Return to Campus Guidance
Details on operational issues, health and safety guidance, and expectations for use of campus facilities
Johns Hopkins has developed guidelines for a gradual resumption of activities with the health and safety of our community at the forefront of our thinking.
Current Status
As of Jan. 25
- Johns Hopkins University remains in Phase 1 of its reopening plan; limited on-campus activities are permitted. More information
- Expanded on-campus residential and educational opportunities for undergraduates are being offered for the spring semester. More information
- Nine campus locations have been established for mandatory COVID-19 testing. More information
- The Return to Campus Guidance details operational issues, health and safety guidance, and expectations for use of campus facilities. More information
- Face coverings, physical distancing, and daily health checks are required for anyone on campus; smoking and vaping are prohibited. More information
- Data showing testing and test-positive cases among JHU affiliates is updated now updated daily on an expanded COVID-19 testing dashboard. More information
- Anyone with concerns about noncompliance with JHU COVID-19 safety measures is encouraged to submit information via the confidential compliance line or call 844-SPEAK2US (844-773-2528).
Testing information
The university has established nine campus locations for COVID-19 testing beginning in January. Routine testing will be required for all undergraduate students living in Baltimore and others who are participating in or supporting in-person, on-campus instruction. Affiliates must come to one of these nine locations in order to provide their specimens.
Testing locations
- Shriver Hall
- AMR II Blue Jay Lounge
- Glass Pavilion
- Charles Commons
- Lacrosse Hall of Fame building
- School of Nursing Student House
- Peabody Maestro’s Café
- SAIS Nitze building
- Harbor East library
JH NEEDS U
Help us protect each other
Cover your face
Always wear a mask on campus
Wash your hands
Wash or sanitize hands often and don’t touch your face
Distance yourself
Keep six feet between you and others
If you have symptoms
Self-isolate and call 833-546-7546 right away
Your Input is Crucial
In addition to formal working groups, we have created multiple avenues for community input, including a student advisory committee and a series of virtual town halls and forums. Comments and suggestions about the resumption of on-campus activities can be shared at any time.
