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Transfer Essays That Worked

As a transfer applicant, your essay is a chance to tell the admissions committee more about your background or goals and how you would pursue them at Hopkins. Below you’ll find selected examples of transfer applicant essays that “worked,” as nominated by our admissions committee. These selections represent just a few essays we found impressive […]

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Preparing for College

The best way to prepare for a college like Hopkins is to pursue things that excite and inspire you while you’re in high school. As we build our community, we look for students who are energized by new ideas, dig deeper into topics that matter to them, and are making an impact in the communities they call home.

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My Experience as a Transfer Student

Hello, I’m Mikayla! I’m excited to share my perspective about Hopkins and my decision to transfer here! This school has been extremely rewarding, and I’ve grown to love the campus and all the amazing people I’ve met. I transferred to Hopkins for a variety of reasons. I wanted a university with an emphasis on research […]

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Moral and Political Economy

Address economic challenges across social, cultural, and political contexts. The moral and political economy major encourages you to think across disciplines to come up with new and integrated approaches to ongoing societal issues. You’ll choose from a number of focus tracks based on a crucial problem, or propose an original focus track tailored to your […]

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Equations and Stanzas: Navigating My Unconventional Path to Hopkins as a Math (and Economics) Major 

For a math major, I’ve had to read a lot of poetry. Be it the Hoosier education system or my Pinterest algorithm, I now find myself an avid reader of an assortment of poems and collections.2However, as a disclaimer, just because poems are now my preferred form of literature doesn’t […]

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How to Apply

Here’s what you need to apply on time and with confidence We want to understand who you are and how you’ll thrive in our community. The application is your opportunity to tell your story and explain how your achievements and values align with Hopkins. Learn more about our deadlines, requirements, and what we look for […]

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What We Look For

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We’re First: What it’s Like to be a First-Generation and/or Limited-Income Student at Hopkins

Each year, we celebrate our First-Generation, Limited-Income (FLI) community on campus with our FLI Day celebration. The Hopkins community gathers in front of the iconic Gilman Hall to enjoy activities, snacks, and hot beverages while honoring and recognizing FLI students, faculty, and staff.

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Telling Your Story Through Your Application

As the holiday season approaches, we’re looking forward to an opportunity to recharge and share a meal with loved ones. While the holidays are a great time to focus on what we’re most grateful for, it can also be a time to reflect on your identity and what’s most important to you. An added bonus: […]

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Application Tips: Undergraduate Admissions For Veterans

The college application process is different for every student, and returning military veterans have unique experiences that can impact how they navigate the college search. Admissions Officer Bailey Jackelen provides advice on the most effective ways to incorporate your prior military career into your application to Hopkins. The best way to continue learning about Hopkins? […]