Bachelor's/Master of Health Science (MHS) in Health, Behavior and Society

The Bachelor's/Master of Health Science (MHS) in Health, Behavior and Society is designed exclusively for undergraduate students currently enrolled at Johns Hopkins University (JHU). 

JHU undergraduate students have the unique opportunity to seek early admission to the MHS degree. The combined Bachelor's/Master of Health Science (MHS) in Health, Behavior and Society program is intended to prepare students for either further doctoral training in public health or work in public health research or policy. The MHS in Health, Behavior and Society is an advanced research degree, which focuses on integrating and applying a broad range of knowledge and analytical skills in social aspects of public health, with an emphasis on contemporary health problems.

Students may apply up to 16 credits of interdivisional public health coursework counted towards their undergraduate degree to their MHS degree. Students in this program will receive co-advising from both schools to optimize their academic experience.

To learn more, please review the specific program details for the Master of Health Science (MHS) in Health, Behavior and Society program offered by the Department of Health, Behavior and Society.

Bachelor's/Master of Health Science (MHS) in Health, Behavior and Society degree applications should be submitted through SOPHAS Express by July 1 between junior and senior years. JHU seniors can also apply during the beginning of their senior year until October 15 once the application reopens in mid-August.

Please note that admitted students must complete their bachelor's degree before formally matriculating into the Bloomberg School of Public Health.

Eligible Majors: JHU undergraduates of all majors are eligible to apply.

Required Coursework: We strongly recommend that applicants complete the following courses: 

• An upper-level mathematics course (calculus and statistics recommended)
• A social science course
• A public health course

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

*Please send an official transcript to the Admissions Services Office at:
Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health
Admissions Services
615 N. Wolfe St., Ste. E1002
Baltimore, MD 21205