Johns Hopkins University

Overview

Johns Hopkins University, located in Baltimore, Maryland, approximately 18 miles northeast of downtown Washington D.C., is a prestigious private research institution founded in 1876. The university is recognized for its strong emphasis on research and offers a range of undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs, with a distinctive reputation in fields such as medicine, biomedical engineering, international relations, and public health. The Homewood campus, reflecting a blend of Georgian and modern architecture, provides housing options for students, enhancing a residential collegiate experience in an urban setting. Johns Hopkins is characterized by a highly competitive admissions process, seeking students who demonstrate exceptional academic prowess and potential. While the university does not have a primary focus on athletics, it has gained recognition for its lacrosse teams.

In the most recent statistical year 37,844 prospective students applied, and 2,745 were granted admission.  Of those admitted 1,406 enrolled in the school.  16,888 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 14,387 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $60,480 plus fees of $0. Johns Hopkins is ranked 10 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.