This is a great program. I wasn't a math or econ major so it helped me prepare and gain acceptance into a Phd in Financial Economics at a Top 10 school. I am in the dissertation phase of my program after having taken all of my coursework. I recieved credit for my work at Hopkins and the remaining courses were mostly a rehash of what Hopkins taught me. Most people know what an exceptional program it is except for a few vocal internet know it alls. While I was a student there, I recieved at a minimal 7-10 emails weekly from the director from companies and governmental organizations looking for JHU Applied Economics graduates specifically.