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Do we need to send official TOEFL scores before we receive an acceptance letter?

Are official TOEFL scores from ETS required for the initial application review? Can I send the TOEFL scores after I receive an acceptance letter?

Also, how does scholarship work here? Do we need to apply for one separately or do they give you a scholarship directly based on your application?

I am applying for MS in Biotechnology.

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2024/12/04
11:19 UTC

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Course syllabus

Does anyone have access to the course syllabi for the following courses?

Machine Learning for Signal Processing (EN.520.412/612)

Medical image analysis (EN.520.623)

Deep Learning (EN 520.638)

Neural Implants and Interfaces (EN 580.742)

I am a past student trying to transfer my course credits. I have tried reaching out to the professors for the syllabi, but haven't gotten a response yet. And the school had transitioned from blackboard to canvas, so I cannot access my old records.

Any idea how I can find an old copy of a syllabi or a new one (cause I'm all out of options) for these courses? To save myself time and thousands of dollars!!

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2024/12/04
04:30 UTC

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How long to receive newly admitted student package in mailbox?

Hi,

I just get admitted to Johns Hopskins University to student AI as Graduate Student.

Could you guys tell me when will I receive newly admitted student package in my mailbox?

Thanks,

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2024/12/04
01:18 UTC

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Thoughts about MAPHB programs

Hey everyone.

I heard of this Mastars of Arts i Public Health Biology. Any thoughts about it?

I have considering going for this for the masters and I need some comments from anyone listed in it about the program and how good is it, acceptance difficlty, and the professors in general.

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2024/12/04
01:09 UTC

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Incomming undergrad class of 29, what I gotta know?

Where the best parties @? What classes do I avoid? Where do I avoid? Best place to eat? Gym free? How bad is grade deflation? Should I live on campus all 4 years or nah? Where to get pre-med internships and shadowing? Are campus labs any good or should I go out of campus? Where to go for medical emergencies? Parking space or ride bike? Anything else that matters in quality of life?

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2024/12/03
23:43 UTC

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Optimization 1 Notes Please Help

I've taken all of my notes for this class using Goodnotes on my iPad, but when I went to study today for the exam in 2 days, they were gone! I've tried contacting Goodnotes support, but they just said that they'll "get back to me." I've tried checking in my icloud, but they aren't there either :*(. Does ANYONE have notes from opti 1 that I could borrow? I'm so stressed out from this

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2024/12/02
23:38 UTC

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Is it safe to walk from UMMC to Peabody?

I’ll be staying directly next to UMMC and using the shuttle from Peabody to get to JHH, it’s a 9 min walk. Is it gonna be safe for me to walk? If not what would be a better alternative? Thank you

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2024/12/02
22:34 UTC

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Looking for housing. Wondering which roads around campus are nice, and which to avoid.

I'm currently an admitted student set to begin my master's at JHU in the spring. I'm looking to move sometime around Easter so I can skip the cold weather (I'm a full blooded Floridian). I was wondering which roads around campus are safe and have cool cafes or amenities within a mile via walking. Are there communities that I should flat out avoid due to pest or crime issues? I read up on an r/jhu post from around 4 months ago but didn't quite find the answers I was looking for.

Ideally, I'll find a single bedroom apartment or studio within 20-30 minutes walking to the Homewood campus - closer is always better. I can't afford much past $1600/mo in rent - utilities are already budgeted assuming I'm not forced into variable unit prices for water/sewage and electricity. Moreover, I don't want to live someplace with serious pest issues (rats and such, I can deal with a roach from time to time). I feel like most of these criteria can be met using common sense, but please share housing experiences if you feel inclined to do so.

I've been looking for spaces using the campus affiliated housing site and found apartments that I love, but I have no context. I like apartments on streets like Calvert St, St. Paul St, Howard St, and Fox St to name a few. I can use street view and explore, but I don't exactly get a sense of the vibes. That being said, I'm not completely against finding roommates but I'd prefer having my own space.

Any help would be appreciated.

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2024/12/02
19:13 UTC

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Any good studio options?

Hey guys I am looking for an apartment in January 2025 near the homewood campus walking distance or at least near the transit. My budget would be near $800 - $900 not more than that (maybe little more would be fine don't know?) But please let me know.

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2024/12/02
18:56 UTC

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Studio Sublet/ lease transfer

If anyone is looking for housing starting January. I have a studio on St. Paul for $950 + utilities. DM for more info.

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2024/12/02
18:34 UTC

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mice in our dorm room

We have a really bad problem with mice in our dorm room. It's gotten poop in our beds, which are fully lofted, desks, clothes, and food. We are getting traps from housing office, but even after catching four, we just keep getting more mice. It's getting through the holes in our vent. What's the most effective way to deal with this?

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2024/12/02
06:07 UTC

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recommendations for online student visiting soon!

hi everyone! i’m an online masters student and i have my in-person residency weekend coming up soon, and i wanted to get some ideas of what i should see or do on campus while im there!

i’d love to do some of my lab work in peabody library outside of my lab hours, but i dont have a physical j-card. i have my hopkins ID and stuff - would this be enough?

what other buildings do you recommend i stop at? fave areas around campus? also, the lab may get out kind of late at night. is it safe to walk around campus alone at night to get to my hotel, or should i use the shuttle?

other recommendations are appreciated! thanks all!!

