Johns Hopkins University (JHU): what international applicants need

What are Johns Hopkins University's application deadlines for 2026–27?

Johns Hopkins University has 3 application deadlines for 2026–27: Early Decision on November 1, 2026, Early Decision II on January 2, 2027, and Regular Decision on January 2, 2027.

• Early Decision is binding: if you're admitted, you commit to attend and withdraw your other applications.
• Deadlines are usually 11:59 pm in your own time zone, unless the university says otherwise on its site.

What is Johns Hopkins University's acceptance rate?

6.4% for students who started in fall 2024: Johns Hopkins University admitted 2,954 of its 45,895 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does Johns Hopkins University require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

Yes. Johns Hopkins University requires SAT or ACT scores from first-year applicants for 2026–27.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.
• For the Early Decision deadline (November 1, 2026), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is October 3, 2026: scores on October 16, 2026, registration by September 18, 2026 (late registration September 22, 2026).
• For the Regular Decision deadline (January 2, 2027), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is December 5, 2026: scores on December 18, 2026, registration by November 20, 2026 (late registration November 24, 2026).
• Official score reports can take a few more days to reach universities.

What SAT score do you need for Johns Hopkins University?

The middle half of first-year students who enrolled in fall 2024 and sent SAT scores had 780–800 in Math and 740–770 in Reading and Writing (50% of them sent SAT scores).

• On the ACT, the middle half had a composite of 34–36.
• If your score is above the middle of these ranges, it helps your application. At a test-optional university, a score below the lower number usually isn't worth sending.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release): 25th to 75th percentile of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores. Source

How much is Johns Hopkins University's application fee for international students?

Johns Hopkins University's application fee is $70 for international applicants, the same as for US applicants.

Does Johns Hopkins University accept the Common App fee waiver from international students?

Yes. Johns Hopkins University accepts the Common App fee waiver and doesn't limit it to US students.

• Your eligibility is confirmed through the Common App, usually with your counselor.

Which English tests does Johns Hopkins University accept?

Johns Hopkins University doesn't list its English tests on the Common App: they're detailed on its international applicants page.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

How many recommendation letters does Johns Hopkins University require?

Johns Hopkins University requires 2 teacher recommendations and a counselor recommendation for 2026–27.

• It also asks for a mid-year report with your first-semester senior grades.
• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does Johns Hopkins University require the Common App personal essay?

Yes. Johns Hopkins University requires the Common App personal essay (250 to 650 words) for 2026–27.

Does Johns Hopkins University have supplemental essays in 2026–27?

Yes. Johns Hopkins University asks one supplemental question for 2026–27, on top of the Common App personal essay.

• Source · checked September 25, 2026

Does Johns Hopkins University give financial aid to international students?

Johns Hopkins is need-aware for international applicants who apply for aid, and meets 100% of demonstrated need for every admitted student. International citizens submit the Certification of Finances; if you can't complete the CSS Profile, the free JHU International Student Financial Aid Application replaces it.

• Source · checked September 25, 2026

How many international students does Johns Hopkins University have?

934 of Johns Hopkins University's 6,356 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 14.7%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does Johns Hopkins University cost for international students?

Johns Hopkins University's published tuition and fees for 2024–25 were $65,230, the same for every student. On-campus food and housing was $20,150. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $88,976 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source