First-Generation Students
Finding your way
From your first visit to your first day
Every student takes a different path toward college, and this is especially true for first-generation students whose parents, guardians, or other custodial family members did not complete a four-year college degree.
Hopkins offers a series of resources and events to help students and families navigate the college search and application process.
Looking for something else? Check out all our virtual events or register for a workshop!
Resources
Support networks and more
For first-generation students and their families
Leila H.
Leila H.
Class of 2023
"I wanted to attend a college where learning wasn’t limited to a classroom. At Hopkins, I found that this is possible due to the many research opportunities, student organizations, and ways to engage with the Baltimore community."
Resources
Thinking about applying?
Use these resources to help you prepare your best application
- Learn more about our holistic approach to admissions, academics, and student life
- Sign up for a college search workshop to help guide your research and get to know the process
- Check out our application requirements and deadlines and make a plan
- Read about our standardized testing policy (Hopkins is test optional through the 2025-2026 application year)
- Estimate your college costs (this is different for every institution)
- Attend an interactive virtual essay workshop
- Read admitted student essays and why they worked on Essays That Worked
- Find insights from students, alumni, and admissions officers on Hopkins Insider
Ready to Apply?
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Common Application
Have questions? Ask an admissions counselor or current student.
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