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Johns Hopkins University Scholarships 2027: Full Funding for International Undergraduates and Master’s Students

Johns Hopkins University Scholarships 2027 provide full tuition coverage for international students through need-based aid, the Charles R. Westgate Engineering Scholarship, and the SAIS Public Service Fellows Scholarship for the MA in International Relations.

September 28, 2026 ⏰ Deadline: Nov 1, 2026

Quick Overview

Host CountryUnited States
University/OrgJohns Hopkins University
Degree LevelUndergraduate, Masters
Funding TypeFully Funded
Fields of StudyAll undergraduate fields, Engineering, International Relations
DeadlineNovember 1, 2026

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Overview

Johns Hopkins University offers three major scholarship pathways for international students entering in 2027: need-based financial aid covering 100% of demonstrated need for undergraduates, the Charles R. Westgate full-tuition scholarship for engineering students, and the Public Service Fellows Scholarship for the Master of Arts in International Relations at SAIS. These awards support students from Zimbabwe and across Africa who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership, and financial need.

Scholarship Types and Coverage

Johns Hopkins International Need-Based Scholarship

This scholarship meets 100% of demonstrated financial need for admitted international undergraduate students without including loans. The amount varies by student based on the gap between total cost of attendance and family contribution. Aid renews automatically for subsequent years subject to continued eligibility.

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Charles R. Westgate Scholarship in Engineering

This merit-based award provides:

  • Full undergraduate tuition for four years
  • Automatic consideration with engineering application
  • Up to two recipients selected annually
  • Renewal requires 3.0 GPA and continued engineering enrollment

Note: This covers tuition only; housing, meals, health insurance, and other expenses remain the student’s responsibility unless covered by separate need-based aid.

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Johns Hopkins SAIS Public Service Fellows Scholarship

For the Master of Arts in International Relations at the Washington, DC campus:

  • 100% tuition coverage for year one, renewable for year two
  • Career development programming and networking opportunities
  • Renewal requires full-time enrollment and 3.4 cumulative GPA

Eligibility Criteria

Need-Based Scholarship

  • International first-year undergraduate applicant
  • Must indicate financial aid request on admission application
  • Must submit required financial documents by deadline
  • International transfer students are not eligible

Critical requirement: Students who may need aid at any point during their four-year degree must request it when first applying. Aid cannot be requested after admission.

Westgate Scholarship

  • First-year undergraduate applicant
  • Interest in engineering major at Whiting School of Engineering
  • Outstanding secondary school academic record
  • Demonstrated achievement in science fairs, research, engineering projects, academic competitions, or leadership
  • No separate nationality restriction; international applicants automatically considered

Public Service Fellows Scholarship

  • Applicant to full-time MA in International Relations at SAIS Washington, DC
  • Open to citizens of all countries
  • Demonstrated public service experience (government, nonprofit, international organizations, development work, mission-driven organizations)
  • Strong academic ability and leadership potential
  • Special consideration for financial need

This scholarship cannot be deferred or transferred to exchange or dual-degree programs.

Application Deadlines

Undergraduate Admission and Financial Aid (Fall 2027)

Plan Admission Deadline Financial Aid Deadline
Early Decision I 2026-11-01 2026-11-15
Early Decision II 2027-01-02 2027-01-15
Regular Decision 2027-01-02 2027-01-15

SAIS MA in International Relations (Fall 2027)

  • Early Notification: 2026-11-01
  • Regular Decision: 2027-01-07

Required Documents

Need-Based Scholarship

  • Undergraduate admission application (Common Application or Coalition on Scoir)
  • Secondary school academic records with verified English translations
  • School report and counselor recommendation
  • Teacher recommendations
  • SAT or ACT scores
  • Certification of Finances (COF) — required of all international applicants
  • CSS Profile OR Johns Hopkins International Student Financial Aid Application (JHU ISFAA)
  • Additional financial documentation if requested

English proficiency testing is recommended for applicants whose primary language is not English or who have not studied at an English-language school for three years.

