Founded: 1876

Student age: from 18 years old

Type of education: mixed

Johns Hopkins University, founded in Baltimore as America's first research university, maintains a global reputation for discovery and addressing complex challenges. Its distinguished faculty, including Nobel laureates, leads a wide array of programs in arts, sciences, engineering, health professions, and international studies. The institution is a perennial leader in federally funded research.

Student life integrates rigorous academics with a vibrant campus experience. Undergraduates typically live on the historic Homewood campus, benefiting from a renowned dining program and over 400 student organizations. The university fosters a collaborative environment with extensive support services and state-of-the-art facilities, including premier libraries and recreation centers.

Notable for transformative contributions from chlorinated water to space imagery, Johns Hopkins cultivates leaders across fields. Its powerful alumni network and focus on applying knowledge for public good prepare graduates for significant global impact and advanced study.