Dr. Ron Daniels

Professor

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Biography

Ronald J. Daniels has served as the 14th president of Johns Hopkins University since 2009. During his tenure, he has focused on strengthening inter-disciplinary collaboration in research and education, expanding student access and support, and enhancing the Hopkins experience for undergraduate and graduate students. Daniels launched several transformative initiatives, including the Bloomberg Distinguished Professors program and the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Agora Institute, aimed at addressing significant societal challenges. He has committed to increasing diversity within the academic community, notably through the $150 million Vivien Thomas Scholars Initiative. Daniels has strengthened partnerships with the Baltimore community and championed initiatives for economic and educational inclusion. An accomplished law and economics scholar, he has authored several books and articles discussing the vital role of universities in supporting democratic values. His leadership has led to the university's significant focus on innovation and civic engagement, embodying a vision to ensure that Johns Hopkins plays a critical role in the future of democracy and higher education.

Research Interests

Experience

President

— Present

Johns Hopkins University • Baltimore, Maryland

As president, overseeing the academic and administrative functions of Johns Hopkins University.

Provost and Professor of Law

— Present

University of Pennsylvania • Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Served as provost and held a professorship role in law.

Dean

— Present

University of Toronto • Toronto, Canada

Served as the Dean and held the James M. Tory Professorship in Law.

Awards

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Academic Leadership Award

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Member of the Order of Canada

Requirements for Johns Hopkins University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree Inorganic Chemistry with Lab Organic Chemistry with Lab General Biology with Lab
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • CV
  • Personal statement
  • Three letters of recommendation
Specialization Notes

Department of Pathology - PhD in Pathobiology. GRE is not required.