Johns Hopkins University is about the encouragement of research and the advancement of individual scholars, who by their excellence will advance the sciences they pursue, and the society where they dwell.
Baltimore, Maryland, United States
PhD Programmes
Medicine & Health (14)
- Ph.D. History of Medicine
- Ph.D. Neuroscience
- Ph.D. Pathobiology
- Ph.D. Philosophy in Nursing
- Ph.D. Public Health
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (12)
- Ph.D. Biological Chemistry
- Ph.D. Biophysics
- Ph.D. Chemistry
- Ph.D. Mathematics
- Ph.D. Molecular Biophysics
- Ph.D. Pathobiology
- Ph.D. Physics and Astronomy
Humanities (7)
- Ph.D. Classics
- Ph.D. English
- Ph.D. History
- Ph.D. History of Medicine
- Ph.D. Humanities Center
- Ph.D. Philosophy
Social Sciences (5)
- Ph.D. Cognitive Science
- Ph.D. Economics
- Ph.D. Political Science
- Ph.D. Sociology
Arts, Design & Architecture (1)
- Ph.D. History of Art
Business & Management (1)
- Ph.D. Mathematics
Computer Science & IT (1)
Education & Training (1)
Engineering & Technology (1)
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (1)
About
History
Johns Hopkins University opened in 1876 with the inauguration of our first president, Daniel Coit Gilman. He guided the opening of the university and other institutions, including the university press, the hospital, and the schools of nursing and medicine. The original academic building on the Homewood campus, Gilman Hall, is named in his honor.
Education
Johns Hopkins enrolls more than 24,000 full- and part-time students throughout nine academic divisions. Our faculty and students study, teach, and learn across more than 260 programs in the arts and music, the humanities, the social and natural sciences, engineering, international studies, education, business, and the health professions.
Research
For more than 140 years, our faculty and students have worked side by side in pursuit of discoveries that improve lives.
What kinds of discoveries? We made water purification possible, launched the field of genetic engineering, and authenticated the Dead Sea Scrolls. We invented saccharine, CPR, and the supersonic ramjet engine. Our efforts have resulted in child safety restraint laws; the creation of Dramamine, Mercurochrome, and rubber surgical gloves; and the development of a revolutionary surgical procedure to correct heart defects in infants.
Career
The Homewood Career Center supports and serves all Krieger and Whiting undergraduates and masters students, regardless of post-graduate plans.
University Ranking
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2020
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2019
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2018
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Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2020
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2019
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2018
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World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
Academic Ranking of World Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University
2019
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2018
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2017
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ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator. They look at the number of award-winning (Fields Medals and Nobel Prize) scientists who are located there, how much of their research is cited and referenced around the world, and how much they've contributed to different academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, ARWU ranks the universities accordingly.
QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2020
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2019
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2018
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QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
Services
Student services
Through coaching, mentoring, collaborations with campus partners, and community-building programs, the Center for Student Success focuses on every aspect of your undergraduate experience, providing an environment where you can maximize your potential and acquire the ability to thrive — at Johns Hopkins and beyond.
Housing services
At Johns Hopkins University Housing, we aim to provide you with all the information for your housing needs. There are separate housing application processes designed for the different grade levels and/or student statuses.
Library services
As America’s first research university, we take learning seriously, and we have the libraries and study spaces to help fuel discovery—from the stately Hutzler Reading Room to the open and modern Brody Learning Commons.
ICT services
The Homewood Student Affairs Information Technology Services team is focused on providing you with a variety of computing and technology resources, expert-level technology support, and as well as access to deep discounts on computers, tablets, and accessories through our Technology Store.
Medical services
The Student Health and Wellness Center is available to provide primary care services to help students manage their chronic medical needs. In addition, the SHWC offers general nutrition and wellness counseling.
Student Life
Campus life
We have four Baltimore campuses: Homewood, where our schools of Arts and Sciences, Engineering, and Education are located; East Baltimore, home to our schools of Medicine, Nursing, and Public Health as well as the world-renowned Johns Hopkins Hospital; the Peabody campus, site of the Peabody Institute, the nation’s oldest conservatory; and Harbor East, the waterfront home of the Carey Business School.
Sports facilities
Health, wellness, fitness, and community — these are the guiding principles of the programs offered through the Ralph S. O’Connor Recreation Center. Our staff is here to engage you in experiences to improve your well-being, ranging from yoga classes to help build inner strength and reduce stress to exciting outdoor trips and courses that encourage and develop leadership, teamwork, environmental stewardship, character development, and transferable life skills.
Student clubs
At Johns Hopkins University, about 80% of students are involved in one or more of our 350+ student organizations. Here are just a few of the many benefits Johns Hopkins students have shared:
- Enhances their college experience
- Helps connect them to the Hopkins community
- Enhance their ability to lead
- Build a stronger sense of school spirit
Accreditation
The Johns Hopkins University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, 3624 Market Street, Philadelphia.
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