Hi there! I'm looking to make a strong application for Johns Hopkins, and I was just curious what their requirements are? Like, do they require specific high school courses or a certain GPA? Any information would be super helpful!
Johns Hopkins hasn't publicly specified a minimum GPA for admission, but it is highly selective; the average GPA of those admitted is usually around a 3.9 unweighted, or close to a 4.0 weighted on a 4.0 scale. A competitive academic record with advanced, college-level coursework such as Advanced Placement (AP) classes is a strong component of a Johns Hopkins application.
When it comes to specific required high school coursework, they outline that students must have completed the following minimum requirements:
- 4 years of English
- 4 years of Mathematics
- 3 years of History/Social Sciences
- 3 years of Lab Sciences
- 2 years of a Foreign Language
For the 2024-2025 application cycle, SAT or ACT scores are not required but can be submitted. Remember that Johns Hopkins focuses on rigorous coursework, your grades, your application essays and letters of recommendation, among other things. Leadership and initiative in extracurricular activities and community involvement also weigh heavily in the selection process.
As you frame your application, keep in mind that Johns Hopkins looks for students who are excited to immerse themselves in an interdisciplinary, diverse, and supportive campus culture. Try to convey how you would contribute to the Hopkins community in your essays.
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