Johns Hopkins University (JHU) – Baltimore, Maryland, USA

America’s First Research University with World-Class Prestige

Founded in 1876, Johns Hopkins University is the United States’ first research university, with a global reputation for academic rigor and innovation. Based in Baltimore, Maryland, and operating additional campuses in Washington, D.C., Italy, and China, JHU serves more than 30,000 students across undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs. It is classified as an R1 university, the highest tier of research activity.

Why Choose Johns Hopkins University?

• Consistently ranked among the top 10 U.S. research universities

• Comprises nine academic divisions, including the Schools of Medicine, Engineering, Business (Carey), Public Health (Bloomberg), and Arts & Sciences

• Globally recognized for medical breakthroughs such as CPR and infant heart surgery, and leadership in biomedical and public health research

• Home to 34 Nobel laureates and more than 700 student organizations, including Division I athletics

• Features highly respected programs accredited by bodies such as AACSB, particularly within its Carey Business School

• Maintains a selective admission rate (~5.7%), with most incoming undergraduates ranking in the top 10% of their class

• Offers an enriching campus experience with historic buildings, modern libraries, state-of-the-art research labs, and strong community engagement