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Student Stories

Building a Better Future for Refugees

"I knew I wanted to attend a school with strong conflict management and international development departments and Johns Hopkins SAIS was the only institution that fit the bill."

Exemplary Leadership at Johns Hopkins SAIS

"Johns Hopkins SAIS gave me more than just learning opportunities, but also a true sense of community and the chance to build leadership skills."

Gaining Insights and Expertise from Two Global Institutions

"I admired the pioneering work in the study of Indian domestic politics by Professor Walter Andersen, Director of the South Asia Studies program."

Studying in the Epicenter of Global Policymaking

"The school's location in Washington, DC has offered opportunities to engage with others in the international relations field while studying in the heart of where American foreign policy is formulated."

Developing Expertise in Global Risk

"The MAGR program has offered me a balanced combination of courses in politics, economics and finance and training in highly relevant technical skills."

Valuable Skills and Networking Opportunities Gained Through a Flexible Program for Working Professionals

"I am constantly inspired by the intellect and unique perspectives my classmates contribute every day."

A Top-Rated Education in the Heart of Europe

"I have enjoyed the rich class discussions and benefited from different experiences, views and opinions from students with a wide-range of backgrounds and cultures."

An Enriching Cultural Experience While Earning a Dual Degree

Christina RieglerMasters of Arts in International Affairs (MAIA) ’19 After learning more about the school from its alumni, Christina was confident that a dual degree from SAIS Europe and her former graduate institution, Leiden University […]

Gaining Well-Rounded Expertise Through a Dual Degree

"I have been very impressed with the diversity of the student community, the employers that recruit from campus, and the on-campus events."

Developing Expertise on Sino-Latin American Relations

"While studying at the HNC, the bilingual and multicultural environment gave me the opportunity to engage in meaningful class discussions, listen to different perspectives from classmates and study complex problems in Mandarin with both Chinese and other international students."