Thomas Jefferson University

School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More

Philadelphia, PA

$40,680

Avg tuition

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About Thomas Jefferson University

School Type: Private

Status: Non-profit

Accreditation: Regional

Religious Affiliation: N/A While the student experience is largely unaffected at most schools with religious affiliations, some schools place more of an emphasis on religion. Learn how religious affiliations may impact students' experience.

Thomas Jefferson University is a small private university located on an urban campus in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 3,783, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 70%. The university offers 46 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 70%, and a student-faculty ratio of 13:1. Tuition and fees for students are $40,680.

Admissions Breakdown

Acceptance Rate Insight

This school has a high acceptance rate.

This school accepts students at a higher rate than other schools. High acceptance schools welcome 51-100% of all applicants.

70% of students were accepted during the 2020-2021 school year. Sometimes schools with midrange acceptance rates have higher standards of entry but are still accessible to many students who apply.

Retention Rate Insight

84% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2019 and returned in Fall 2020.

Graduation Rate Insight

70% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2014. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.

Application Considerations

Test scores Considered (not required)

High school transcript Required

High school rank Required

Letter of recommendation Required

High school GPA Required

Open admission No

Completion of college prep program Required

Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL) Required

Transfer Credit Policy

Dual enrollment Yes

Credit for qualified life experience* Yes

Advance placement (AP) credits Yes

*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.

SAT & ACT

ACT 25th-75th Percentile 20-27

SAT 25th-75th Percentile 1090-1270

Learning Environment

Student Body Stats

This school has a student body of between 5,000 and 15,000 students.

Learn more about how we determine school awards

8k

Students enrolled

79%

Online student enrollment

13:1

Student to faculty ratio

Ways Students Can Learn

Online Check Bold
On-campus Check Bold
Hybrid The program is a combination of on-campus and online learning and varies per program. Check Bold
International Online classes are available for students around the world. Check Bold

Demographics

White

55%

Two or more races

12%

Black

10%

Hispanic

10%

Unknown

5%

Asian

5%

Non-U.S. Citizen

3%

American Indian/Alaska Native

0%

Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander

0%

Female student population

71%

Socio-economic diversity

34% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.

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Online Programs

Offers Online Programs

Yes

Online Programs

22

Total Online Enrollment

6,552

Student Location Breakout

Percent of Programs Online

82% On-campus

18% Online

Types of Online Programs Offered

Certificates Check Bold 25% online

Associate X Bold Not offered

Bachelor's Check Bold 22% online

Graduate Certificate Check Bold 36% online

Master's Check Bold 14% online

Doctorate Check Bold 6% online

Student Charges

Tuition and Required Fees

Student Level In-state Out-of-state
Undergraduate $40,680 $40,680
Graduate $21,420 $21,420

Cost of Undergraduate Attendance

Costs based on full-time, first-time degree or certificate-seeking undergraduates for the 2020–2021 academic year.

Costs to Consider Price
Books and supplies $1,600
On-campus room and board $13,869
On-campus other expenses $4,443
Off-campus (not with family) room and board $13,869
Off-campus (not with family) other expenses $4,717
Off-campus (with family) other expenses $4,717

Total Undergraduate Cost

Total cost by category In-state Out-of-state
On-campus $60,592 $60,592
Off-campus without family $60,866 $60,866
Off-campus with family $46,997 $46,997

Financial Breakdown

Students Receiving Aid

Federal Grant Aid

34%

State Grant Aid

26%

Institution Grant Aid

98%

Pell Grant

34%

Average Aid Awarded

Federal Grant Aid $5,901
State Grant Aid $3,687
Institution Grant Aid $28,121
Pell Grant Aid $4,327

Financial Outlook

$21k

Average student debt after graduation

$68k

Average salary 6 years after starting school

Varsity Athletic Teams

NCAA Division II without football

of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.

Participation

Men Women
  • Basketball
  • Golf
  • Lacrosse
  • Rowing
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Tennis
  • Track Field Outdoor
  • Track Field Xcountry
  • Volleyball
  • Baseball
  • Basketball

Degrees Awarded by Program

Degrees given for the 2020-2021 academic year.

1

Architecture And Related Services

BA

MA

DOC

2

Biological And Biomedical Sciences

BA

MA

DOC

3

Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services

BA

MA

DOC

4

Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs

BA

MA

DOC

5

Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services

BA

MA

DOC

6

Engineering Technologies/Technicians

BA

MA

DOC

7

Engineering

BA

MA

DOC

8

Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians

BA

MA

DOC

9

Health Professions And Related Clinical Sciences