- Type
- Private
- Country
- USA
About the university
Johns Hopkins School of Medicine's MD is a 4-year programme ranked 4th globally for Medicine (QS 2026). Of 8,057 applicants in a recent cycle, only 118 matriculated (a 1.46% acceptance rate). Average enrolled GPA is 3.94 and average MCAT is 520. Fee history shows steady annual increases (~3-5%/year), so a student's actual cost in later years will exceed today's flat rate. Established 1876 (School of Medicine 1887).
Documents required
A completed 4-year undergraduate (pre-med) degree with strong coursework in science and math, minimum GPA 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (successful applicants at these five schools average 3.9+); Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) score (successful applicants average 520-523 out of 528); English proficiency score (IELTS 7.0+ or TOEFL iBT 90-100+, depending on the school); three Letters of Recommendation; Statement of Purpose; academic transcripts (translated if not in English); resume/CV; passport copy; credential evaluation if applicable. Applications filed centrally through AMCAS (American Medical College Application Service), with a secondary application and interview stage at each school.
Accommodation
This is the only one of the five schools where the source breaks out Housing as its own line: USD 19,226/year. Food is listed separately at USD 7,172/year (see Mess & Food column). Other costs (transportation, health insurance, books, miscellaneous) add a further ~USD 11,600/year on top.
Mess & food for Indian students
Food is broken out separately by the source for this school: USD 7,172/year. No Indian-mess-specific arrangement is mentioned - this is a general dining/grocery estimate.
Visa process & support
Admitted students apply for an F-1 student visa. Requirements include an I-20 from the university (an SEVP-recognised institution), proof of funds covering tuition and living costs, and a visa interview demonstrating intent to return home after study. During the MD, clinical rotations count as full-time study; F-1 students generally cannot work off-campus during the degree. After the MD, graduates entering a US residency program (3-7 years depending on specialty) typically transition to a J-1 or H-1B visa; F-1 Optional Practical Training (OPT) is less commonly used for MD graduates who move straight into residency via the Match.
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