Thomas Jefferson University

It is moderately difficult to get into Thomas Jefferson University. The university admitted 78% of all applicants in 2022. Out of 5,135 applications received in 2023, 4,010 students were offered admission.

If you are thinking about applying to Thomas Jefferson University, the deadline for Fall 2024 admissions is 7/31 and the application fee is $50.

Students who apply to Thomas Jefferson University for the fall semester should hear back from Thomas Jefferson University by December 3.

Thomas Jefferson University Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of Thomas Jefferson University's admissions stats.

Thomas Jefferson University 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.7
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	26%
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	31%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	5%
Waitlist	No

Thomas Jefferson University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Thomas Jefferson University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	Info Not Available	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	Yes	November 1	December 3
Regular Decision	Yes	7 31	December 3

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Considering Applying Early to Thomas Jefferson University?

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Thomas Jefferson University may or may not offer early admission, however the school has not provided any application information. Check with Thomas Jefferson University directly for more information about early applications.

🗓️ The Early Action deadline is November 1. Thomas Jefferson University will release EA admissions decisions no later than December 3.

Some students apply early to college in hopes that it will boost their chances of acceptance. When you apply early, your application is considered before all the regular decision applicants apply. Applying early may increase the chance of admission, since it demonstrates your interest in a school.

➡️ See a list of some top colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on Thomas Jefferson University Admissions

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How Hard Is It To Get Admitted to Thomas Jefferson University?

It is moderately difficult to get into Thomas Jefferson University.

In 2022, Thomas Jefferson University accepted 78% of students, approximately 4,010 from the 5,135 applicants.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like Thomas Jefferson University, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT.

Transferring to Thomas Jefferson University

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to Thomas Jefferson University

Thomas Jefferson University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into Thomas Jefferson University?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are given the most weight when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that put the most emphasis on the admissions factors where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at Thomas Jefferson University

Wondering what factors are considered by Thomas Jefferson University during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Standardized Test Scores	Very Important
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Application Essay	Important
Recommendation(s)	Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Class Rank	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Interview	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered

Make sure to check with Thomas Jefferson University for more information on admission factors.

Thomas Jefferson University Application Requirements

To apply to Thomas Jefferson University, all applicants must submit the following items. Double check with Thomas Jefferson University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement	–	–	–	–
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	–	–	–	–
Interview	–	–	–	–
Letter(s) of Recommendation	–	–	–	–
Transcript(S) of College Record	–	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	–	–	–	–
Standardized Test Scores	–	–	–	–
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)	–	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Thomas Jefferson University?

Students admitted to Thomas Jefferson University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.7.

Out of all students that were admitted, 42% submitted a class rank. At Thomas Jefferson University 26% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 60.1% were in the top 25% and 87.5% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Thomas Jefferson University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	25%
3.75 and 3.99	22%
3.50 and 3.74	25.5%
3.25 and 3.49	12%
3.00 and 3.24	6.7%
2.50 and 2.9	8.2%
2.00 and 2.49	0.6%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to Thomas Jefferson University directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Thomas Jefferson University does not have a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 31% of Thomas Jefferson University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 5% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Thomas Jefferson University students scored 670 or higher and 75% of students scored 570 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Thomas Jefferson University students scored 655 or higher, and 75% scored a 570 or higher.

To be most competitive at Thomas Jefferson University, you should strive to earn between 25 and 30 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 30 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Thomas Jefferson University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 30, and three out of four students scored lower than 30 on the ACT.

A 25 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Thomas Jefferson University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 25.

More Information on Transferring to Thomas Jefferson University

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Thomas Jefferson University.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is July 15.

Transfer students can enroll in Thomas Jefferson University during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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Thomas Jefferson University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Thomas Jefferson University?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Thomas Jefferson University.

Does Thomas Jefferson University accept transfer credits?

✅ Thomas Jefferson University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Thomas Jefferson University accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Do I have to submit test scores to Thomas Jefferson University?

✅ Thomas Jefferson University is not test optional.

What is Thomas Jefferson University's acceptance rate?

✅ Thomas Jefferson University's acceptance rate is 78%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Thomas Jefferson University?

🟨 Thomas Jefferson University may or may not offer early decision. The school has not provided any information on early decision including ED acceptance rates.

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