Overview
Enrollment
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.
Ratings
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Johns Hopkins is rated within the top 3% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 10 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Johns Hopkins University within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#10 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#10 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#1 in Best Colleges in Maryland
#1 in Best Private Colleges in Maryland
#17 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#1 in Best Value Colleges in Maryland
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1520/1570 |
| ACT | 34/35 |
| GPA | 3.92 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jan 3, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Extreme |
| Application Fee | $70 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,280 |
| Other Fees | $0 |
| Room and Board | $17,640 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,400 |
| Total One Year Cost | $80,800 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Health Professions | 23% |
| Social Sciences | 17% |
| Engineering | 16% |
| Biology | 11% |
| Mathematics | 4% |
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Questions and Answers
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=162928 IPEDS survey data for Johns Hopkins University.
Current students may use the Johns Hopkins University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2024