Welcome to Summer Programs at Johns Hopkins University.
We are excited that your son or daughter will attend our Pre-College Programs.
During the year, Hopkins’ Homewood campus has nearly 5,000 full-time undergraduates and more than 1,600 full-time graduate students in two schools, the Krieger School of Arts and Sciences and the Whiting School of Engineering. Johns Hopkins ranks first among U.S. universities in receipt of federal research and development funds. The School of Medicine ranks first among medical schools in receipt of extramural awards from the National Institutes of Health. The Bloomberg School of Public Health is first among its peers in research support from the federal government.
Each summer, we welcome over 2,000 students to our campus. They range from Hopkins undergraduates to visiting undergraduates to Pre-College students who are all on campus taking summer courses. While the Homewood campus is in a bucolic setting, it is an urban campus and ensuring students’ safety, both on-campus and off, is a priority. The Hopkins Security Department provides an array of services that support students’ well being. A network of emergency telephones is set up throughout the campus that immediately connects to a security office dispatcher 24 hours a day. Uniformed officers patrol the campus at all times.
We understand how important you are to your student’s successful and satisfying educational experience here at Hopkins. We are delighted that your son or daughter chose one of the Pre-College Programs at Hopkins and look forward to meeting and hearing from you. If you have any questions or comments, please call us at 1-800-548-0548 or send e-mail to @ jhu.edu.
A-Z Guide to Summer at Johns Hopkins
We are excited that your son or daughter will attend our Pre-College Programs. Please review the information below to better aquaint you with our campus and the social and academic experiences that await your students.
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Activities- In an effort to make your summer at Hopkins fun and engaging, various activities are planned on week nights and weekends. Weeknight programming is typically optional, as we understand that students will be busy with work, however weekend trips are mandatory. In the past we have sent our pre-college groups to Hershey Park, Gunpowder State Park, Washington, D.C and Baltimore’s Inner Harbor.
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Add/Drop- The Add/Drop deadlines can be found here.
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Advising- Your students’ academic success is very important to us. We have mandatory advising built into the first week of class for all Summer University participants. During this time, each student can discuss their current work load and work with a Summer Programs advisor to make changes to their schedule.
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Application- This site is the place to begin your journey to a summer at Hopkins! Informative and easy to navigate, this site provides everything you will need to submit your application.
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Athletics- Featuring a climbing wall, indoor track and basketball courts, the JHU recreation center is the perfect place to get in a fun work out on campus.
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Baltimore- Baltimore is a culturally rich city that comes alive in the summer months. For updated information on concerts, festivals, and other happenings around town, visit http://baltimore.org/
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Bookstore- Located one block from campus, the JHU bookstore is also a Barnes and Noble. Here you will find books for class, school and dorm supplies and Hopkins apparel.
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Campus Information- Upon your arrival to Homewood, you will be taken on a student-guided tour of the campus. RA's, Coordinators and Staff will be on hand to help you and your family navigate our urban oasis, however if you would like to familiarize yourself ahead of time, take a look at our Visitor Information page. Here you will find information about parking, campus buildings and a virtual tour.
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Clothing- While summer sessions at Hopkins are slightly informal, students are recommended to bring a business casual outfit as some classes culminate with a formal presentation. Students should dress appropriately for class, keeping in mind the humid, warm weather we experience during July’s in Baltimore.
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Contact Information- Our office address is 3505 N. Charles St Suite 101, Baltimore MD 21218. Our phone number is 410.516.4548 and our fax is 410.516.5585. You may also email us at summer@jhu.edu.
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Credits- Discover Hopkins courses are worth one credit each. Summer University students may earn up to six credits (the equivalent of two courses), however in some cases students are permitted to earn seven credits if a lab is involved.
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Discover Hopkins- Discover Hopkins consists of two, two-week, theme-based courses open to high school Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors. Visit the DH homepage for more information about dates, classes and residential/commuter options.
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Dorms- Pre-College student will be housed in Wolman Hall. Male and female students are housed in separate wings, however these do connect due to fire code regulations. Students are not allowed to enter the areas housing those of the opposite sex. For more details, you are welcome to contact the Housing Office.
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FFC- The Fresh Food Cafe (known around Homewood as the FFC) is located on the north end of campu, and is a buffet-style eatery for Pre-College students.
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Financial Aid- Financial Aid is dispensed on a need-based scale. Students applying for financial aid must submit all application and tax forms, and can receive up to half tuition remission.
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Grades- Visit our Grade Policy Site for more information about the Johns Hopkins grading scale.
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Homework-Pre-College students should be prepared for homework. For Summer University students this will consist of reading, exercises, paper-writing and studying. Discover Hopkins students typically have reading and responses due each day.
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Laptops- Students will have access to computers in computer clusters within the dorms and at the Eisenhower Library.
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Move in/Out- Please visit the enrolled students page for information regarding the move in/out processes.
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Orientation- Pre-College orientation is a day-long event designed to acclimate you to the campus. You will arrive at 12:30, unpack in your dorm room, tour the campus and join your family and fellow classmates for lunch. We will go over rules and regulations and you will get the chance to meet your RA and dorm mates. For more information please visit the enrolled students page.
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Pre-Certified- A student is considered Pre-Certified if he or she has previously attended or was admitted to a Hopkins summer program, or if he or she has been admitted as a JHU undergraduate. For Pre-Certified fee-waiver codes please email summer@jhu.edu
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Residential Life- The JHU Residential Life Office and Staff are committed to helping your student through a socially and academically rewarding and safe summer. You will meet the RA’s and coordinators on Orientation Day and receive contact information then.
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Safety/Security - The Homewood campus takes safety and security very seriously. Security guards patrol the campus 24/7; there are calling stations located all over campus that connect directly to campus security; and we have a number of rules designed with your safety in mind.
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Shuttle from BWI- We provide a free shuttle service from BWI for out-of-town students. The shuttle and Resident Advisors will meet you at BWI and escort you to campus beginning at noon on orientation day. Upon your departure from campus, we will provide return service beginning at 8:00 AM. We try our best to accommodate each student, but if you are unable to arrive in Baltimore during our scheduled shuttle runs you will need to arrange your own transportation via cab or bus. To reserve a seat on the shuttle click here.
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Summer University- Summer University is a five-week, credit-bearing program for high school Juniors and Seniors. We accept both residential and commuter students and offer over 100 courses. For more information about this program- or to apply- please visit our SU Site.
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Transcripts- Transcripts are available to students once grades have been submitted. To request a transcript please contact the Registrar’s Office.
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Transportation- Baltimore is a unique, interesting city and we encourage students to safely explore their temporary summer home. The JHMI Shuttle is a great resource for students wishing to visit Mount Vernon/Peabody, the Inner Harbor, Fells Point and Johns Hopkins Hospital. The shuttle is free and leaves from three separate locations near the Homewood campus.
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Tuition- Tuition for pre-college residential students includes room, board, and activity fees. Commuter students attend Hopkins on a different pay scale. To view our complete listing of tuition and fees please click here.
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Weather- Baltimore summers are typically warm and humid with occasional afternoon thunderstorms. Click here to check up-to-date Baltimore weather.
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