United States
Johns Hopkins University
Tuition fee
$65,000/year
QS ranking
24
University ranking
#15 (THE 2024)
Johns Hopkins University is a private research university in Baltimore, Maryland, founded in 1876, enrolling about 30,000 students (including 5,000+ international) and renowned for public health, engineering, international studies, and neuroscience, with world-class research facilities and proximity to Washington, D.C.
Academic programs
Tuition Fees (2025–26)
International tuition
Undergraduate (International)
~$65,000/year
Postgraduate (International)
$45,000–$70,000/year (varies by program)
PhD
Fully funded in most programs (stipend + tuition waiver)
Scholarships
Need-based aid for undergraduates, merit fellowships for graduates, and full funding for most PhD programs; external awards also available.
Need-based financial aid
Available for undergraduates, including international students.
Merit-based fellowships
Available for graduate students.
PhD funding
Full funding/stipends for most PhD programs.
External scholarships
Examples include Fulbright and Chevening.
International Student Grants
Administered via the Office of International Services.
Rankings
QS World University Rankings 2025: #24 globally
Times Higher Education 2024: #15 globally
#1 worldwide for Public Health (Bloomberg School)
Top 10 in the US for Biomedical Engineering, International Studies, and Neuroscience
Required Documents
Academic transcripts and certificates
Proof of English proficiency
Personal statement or Statement of Purpose
Letters of recommendation (usually 2–3)
Resume/CV (for postgraduate/PhD)
Research proposal (for PhD applicants)
Standardized test scores (if required by program)
Student Life & Campus
Urban campus in Baltimore with historic and modern buildings, strong global student network, and comprehensive support services for international students.
400+ clubs, cultural groups, and international societies
Office of International Services: visa, immigration, housing, cultural adjustment
Access to world-class research labs, libraries, and internships
Close to Washington D.C. and Philadelphia
Safe, vibrant community with arts, food, and museums nearby
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