Westgate Scholarship

No separate documents required. The scholarship committee uses the undergraduate admission application materials. Ensure your application clearly demonstrates engineering interests, research experience, and leadership.

Public Service Fellows Scholarship

  • Online graduate application for MA in International Relations
  • Résumé or CV
  • Statement of purpose
  • Academic transcripts
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • English-language test results where required
  • Financial assistance application
  • Public Service Fellows scholarship essay demonstrating genuine public service record

Application Process

Need-Based Scholarship

  1. Submit first-year undergraduate admission application by your chosen deadline
  2. Indicate financial aid request on the application
  3. Complete Certification of Finances through applicant portal
  4. Submit CSS Profile or JHU ISFAA by financial aid deadline
  5. Monitor financial aid checklist and submit additional documents if requested

Westgate Scholarship

  1. Apply for first-year undergraduate admission
  2. Indicate engineering major interest
  3. Submit strong application demonstrating academic achievement, leadership, and engineering engagement
  4. No separate application required; recipients notified with admission decision

Public Service Fellows Scholarship

  1. Apply for MA in International Relations at SAIS Washington, DC
  2. Answer “Yes” to institutional financial aid consideration
  3. Indicate Public Service Award interest to access additional requirements
  4. Complete financial assistance application
  5. Submit scholarship essay with evidence of public service experience
  6. Submit complete application before deadline

Important Considerations for African Applicants

Johns Hopkins is need-aware for international undergraduate applicants requesting financial aid, meaning financial circumstances may influence admission decisions. However, once admitted, the University commits to meeting 100% of demonstrated need.

For students from Zimbabwe and SADC countries, this creates a strategic decision: requesting aid may affect admission chances, but not requesting aid means becoming ineligible for institutional support later. Students who anticipate any financial need during their degree should apply for aid initially.

The Public Service Fellows Scholarship particularly suits candidates with experience in government, development organizations, or nonprofit work—common pathways for graduates in many African countries.

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Funding Coverage

100% of demonstrated financial need (undergraduate need-based); full tuition for four years (Westgate Engineering); 100% tuition for up to two years (SAIS Public Service Fellows)

Eligibility Criteria

International first-year undergraduates with financial need; engineering applicants for Westgate; MA in International Relations applicants with public service experience for Public Service Fellows

Required Documents

Admission application, academic records, recommendations, Certification of Finances, CSS Profile or JHU ISFAA for need-based; standard graduate application plus scholarship essay for Public Service Fellows

Application Process

Submit undergraduate admission with financial aid indication and required documents; or submit SAIS MA application with scholarship components
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Frequently Asked Questions

No. Johns Hopkins is need-aware for international undergraduate applicants who request financial aid, meaning financial circumstances can be considered during admission. However, once admitted, the University meets 100% of demonstrated need without loans.
No. International undergraduate students generally cannot request institutional need-based aid for the first time after receiving their admission decision. If you expect to need financial assistance during your four years, you must request it when submitting your first-year application.
The Westgate Scholarship is highly competitive. Up to two incoming students receive it each year. There is no separate application—all first-year engineering applicants are automatically considered. Strong candidates demonstrate outstanding academics, leadership, and significant achievements in science fairs, research, engineering projects, or academic competitions.
No. The Public Service Fellows Scholarship covers 100% of tuition for the MA in International Relations but does not cover housing, meals, travel, health insurance, or personal expenses. Students must fund these costs separately or through other aid sources.
The need-based undergraduate scholarship includes eligible work opportunities as part of the financial aid package. The Westgate and Public Service Fellows scholarships do not restrict employment, but recipients must maintain required GPAs (3.0 for Westgate, 3.4 for Public Service Fellows) and full-time enrollment to retain funding.
Yes. International applicants from all countries, including Zimbabwe and SADC nations, are eligible for all three scholarships. The Westgate Scholarship has no nationality restriction, and the Public Service Fellows Scholarship is explicitly open to citizens of all countries. Need-based aid is available to all admitted international undergraduates who qualify.

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