History of Medicine, PhD at Johns Hopkins University

Programme overview

The PhD program in the History of Medicine is part of the broader Program on the History of Science, Medicine, and Technology jointly run by the Department of the History of Medicine in the School of Medicine and the Department of the History of Science and Technology in the Krieger School of Arts and Sciences.

Faculty: School of Medicine | Study mode: full-time | Location: Baltimore, MD, United States

What you will study

The student must satisfy the requirements of the University, the School of Medicine, and the Program. The principal requirement for the PhD degree in the history of medicine is the writing of a dissertation based upon original research and of publishable quality. Prior to embarking on full-time dissertation research, candidates will prepare themselves by a variety of courses, seminars, and guided reading.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Candidates must have graduated from an accredited institution with a baccalaureate level degree. Preference will be given to applicants with training in some aspect of the health sciences or history. For further information on general open houses, faculty-specific open houses, application requirements, deadlines, and more, please visit our Application Page . The application deadline for fall admission is December 15 at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Standard Time. Applicants are advised to send in application materials by early December. Spring admission is not offered.

Advanced Academic Programs charges a $90 non-refundable application fee per programme application for Summer 2027 and later terms.

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