What scholarships does Johns Hopkins offer for international students?

I'm considering applying to Johns Hopkins as an international student and was wondering about any scholarships or financial aid they offer. Are there specific awards for international applicants, and how competitive is the process?

Johns Hopkins University provides need-based financial aid for international students, which means that it considers the financial need of each applicant during the financial aid package evaluation. The university is committed to meeting 100% demonstrated financial need for accepted students. However, this does not guarantee full tuition coverage, as demonstrated financial need takes into account other factors like living expenses, travel, and books.

Each year, a limited number of need-based scholarships are awarded to international students. While not explicitly labeled for international students, these awards also go to this demographic as a part of the university's commitment to diversity and global perspective.

As for scholarships specific to international applicants, the university does not offer many of these. One could consider looking into non-university scholarships from other organizations or government programs in their home country.

The competition for Johns Hopkins' need-based financial aid is quite high due to the large number of international applicants and limited funding. Thus, your application must stand out in terms of both academic and extracurricular achievements. Remember that demonstrating financial need does not impact your chances of admission—it follows a need-blind policy—so it's critical to focus on making your application as strong as possible.

Remember to fill out the CSS profile thoroughly as part of your financial aid application to ensure the university gets a full picture of your financial situation. The deadline typically falls in early February.

Lastly, as is the case with all financial aid, make sure to apply early and meet all the deadlines. This ensures your application is given full consideration.