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 Johns Hopkins University Department of Health Policy and Management, located within the renowned Bloomberg School of Public Health in Baltimore, Maryland, stands as a globally recognized leader in the study and advancement of health systems, policy, and the management of health services. As one of the largest and most influential departments in its field, it is dedicated to generating evidence-based solutions for critical health challenges and training future leaders. Consistently ranked #1 nationally, the department offers a comprehensive suite of graduate programs and conducts cutting-edge research across diverse areas like health economics, services research, and health disparities, preparing graduates for impactful careers in government, healthcare, non-profits, and research worldwide.
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