Thomas Jefferson University
Thomas Jefferson University

Thomas Jefferson University

Philadelphia, PA, USA
Private
4 Year

Overview

Built for a future that has yet to be defined, Jefferson is crossing disciplines to bring unrivaled innovation and discovery to higher education. Through boundary-breaking collaboration, research and hands-on, experiential learning, we equip graduates with leadership and analytical skills shaped for an accelerated job market. At Jefferson, we are reshaping education for the 21st century.

There’s no better way to prepare for your future profession than by spending your undergraduate and graduate years immersed in, and informed by, hands-on experiences among colleagues within connected professions and disciplines.  This approach creates team-based learning, collaboration and decision-making — with an appreciation for many points of view. Just like in the real world.

Acceptance Rate:
87%
Average Net Price:
$24,697
Campus Setting:
Major city
Average GPA
3.7
Average ACT Composite
28
Average SAT Composite
1222

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Tuition, Cost & Aid

Affordability & Cost

Average Net Price
$24,697
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Tuition
In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution.
$49,250
Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school.
$41,900
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
  • (amount for on-campus room, board and other expenses * # of students living on-campus.
  • + amount for off-campus (with family) room, board and other expenses * # of students living off-campus with family
  • + amount for off-campus (not with family) room, board and other expenses * # of students living off-campus not with family)
divided by the total # of students. Students whose living arrangements are unknown are excluded from the calculation. For some institutions the # of students by living arrangement will be known, but dollar amounts will not be known. In this case the # of students with no corresponding dollar amount will be excluded from the denominator.
$16,387
Books and Supplies
$2500
Average Net Price By Family Income
Income
Average Amount
< $30k
$19,729
$30k - $48k
$21,107
$48k - $75k
$23,661
$75k - $110k
$26,739
$110k+
$32,248
Financial Aid: visit page
Financial Aid Email: [email protected]

Aid & Grants

0
100
82%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
88%
Average Aid Per Year
$25,890
Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
88%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$4,975
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$23,959

 

Students receiving state aid
27%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$3741
Students receiving federal aid
33%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$4,975
Average Grant & Scholarship By Family Income
Income
Average Amount
< $30k
$34,269
$30k - $48k
$33,350
$48k - $75k
$30,928
$75k - $110k
$27,186
$110k+
$21,263
Total Needs Based Scholarships/Grants Total amount of grant or scholarship aid awarded to all undergraduates from the federal government, state/local government, the institution, and other sources known to the institution.
$48,813,130
Total Non-Need-Based Scholarships/Grants
$5,915,933

Student Loans

Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
74%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$8,784
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$14,750
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$287
Students receiving federal loans
89%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$7,825
Average Other Loans Per Year
$14,529

 

Admissions

Key Admissions Stats

Institution Type
Private
  • Not for Profit
  • Coed

Need Blind

This school does not consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission

Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Major city
0
100
87%
Acceptance Rate
3746
Students Applied
53%
Transfer Acceptance Rate
1123
Transfer Students Admitted

Admissions Requirements

SAT
SAT is not checked
No
ACT
ACT is not checked
No
Transcript
Transcript is checked
Yes
Test Optional
Item is checked
Yes
SAT Subject Tests
Item is not checked
No
AP Course Credit
Item is checked
Yes
Dual Enrollment
Item is checked
Yes

Important Deadlines

Application TypeApplication DeadlineReply Deadline
Early Action Acceptance is not binding, but student will receive admissions decision earlier.November 1May 1
Fall Regular DecisionMarch 1May 1

Rolling Admissions

The college has rolling admissions, which means applications are accepted any time throughout the year.

Common Application
Common Application

Admitted Student Stats

In-State Students
63%
Out-Of-State Students
37%
24%
Submitting ACT
63%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 28
0
36
Average SAT Composite: 1222
0
1600
SAT Percentiles

Math
25th
510
75th
600
Reading
25th
520
75th
610
3.7
Average GPA
Students Enrolled By GPA

3.75+
41%
3.50 - 3.74
23%
3.25 - 3.49
13%
3.00 - 3.24
13%
2.50 - 2.99
10%
2.00 - 2.49
1%

Admissions Resources

Admissions: visit page
Admissions Email: [email protected]
Admissions Telephone: 215-951-2800
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
For Veteran Services: visit page

Academics

Key Academic Stats

Highest Degree Offered
Doctorate
Total Number of Students
8,105
Total Number of Undergrads
3,771
0
100
53%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
67%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
12:1
US National: 21:1
Academic Calendar

Semester

Non Traditional Learning
  • Online Classes
  • Online Undergrad Degrees
Learning Options
  • Study Abroad
Classroom Sizes

