Advance Your Engineering Expertise Without Stepping Away from Your Career
You’ve gained experience, and you’re ready to do more with it. Whether you’re advancing in your current field or stepping into a new area of engineering, what you learn next should prepare you for the work you want to do next.
At Johns Hopkins Engineering for Professionals, you'll study in flexible online programs designed specifically for students with full work schedules, where what you learn connects directly to how engineering is practiced, led, and advanced today. Online courses are taught by experts working across industry, government, and organizations like the Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory. They’ll bring current challenges, tools, and perspectives into every assignment and discussion.
Gain the technical depth to grow in your field—or the foundation to move into a new one—without stepping away from your work.
You Have Goals
We have a program designed to help you reach them.
At Johns Hopkins Engineering for Professionals, you’ll find programs structured to meet you where you are as you advance your career or pivot to a new area.
Across programs, you’ll develop advanced technical skills while working through the kinds of problems you’ll encounter in practice. For those entering a new field, select programs offer bridge pathways that help you build the foundational knowledge needed to succeed at the graduate level.
- Programs span more than two dozen engineering disciplines across Johns Hopkins Engineering.
- Courses taught by practitioner faculty working in industry, government, and the Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory, the largest university-affiliated research laboratory in the U.S.
- Flexible program structures that allow specialization or transition across technical areas
- Bridge options available for select programs to support entry into new technical disciplines
No matter where you start, you’ll find a path that aligns with your experience and supports your next step.
Explore graduate study across engineering fields, including:
- Applied Biomedical Engineering
- Artificial Intelligence
- Computer Science
- Cybersecurity
- Data Science
- Engineering Management
- Electrical & Computer Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Robotics and Autonomous Systems
- Space Engineering
- And more across the Engineering for Professionals portfolio
“I liked the EP program, because it allowed me to be a professional engineer and do my master’s on the side, and so it was really flexible with my schedule.”Jonathon Poulose ’26 Johns Hopkins Engineering Student
Engineering Programs Ranked Among the Nation's Best
Top 10 Best Online Master’s in Engineering Programs1 U.S. News & World Report, 2026
Top 10 Best Online Master’s in Engineering Programs for Veterans2 U.S. News & World Report, 2026
Top 10 Best Online Master’s in Information Technology Programs3 U.S. News & World Report, 2026
#1 Best Online Master’s in Information Technology Programs for Veterans U.S. News & World Report, 2026
- Ranked #6 overall for graduate engineering programs
- Ranked #8 among overall graduate engineering programs for veterans
- Specific program rankings:
Ranked #2: Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Engineering Management, Information Systems Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering
Ranked #3: Civil Engineering
Ranked #5: Electrical and Computer Engineering
Ranked #7: Industrial and Operations Engineering and Systems Engineering
Invest in Your Future
Choosing a graduate program is one of the most strategic decisions you can make for your career. An education from Johns Hopkins EP is both respected and applicable to where you want to go next.
- Top-ranked online graduate engineering programs, including #6 overall
- A graduate degree backed by Johns Hopkins’ legacy of excellence
- Curriculum shaped by real engineering challenges and practitioner expertise
- Many graduates report promotions or salary increases after completing their degree
- 90% of recent graduates report they have been able to apply what they have learned in their program at their job
As you plan your investment, you'll find financial resources and guidance to help you explore funding options for part-time and online graduate students.
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The Support and Structure That Help You Move Forward
A clear pathway to getting started
Whether you're exploring programs or preparing to apply, join an Engineering for Professionals Meet the Recruiter session to learn about our online master's programs, admissions requirements, and the application process. You'll also have the opportunity to ask questions during a live Q&A.
Upcoming EventsA network built around real engineering work
Learn alongside professionals across industries and from faculty actively working in the field. You'll be immersed in an interactive community of current students and alumni, with access to career development resources and professional networking opportunities.
Professional DevelopmentResources that support how you learn
Students have access to personalized engineering career development support from a Life Design Educator, the Handshake Career Management system, and professional development events throughout the year.
Explore Student ResourcesApply Now to Take the Next Step with Johns Hopkins Engineering for Professionals
Expand your expertise, strengthen your impact, and move toward the work you want to do next. When you apply, you’ll benefit from:
- No GRE requirement
- No application fee and a streamlined application experience
- Flexible admissions that fit your timeline
Have Questions? Let’s Talk Through Your Options.
Get clear answers before you decide
If you’re still exploring, you don’t have to figure everything out on your own. The admissions team can help you compare programs, understand admissions steps, and move forward with clarity.