Johns Hopkins University is a gateway to a world of opportunities in nearly every field. Hopkins prides itself on making incredible opportunities accessible to everyone. At Hopkins, students from all over the world engage in groundbreaking research, fantastic athletic and extracurricular opportunities, and innovative and stimulating academia that is both challenging and rewarding in all disciplines.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
Located in the heart of Baltimore, MD, Johns Hopkins is one of the top research universities in the world. Be prepared to work hard and play harder. The key to success at this school is knowing how to apply yourself to the maximum while still allowing time for fun outside the classroom. Get involved--join an acappella group, volunteer with local charity organizations throughout Charm City, or apply for a research job or internship at the Johns Hopkins Hospital, the highest ranked hospital in the US. No matter what you decide to do with your time here, a Hopkins education will yield tremendous career opportunities in the future, regardless of your major.
Do you find there’s enough academic rigor at your school?
Hopkins is no doubt challenging, but the opportunities that hard work yields at this school are phenomenal. Hopkins is often mislabeled as cutthroat, mostly because students here are extremely self-motivated and hardworking, but it is very possible for any student to excel here with enough determination. Hopkins is also known for grade deflation, but classes are curved appropriately and graded fairly. Class sizes are generally quite small, which makes professors accessible and willing to meet with students one-on-one. Overall, be prepared to work hard while still enjoying your work.
Describe the dorm life at your college.
Dorm experiences vary dramatically depending on your particular dorm. Freshmen can choose between suite-style and traditional dorm living in a number of different buildings. Buildings A and B are more quiet but perfect if you prefer to study in your room. The AMR's are considered more social, especially because the traditional communal bathrooms foster a social environment. Wolman and McCoy are the newest freshman dorms with the best facilities, but regardless of where you live freshman year, your dorm experience is what you make of it. Juniors and Seniors live off campus, so be prepared for only one or two years of the traditional dorm experience.
Describe the food and dining at your college.
Hopkins offers more or less your typical college food. The Fresh Food Cafe is the go-to place for all-you-can-eat buffet style food, and it's also the place where freshman take most of their meals. Levering Cafe is great for lunch, and Charles Street Market is the perfect place to pick up a quick snack or a few groceries. Variety isn't a problem because there's something on campus for everyone, and the local restaurant scene is phenomenal. The meal plans are quite expensive, however, and you may often feel like you're not eating your money's worth.
What’s there to do for fun at your college?
There is a reason Baltimore is called Charm City--the possibilities that await you here are endless. The Inner Harbor is a popular destination for great shopping and restaurants, and the National Aquarium is a must. The Baltimore Museum of Art is located right next to campus and is a free opportunity that every Hopkins student should take advantage of at least once. There are amazing opportunities on campus too. The most exciting is Spring Fair, an annual Hopkins tradition that brings dozens of food trucks, vendors, and entertainers to Hopkins for a weekend.
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
Like a lot of colleges, Hopkins is expensive. Don't hesitate to apply for financial aid, though, because you might be surprised. Overall, the opportunities that a Hopkins education provides are worth the investment.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus
Lacrosse is by far the biggest athletic tradition on campus, and oddly enough, Hopkins' Homecoming takes place during the spring, rather than during the fall, to celebrate the lacrosse team. Homecoming weekend is filled with a lot of fun that students look forward to all year.
Which types of students will excel at your college?
Hopkins is the perfect place for students who are independent, self-motivated individuals who already know how to apply themselves. Nobody is going to hold your hand at this school, so success here is defined by your ability to stay organized and manage a big workload. If you're looking for easy coursework, this may not be the school for you.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
There really is something for everyone at this school. From acappella to theater to service organizations, it's easy to get involved in anything that might spark your interest.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
Fraternities and sororities are a huge part of student life on campus. Even the the sororities at Hopkins don't live in sorority housing, Greek life is a fun and rewarding experience for hundreds of women at Hopkins. Fraternities, meanwhile, are the center of the majority of the social life on campus. Whether or not you choose to rush, Greek life is definitely something to think about.
How would you describe campus safety? Do you feel safe on campus?