2-19 Students
64%
20-39 Students
30%
40-99 Students
2%
100+ Students
2%
 

Degrees and Majors

MAJORS
58

Faculty Overview

Gender
Male
Female
Ethnicity

African American
Asian/Pacific Islander
White
Unknown

Campus Life

Key Campus Stats

Student Gender
Male
Female
26%
74%
Residency
In-State Students
63%
Out-Of-State Students
37%
Size of Town
Major city
Countries Represented
Ethnicity
African American
14%
Asian/Pacific Islander
15%
Hispanic
12%
White
49%
Unknown
10%
Percent of First Generation Students
37%
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
Item is checked
Yes
On Campus Women's Center
Item is not checked
No
Cultural Student Resource Groups
Item is checked
Yes

Housing

0
100
34%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Disability Housing Available
No
0
100
83%
Freshman Living on Campus

Athletics

Divisional Sports Nickname
Rams
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Not applicable
Intramural Sports
8
Thomas Jefferson University Athletics: visit page

Campus Safety

24-HR security patrol
24-HR security patrol is checked
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Campus emergency phones is checked
Yes
24-HR escort safety rides
Item is checked
Yes
Mobile campus emergency alert
Item is checked
Yes

After Graduation

Post Grad Stats

Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$77,450
Top 5 Employers
Burlington
URBN (Anthropologie, Free People)
Gensler
WRT, LLC
Stantec
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$14,750
Loan Default Rate
3%
National: 8%
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$287
This school is very well developed. You learn alot of information needed for your major. Many opportunities are offered. Have excellent internship programs to help you have an idea of what to expect after graduation. Many clubs and organizations are offered for students to participate in.
Adji from Philadelphia, PA
I would give Philadelphia University five stars on its academic departments. The faculty is eager to help with any difficulties a student may be having, whether it be with their class in particular or with something as general as organization and time management. Many members of the faculty are professionals working in the fields that they are teaching. This allows them to give students advice on the careers associated with their major as well as allowing them to bring their own real world experiences into the classroom as examples.
Jacob from Bel Air, MD
Philadelphia University is a private, 100 acre campus where I am currently a Fashion Merchandising major, and I chose this school based on the many unique opportunities they provide. Fashion Merchandising is actually considered a business administrations major here and therefore, you are able to enroll in a five-year Masters program. Most Masters programs are six or more years at other Universities. Not to mention that the average class size on campus is only eighteen students, which provides for a great student-professor interaction and a lot of individual help if necessary. Another reason Im learning so much here is because the professors are so well qualified. Most of the professors I’ve had this year have had a lot of experience in the workforce and have personal knowledge of what they are teaching, that is very important with such a hands-on major.
Megan from Georgetown, DE
I love Going to this school, It is a close nit community where no matter where you go people are willing to help you in your academic goals. The Learning and advising center is a wonderful help in cranking out essays when you have a case of writers block. The teachers are always willing to help you learn at your highest potential and every teacher has the ability to accommodate your learning style.
Kyle from Aberdeen, MD
Philadelphia University is an interesting University. You would find that most students are very academically driven and focused. This separates PhilaU from the college stereotype of constant parties and going out. I am an Architecture student and from my experience in the College of Architecture and the built Environment I have gained much knowledge and professional experience in my field. Never a class over 35 students I always have a personal relationship with my professors and they are always willing to share insight or experience towards anything I might ask them. Overall PhilaU's diverse full time and adjunct faculty and staff have a lot of unique information to offer!
Katie from Philadelphia, PA
I am learn various life skills as well as academic information. You start off your freshman year taking core major classes. This allows you to start figuring out if you want to stay in the major you choose. The faculty are always trying to help you succeed. Many faculty still are working in the field that they teach and offer various opportunities for help outside the classroom. The learning and advising center is always available for academic help. You can set up tutoring for various classes as well as math and writing help. There is help available for you, you just have to step up and take it.
Kay from MD
PhilaU is a student-driven and student-centered institution which allows room for creative expression. A large part of the curriculum is centered around collaboration and integration within and among groups of majors. PhilaU is a small-to-medium sized school which has a community feel, even among professors and administrators.
Kevin from Robbinsville, NJ
Philadelphia University is a combination of learning and exploration. Do not expect to have everything laid out in front of you. The university has a lot to offer, but you have to have the curiosity and ambition to find everything. The classes vary in difficulty especially between design and non design majors. Most importantly, The university offers a lot of help to students academically and in extracurricular activities, however, you are reminded that it is your life and you have to make the decision to get the extra help.
Ryan from Dunmore, PA
If you are a design student you will be working a lot. It is a lot of work but it's all for the bettering of you craftsmanship and attention to detail.
A Phairy from Philau
Philadelphia University now Jefferson is a school that will push you out of your comfort zone in all the right ways. The University opens your mind and allows you to be as creative as you can be. The environment aids in your success so much and if you want to be around go getters just like you Philadelphia University is the school for you!