Johns Hopkins University (often abbreviated as Johns Hopkins, Hopkins, or JHU) is a private research university in Baltimore, Maryland. Founded in 1876, Johns Hopkins was the first U.S. university based on the European research institution model. The university is named for its first benefactor, the American entrepreneur and Quaker philanthropist Johns Hopkins. Hopkins' $7 million bequest to establish the university was the largest philanthropic gift in U.S. history up to that time.
The Peabody Institute of the Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, Maryland, is a renowned conservatory established in 1857 and integrated with JHU in 1977. It offers comprehensive programs spanning performance, composition, music education, recording arts, and scholarly studies like music theory and musicology. Known for its exceptional faculty, state-of-the-art facilities including performance halls and recording studios, and a strong commitment to artistic excellence, Peabody consistently ranks among the nation's top music schools. The institute provides diverse degrees from bachelor's to doctoral levels, including unique double degree options with other JHU schools. Its curriculum emphasizes both rigorous artistic training and career development, preparing graduates for successful careers across the global music landscape. Admission is competitive, based on artistic merit and academic potential.
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