Hopkins is ranked as one of the safest campuses in the US. Every dorm features 24/7 security, and the Hopkins blue light system provides a way for students to notify security of danger with only the touch of a button. At Hopkins, security is something you will never have to worry about.
Johns Hopkins University is a gateway to a world of opportunities in nearly every field. Hopkins prides itself on making incredible opportunities accessible to everyone. At Hopkins, students from all over the world engage in groundbreaking research, fantastic athletic and extracurricular opportunities, and innovative and stimulating academia that is both challenging and rewarding in all disciplines.
Located in the heart of Baltimore, MD, Johns Hopkins is one of the top research universities in the world. Be prepared to work hard and play harder. The key to success at this school is knowing how to apply yourself to the maximum while still allowing time for fun outside the classroom. Get involved--join an acappella group, volunteer with local charity organizations throughout Charm City, or apply for a research job or internship at the Johns Hopkins Hospital, the highest ranked hospital in the US. No matter what you decide to do with your time here, a Hopkins education will yield tremendous career opportunities in the future, regardless of your major.
Hopkins is no doubt challenging, but the opportunities that hard work yields at this school are phenomenal. Hopkins is often mislabeled as cutthroat, mostly because students here are extremely self-motivated and hardworking, but it is very possible for any student to excel here with enough determination. Hopkins is also known for grade deflation, but classes are curved appropriately and graded fairly. Class sizes are generally quite small, which makes professors accessible and willing to meet with students one-on-one. Overall, be prepared to work hard while still enjoying your work.
Dorm experiences vary dramatically depending on your particular dorm. Freshmen can choose between suite-style and traditional dorm living in a number of different buildings. Buildings A and B are more quiet but perfect if you prefer to study in your room. The AMR's are considered more social, especially because the traditional communal bathrooms foster a social environment. Wolman and McCoy are the newest freshman dorms with the best facilities, but regardless of where you live freshman year, your dorm experience is what you make of it. Juniors and Seniors live off campus, so be prepared for only one or two years of the traditional dorm experience.
Hopkins offers more or less your typical college food. The Fresh Food Cafe is the go-to place for all-you-can-eat buffet style food, and it's also the place where freshman take most of their meals. Levering Cafe is great for lunch, and Charles Street Market is the perfect place to pick up a quick snack or a few groceries. Variety isn't a problem because there's something on campus for everyone, and the local restaurant scene is phenomenal. The meal plans are quite expensive, however, and you may often feel like you're not eating your money's worth.
There is a reason Baltimore is called Charm City--the possibilities that await you here are endless. The Inner Harbor is a popular destination for great shopping and restaurants, and the National Aquarium is a must. The Baltimore Museum of Art is located right next to campus and is a free opportunity that every Hopkins student should take advantage of at least once. There are amazing opportunities on campus too. The most exciting is Spring Fair, an annual Hopkins tradition that brings dozens of food trucks, vendors, and entertainers to Hopkins for a weekend.
Like a lot of colleges, Hopkins is expensive. Don't hesitate to apply for financial aid, though, because you might be surprised. Overall, the opportunities that a Hopkins education provides are worth the investment.
Lacrosse is by far the biggest athletic tradition on campus, and oddly enough, Hopkins' Homecoming takes place during the spring, rather than during the fall, to celebrate the lacrosse team. Homecoming weekend is filled with a lot of fun that students look forward to all year.
Hopkins is the perfect place for students who are independent, self-motivated individuals who already know how to apply themselves. Nobody is going to hold your hand at this school, so success here is defined by your ability to stay organized and manage a big workload. If you're looking for easy coursework, this may not be the school for you.
There really is something for everyone at this school. From acappella to theater to service organizations, it's easy to get involved in anything that might spark your interest.
Fraternities and sororities are a huge part of student life on campus. Even the the sororities at Hopkins don't live in sorority housing, Greek life is a fun and rewarding experience for hundreds of women at Hopkins. Fraternities, meanwhile, are the center of the majority of the social life on campus. Whether or not you choose to rush, Greek life is definitely something to think about.
Hopkins is ranked as one of the safest campuses in the US. Every dorm features 24/7 security, and the Hopkins blue light system provides a way for students to notify security of danger with only the touch of a button. At Hopkins, security is something you will never have to worry about.