Johns Hopkins University campus
Baltimore, United States
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Johns Hopkins University

Baltimore·university

#31

QS Rank

7%

Acceptance rate

54,064

Enrollment

About Johns Hopkins University

Johns Hopkins University is a leading research institution with particular strength in medicine, engineering, and public health. Located in Baltimore, Maryland, Johns Hopkins is renowned for medical research and healthcare innovation. The university emphasizes research-oriented education with exceptional laboratory facilities. Johns Hopkins maintains strong partnerships with leading medical institutions and pharmaceutical companies. The university offers excellent opportunities in healthcare, biomedical research, and engineering sectors. Graduates enter positions in medicine, research, healthcare administration, and biotechnology.

World University Rankings

QS World University Rankings (2026)#31
Times Higher Education (THE) (2025)#8
ARWU / Shanghai Rankings (2024)#17
US News Best Global Universities (2025)#9

Campus & Location

Province

MD

Campus setting

Suburban

Cost of living: Housing: USD 1,100–1,900/mo. Food: USD 380–600/mo. Mid-size city; affordable relative to DC (30 min away). Strong healthcare, biotech, and government sectors.

Optional Practical Training (OPT)

All graduates from CRICOS-registered programs qualify for 12-month Optional Practical Training (OPT). STEM-designated programs (CS, Engineering, Data Science, Mathematics, Sciences) qualify for a 24-month STEM OPT extension — 36 months total of US work authorisation.

Admission requirements — Nepali equivalents

A rough translation of the published minimums for Nepali applicants:

GPA 3.060%+ in NEB +2, B+ average in Cambridge A-levels, or Second Division in a TU bachelor's degree.
GPA 3.370%+ in NEB +2 or First Division in a TU bachelor's degree.
GPA 3.675%+ in NEB +2 or First Division with Distinction in a TU bachelor's degree.
IELTS 6.5The most common graduate minimum — achievable with 2–3 months of focused preparation. IELTS 7.0+ needed for the most competitive programs.

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Data last verified: 2026-04-29 · Source: https://www.jhu.edu. Information may change — verify with Johns Hopkins University’s official website before applying.