Johns Hopkins University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Johns Hopkins University
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: Yes
Accreditation: regional
Johns Hopkins University is a medium-sized private university located on an urban campus in Baltimore, Maryland. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 6,090, and admissions are extremely selective, with an acceptance rate of 8%. The university offers 69 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 94%, and a student-faculty ratio of 6:1. Tuition and fees for students are $60,480.
Rankings
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- #1 Ranked in Best Online Master's in Biomedical Engineering Programs
- #1 Ranked in Best Online Master's in Education Programs of 2022
- #1 Ranked in Best Online Master's in Security Programs
- #2 Ranked in Master's in Communication Degree Programs
- #2 Ranked in Best Online Doctorate in Public Health Programs
- #4 Ranked in Best Online Master's in Public Policy and Public Affairs Programs of 2022
- #4 Ranked in Best Online Master's Degrees in Public Policy and Public Affairs
- #11 Ranked in Most Affordable Online MPH Programs
Admissions Breakdown
Retention Rate Insight
97.86% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2020 and returned in Fall 2021.
Graduation Rate Insight
94% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2015. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High school transcriptRequired
High school rankNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
Letter of recommendationRequired
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programNot required or recommended
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Implied no
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile34-35
SAT 25th-75th Percentile1520-1560
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
31k
Students enrolled
64%
Online student enrollment
6:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
4%
Unknown
0%
Black
2%
Hispanic
4%
Two or more races
1%
Non-U.S. Citizen
3%
Asian
5%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
15% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
102
Total Online Enrollment
19,328
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.64% online, 36% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
72% On-campus
28% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor'sNot offered
Graduate Certificate48% online
Master's38% online
Doctorate8% online
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $59,784 | $59,784 |
| Graduate | $54,672 | $54,672 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree or certificate-seeking undergraduates for the 2021–2022 academic year.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,200 |
| On-campus room and board | $17,758 |
| On-campus other expenses | $2,600 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $81,342 | $81,342 |
| Off-campus without family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
| Off-campus with family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
20%
State Grant Aid
2%
Institution Grant Aid
61%
Pell Grant
15%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$10k
Average student debtafter graduation
$68k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- All Track Combined
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Fencing
- Football
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Water Polo
- Wrestling
- Field Hockey
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
Degrees given for the 2021-2022 academic year.
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, And Group Studies. | |||
| 2 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 3 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 4 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 5 | Communications Technologies/Technicians And Support Services. | |||
| 6 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 7 | Education. | |||
| 8 | Engineering. | |||
| 9 | Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians. | |||
| 10 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 11 | Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics. | |||
| 12 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 13 | History. | |||
| 14 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 15 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 16 | Military Technologies And Applied Sciences. | |||
| 17 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 18 | Natural Resources And Conservation. | |||
| 19 | Philosophy And Religious Studies. | |||
| 20 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 21 | Psychology. | |||
| 22 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 23 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 24 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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Data collected from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), [2021-2022]. In the absence of IPED data, information was collected directly from the school and is accurate as of the date of collection. Contact the school directly for the most current and complete information.