A new policy this year is that applicants invited to interview for the MD-PhD program may still be considered by the regular MD Admissions Committee. In these instances, the application is forwarded to the Medical School Office of Admission and the applicant is notified of this. In addition, candidates who are interviewed but not offered a place in the MD-PhD program may also be considered by the regular MD Admissions Committee. Interview visits generally last for one and a half days. Applicants are interviewed by members of the MD-PhD Committee and other faculty members who share their research interests.
Applicants have many opportunities to meet with current students during their visit.
Applicants who are offered admission are encouraged to revisit Johns Hopkins in April, at the expense of the program. Applicants have a chance to meet informally with faculty members of their choice, to spend more time with other students and to explore the attractions of the Baltimore-Washington area. The recruitment of students from underrepresented minority groups is a top priority of the MD-PhD Program. During the Weekend, visiting students have a chance to meet with all current first and second year minority MD-PhD students. The Weekend concludes with a brunch at the home of Dr. and Mrs. Benjamin Carson.