Robotics MSE Program Prerequisites

Math and Physics Proficiency Prerequisites

Proficiency in undergraduate mathematics and physics is expected for all MSE students in the robotics program. This will include the following:

• Multivariable integral and differential calculus
• Linear algebra
• Ordinary differential equations
• Physics – undergraduate calculus-based mechanics, electricity, and magnetism.
• Probability and statistics

The core courses assume MSE students have these proficiencies in the prerequisites.

Computing Proficiency Prerequisites

All MSE students in the robotics program are expected to have proficiency in computer programming. This will include the following:

• Basic numerical methods using existing programming environments.
• The ability to write well-structured and documented programs in a standard programming language such as C++, Java, or MATLAB.

Whiting School of Engineering Requirements

All graduate applicants new to JHU (not combined bachelor’s/master’s, dual degrees, etc.):

• Are required to have completed a bachelor’s degree or the equivalent prior to starting a graduate program in the WSE;
• Must meet English Proficiency requirements (as relevant);
• Must submit at least 3 letters of recommendation;
• Must submit transcripts from all prior educational institutions (unofficially in application, official once accepted)

Robotics Distinguished Master’s Fellowships

All Robotics MSE applicants will be considered for a limited number of Robotics Distinguished Master’s Fellowships which offer partial tuition remission.   We strongly encourage minorities, women, individuals who are disabled, and veterans to apply.

Home to Hopkins

If you are interested in taking part in the Home to Hopkins program please email [email protected] for more information.

Admissions Process

The application for Fall 2025 will open in early September.

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Application Deadline – The application deadline is 11:59pm EST on December 15, 2024 for matriculation in Fall 2025.

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Application Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, or math. (Or demonstrated knowledge or accomplishment in these fields)
• Graduate Application
• Statement of Purpose (no more than one page) – in your statement of purpose please consider the following questions:
  • Why are you interested in doing an MSE in Robotics? No need to over-think this: it is fine if it is as simple as wanting to get a job in this field!
  • What do you hope to learn during the Robotics MSE?
  • What do you want to do after you graduate, and how do you see the MSE degree from JHU as assisting in that goal?
• Transcript
• (Optional) Graduate Record Examination (GRE). Please use institution code: 4655. While the GRE is optional, if it is submitted, it will be reviewed.
• IELTS, Cambridge Assessment English, or TOEFL for international applicants. Please note: while the Robotics program accepts both the TOEFL and the IELTS tests, we strongly prefer the IELTS.
• Three letters of reference
• For non-USA academic work, JHU Graduate Admissions and the Robotics MSE program strongly recommends you submit a professional evaluation from one of the recommended resources (more information here). This evaluation is not required, but inclusion of a professional transcript evaluation greatly increases understanding of your academic accomplishments.

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Johns Hopkins University is deeply committed to the dignity and equality of all persons—inclusive of sex, gender, marital status, pregnancy, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, and veteran status. Like the university, Robotics values diversity, and welcomes applications from all.

More information on diversity here.