We understand that education represents a considerable investment in your future, and want to help you achieve your goals. Students enrolled in the MA in Global Risk (online) program may qualify for financial aid, and military veterans may be eligible for additional support through the Yellow Ribbon program. For additional information, contact the financial aid department by visiting support.sis.jhu.edu/case-home or call +1 (877) 419-5131.
Note that the residency fees cover the cost of most meals and lodging during the in-person residencies. Students are responsible for the cost of their flight.
Tuition
| Cost per credit hour | $1,453.50* |
| Total credits | 50 |
| Total tuition | $72,675 |
Residency and Other Expenses
| Residency Fees/Expenses | $3,750 |
| Fees | Application Fee: $85† Matriculation Fee: $500 Student Services Fee: $900 |
| Total Program Cost | $77,910 |
*Tuition rate effective Fall 2024 and subject to change.
†The school offers application fee waivers to participants or alumni affiliated with the following professional development programs:
- The Thomas R. Pickering Foreign Affairs Fellowship Program
- The Public Policy and International Affairs Program (PPIA)
- Charles B. Rangel International Affairs Fellowship Program
- Fulbright Program (those currently on fellowship)
- McNair Scholars Program
- Teach for America
- Teach for China
- Peace Corps
In order to receive a fee waiver, you must submit an official document confirming your participation in the appropriate program to admissionssais@jhu.edu. We will waive the fee once the paperwork is received by our office and your application has been submitted. Unfortunately, we do not grant fee waivers for financial hardship.
For any questions or concerns regarding the in-person residencies, please contact an admissions counselor at saisonline@jhu.edu or call +1 888-513-5303.
Request Information
To learn more about the MA in Global Risk (online) and download a brochure, fill out the fields below, or call +1 410-648-2495 or toll-free at +1 888-513-5303 to talk with one of our admissions counselors.
Yellow Ribbon Program
Johns Hopkins University is a proud participant of the Yellow Ribbon program that enhances financial access for student veterans. The program currently provides up to $12K in additional support to military veterans who are not active duty and have a 100% GI Bill benefit rate.
For additional information, visit https://support.sis.jhu.edu/case or call +1 (877) 419-5131.
Matriculation Fee
Admitted students are required to pay a $500 non-refundable deposit to secure their place in the program. The deposit is due approximately two or four weeks from the date the admission decision is released.
Tuition and Fees Refund Policy
Please see the SAIS website for the tuition and refund schedule.