The City of Baltimore Public Schools (City Schools) are one of the oldest and most historic public school systems in the United States. Inaugurated in 1807, the University of Maryland in Baltimore (UMB) is Maryland's public health, law and human services university dedicated to excellence in education, research, clinical care and public service. UMB is the oldest public university in the state and one of the oldest in the nation. The Maryland General Assembly created the School of Medicine in 1807; it is now the oldest public medical school in the country.
The School of Medicine has a long history of excellence in medical education, research, and patient care. The Baltimore City College is also one of the oldest schools in Baltimore. Founded in 1839, it is the third-oldest public high school in the United States. It is a comprehensive college preparatory school that offers a rigorous academic program for students from all backgrounds.
The Johns Hopkins University was founded in 1876 and is one of the most prestigious universities in the world. It is a private research university with campuses located in Baltimore and Washington, D. C. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs, including medicine, engineering, business, and law. The Peabody Institute of Johns Hopkins University is also one of the oldest schools in Baltimore.
Founded in 1857, it is one of the world's leading conservatories for music and dance. The institute offers a variety of programs for students from all backgrounds. Baltimore is home to many other prestigious schools such as Goucher College, Loyola University Maryland, Morgan State University, Notre Dame of Maryland University, and Towson University.
