<p>I am a alumnus from the early 70’s as well as a parent of 2 relatively recent alumni (one boy, one girl). Hopkins, IMHO, is a wonderful place to be an undergraduate–whether you’re preparing yourself to be a physician, a lawyer, a diplomat, a scientist, a professor, or most any other field which puts a premium on scholarship. It is not the easiest route to any of these goals; it is by design a very challenging learning experience. But if you love to learn and have a thirst for knowledge–I know of no place better to study. The opportunities are unparalleled.</p>
<p>You will hear some complain that Hopkins is too competitive. I say that’s hogwash. Every one of those fields I mentioned is highly competitive. If your undergraduate institution does not force you to stretch beyond your comfort zone–I assure you that you will not be as well prepared for the world after graduation.</p>