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What SAT Score Do You Need for Johns Hopkins University?

Here's the SAT and ACT score to aim for at Johns Hopkins University — based on the latest U.S. Department of Education data — and exactly how to get there.

Average SAT

1,553

Admitted students

ACT Composite

Not reported

Often test-optional

Acceptance Rate

6%

Most recent year

The score to aim for

The average SAT score of admitted students at Johns Hopkins University is about 1553. Admissions data reports a midpoint, which means roughly half of admitted students scored above it. To put yourself comfortably in range, aim for 1580 or higher.

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Frequently asked questions

What SAT score do you need for Johns Hopkins University?

The average SAT score of admitted students at Johns Hopkins University is about 1553. To be a competitive applicant, aim for roughly 1580 or higher.

What ACT score do you need for Johns Hopkins University?

Johns Hopkins University doesn't report a clear median ACT score in the latest federal data. Submitting your best ACT score can still strengthen your application where scores are accepted.

How hard is it to get into Johns Hopkins University?

Johns Hopkins University admits about 6% of applicants, so admission is highly competitive. A strong test score is one of the clearest ways to stand out.

Score and admissions data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, updated periodically. Figures reflect the most recent reporting year and may differ from the school's own published statistics.