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2024/12/02
04:49 UTC

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Can I submit GRE scores later to JHU after the application is completed?

The MS in CS deadline for JHU is February,15 2025. If I submit my application now and take gre in january, can I submit the scores that time? Please help

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2024/12/02
04:45 UTC

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How can one be safe while living on 929 N Wolfe St and walking to the JHU Medical Campus?

Please share your insights and experience.

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2024/12/02
02:34 UTC

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has anyone lived (or knows someone) in gladwyn manor?

if so, how is it? are there pests?

i can't find anything about it online, so any info would be amazing. thanks!

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2024/12/01
16:15 UTC

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Clinical diagnostic devices and methods in the ECE department.

Anybody ever take this class? How hard is it?

It sounds like design team in BME department.

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2024/12/01
17:19 UTC

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clinical diagnostic devices and methods in the ECE department?

How hard is it? Is it interesting?

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2024/12/01
17:20 UTC

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Veterans at JHU

I'm interested in a couple of Johns Hopkins' online Masters programs, and intend to use my GI Bill as a soon to be veteran.

After doing some research it looks like JHU doesn't offer much toward the Yellow Ribbon program, do active duty/veteran students come out of pocket at all if pursuing full time? The academic advisor/veterans office I spoke to on the phone didn't seem to know how to answer my question.

How are the online offerings in terms of value? Do you feel as though you're receiving the same level of education, networking opportunities, etc. as in-person students?

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2024/11/30
06:42 UTC

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Very silly portal question

I’m a HS senior exactly 2 weeks away from getting my decision back from JHU, and it’s my absolute #1 top choice, so I obviously want to get the full effect of revealing my outcome and whatnot.

So when I log into the portal, where, location-wise will the decision be? Like, will it just BE there or will I have to click more things beforehand?

Thanks!!!

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2024/11/29
20:46 UTC

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IDOC and financial aid checklist

Hey guys, I’m an international student EDing in the undergrad program at Hopkins. I had already submitted the CSS profile well before the deadline, however I still don’t have a financial aid checklist on my applicant portal, neither did I receive an email to submit my tax documents via IDOC. I have emailed the admissions office, but thought I’d ask here as well.

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2024/11/29
12:00 UTC

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Looking for a used car

Is anyone selling their car lol

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2024/11/29
04:59 UTC

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JHU Applied Physics Laboratory Discovery Program

Hello, so I’ve recently gotten invited to interview for the discovery program for new graduates at APL. Does anyone here have any experiences to share and/or advice about interviewing? It seems rather competitive but a very good opportunity.

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2024/11/29
03:41 UTC

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CS Honors thesis

Is there any point in doing this

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2024/11/28
23:08 UTC

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subletting fall 2025/intersession 2026

I’m going to be studying abroad next fall semester so I’m looking to sublet my room to a girl (my 2 roommates are girls). It has a private bathroom and rent is 1585. If you’re interested pls pm me!

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2024/11/27
23:51 UTC

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Subleasing Apartment in Downtown Baltimore

Hi, I have to unfortunately break my lease that ends in October 2025 as soon as possible and am looking for possible tenants.

It is 1b1b apartment. $1705 a month. Very spacious, very clean. 2 mins away from the bus stop. It is called Arrive Inner harbor. I just moved in a couple months ago but due to unfortunate circumstances I have to leave the state.

Please let me know if anyone is interested!

I’m also adding the picture of the floor plan

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2024/11/27
11:56 UTC

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Is JHU's EP in Computer Science suitable for new coders?

I go to the Colorado School of Mines and I'm finishing my BSEE. The job that I will be going to after graduation involves a lot of coding so I was wondering if the MSCS is appropriate for people who want to do software development but with minimal computer science background.

I interned at a place where all did was coding for DSP. They offered me a systems engineering position but the majority of the technical work is writing software in C++ and MatLab.

I did also look at the MS program in Electrical & Computer Engineering, though I wasn't sure if it was an exact fit for my role. The program offers RF and Microwave classes which I would need for the job but not enough software engineering classes. My new role has nothing to do with embedded coding, its just pure software front end and back end with some RF work.

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2024/11/27
04:25 UTC

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Systems engineer EP program M’S

Got accepted to the program. Debating whether to proceed on it and take class next semester. Any thoughts? I don’t have that much background of engineering. I’m also scared if the classes I will take are weeds as well. Any advice and thoughts are appreciated

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2024/11/27
01:32 UTC

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Englsih Requirements

Hello!

I'm currently making sure that I fulfill all of the requirements for the graduate applications at JHU Engineering and I don't find any objections to Cambridge exam results older than 2 years.

Can anyone confirm this? Do you know if JHU accepts these older results (3-4 years)?

This is the website I'm looking at:

https://engineering.jhu.edu/admissions/graduate-admissions/full-time-programs/how-to-apply/international-students/english-proficiency-policy-test-waiver-eligibility/

Thanks!!

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2024/11/26
22:19 UTC

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Outing spots nearby

Hi, I'm super bored and do not want to rot all week in my room. Please suggest any outing spots nearby baltimore like national parks or any outdoorsy locations, like spots for hikes/treks.

4 Comments
2024/11/26
18:12 UTC

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