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    Johns Hopkins University

    Johns Hopkins University is a private research university in Baltimore, Maryland, established in 1876 as the first research university in the United States. It enrolls about 30,210 students across its divisions and holds an endowment of $13.74 billion. Alumnus and former New York City mayor Michael Bloomberg has given it $1.8 billion for undergraduate financial aid.

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    President
    Ronald J. Daniels
    Major gifts tracked
    $1.8 billion

    Major gifts to Johns Hopkins University

    DonorAmount
    Michael Bloomberg$1.8 billion

    Key facts

    Founded
    1876, as the first research university in the United Statessource
    Endowment
    $13.74 billion (fiscal year 2025)source
    Enrollment
    30,210 students in fall 2024source

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