by the Round 2 deadline. 

Fall 2026 application deadlines

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. Please visit your school’s website to request an official transcript be sent electronically to carey.admissions.transcripts@jhu.edu.

We require transcripts from all institutions where you have attempted more than 15 credits. Final transcripts must show the degrees you have earned. Your admission decision may be delayed if you do not send transcripts from all colleges/universities attended. If your transcripts are from a non-U.S. school, please review the "additional requirements for the non-U.S. applicants" section below for information about the required course-by-course credential evaluation process.

If your school does not participate in an electronic transcript submission system, please send official sealed transcripts to the address below:

Johns Hopkins Carey Business School
Office of Admissions
100 International Drive
Baltimore, MD 21202

Please submit a copy of your government issued ID.

We require a one-page résumé that highlights your academic background and professional experience in a clear, concise, and results-oriented format. Your résumé should be organized in reverse chronological order and include both the months and years for each position or internship.

We recommend emphasizing your quantifiable achievements, demonstrated leadership, and impact—rather than simply listing job responsibilities. Tailor your résumé for business school by showcasing contributions that reflect your potential as an MBA candidate.

Your résumé should complement, not duplicate, your essays and application. Use it to showcase the broader story of your career progression, decision-making, and readiness for graduate study.

Use clear section headings, professional font (10–12 points), and consistent formatting throughout. Be sure to proofread carefully to eliminate any spelling or grammatical errors. This is your opportunity to provide the admissions committee with a concise snapshot of who you are and the impact you’ve made—make it count. 

Please submit a statement of purpose explaining why you wish to enroll in a specific course and how that course–and Carey–aligns with your professional goals.

The application fee will be waived for non-degree applicants.

• Non-degree students will pay tuition at the standard per-credit-hour rate for graduate courses.
• Non-degree students are not eligible for federal financial aid or institutional scholarships.
• Tuition refunds for withdrawals will follow the standard institutional refund policy.