Admissions for Pre-College Students: How to Apply

If you’re an accomplished high school student with unbridled curiosity, boundless creativity, and a passion for learning, Summer at Hopkins is the perfect place to be. Whether you choose our 2-week Pre-College Programs or enroll in our 5- to 10-week undergraduate Summer Term courses, you’ll learn from JHU’s expert instructors, study with future leaders from around the world, and enjoy engaging activities as part of the Johns Hopkins community.

Admissions Criteria

For All Applicants

A cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale is required for either Pre-College Programs or Summer Term Undergraduate Courses. Your official academic documents should include Fall 2024 grades, or your school can include a recent report card.

For Pre-College Program Applicants

Successful completion of 9th Grade is required prior to the program’s start date.

Only the “Data Analytics Workshop” Pre-College Program includes an additional prerequisite. Please see the program description for more details

For Summer Term Course Applicants

Successful completion of 10th Grade is required prior to the course’s start date. Specific course prerequisites must also be met.

Applying for Admission

To start this exceptional opportunity, you’ll need:

1. A Completed Online Application
2. An Official Academic Transcript or Grade Report
   Signed or stamped official academic records should be sent directly from your school via email to [email protected] or mailed to this postal address:
   Johns Hopkins University
   Summer and Intersession Programs
   3500 San Martin Drive
   2nd Floor, Office 246
   Baltimore, MD 21218

   Note for 9th Graders: All pre-college students’ transcripts must reflect final grades released as of November 15, 2024. In addition, students currently in 9th grade must include final grades released through December 2024.

3. The Application Fee
   The $85.00 USD application fee is required to submit your online application and is non-refundable.

Note: In rare instances, additional documentation may be requested in order to complete your admissions decision.

Additional Requirements for International Student Applicants

If you live outside of the United States, you are encouraged to apply early to ensure sufficient time for all necessary arrangements. Please review the full details of these International Students’ admissions requirements:

• English Language Proficiency
• Evaluation of International Official Transcripts

Receiving Your Admissions Decision

Summer at Hopkins will review your application and send notification of your decision to the online application portal. If admitted, your next steps will be to accept your offer of admission, submit your Initial Payment, and initiate any remaining enrollment documents.