The Jewish Theological Seminary

It is very difficult to get into The Jewish Theological Seminary. The Jewish Theological Seminary admitted 60% of all applicants in 2008. Out of 124 applications received in 2023, 74 students were offered admission.

Check in with The Jewish Theological Seminary's admissions department to confirm any application fees and information.

The Jewish Theological Seminary Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of The Jewish Theological Seminary's admissions stats.

The Jewish Theological Seminary 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.7
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	78%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	39%
Waitlist	No

The Jewish Theological Seminary Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for The Jewish Theological Seminary.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	Yes	Info Not Available	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–

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Want to Apply Early to The Jewish Theological Seminary?

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The Jewish Theological Seminary offers early decision but not early action. Early decision is binding, which means you must attend if you are admitted, while early action allows you to apply early without committing.

Some students apply early because they believe it will increase their chances of getting in. When you apply early, your application is considered before all the regular decision applicants apply. Applying early may increase the chance of being admitted, since it demonstrates that you are very interested in a school.

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

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More on The Jewish Theological Seminary Admissions

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How Challenging Is It To Get Admitted to The Jewish Theological Seminary?

Getting into The Jewish Theological Seminary is very difficult. The Jewish Theological Seminary evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.

In 2022, The Jewish Theological Seminary accepted 60% of all applicants, about 74 of the 124 students who applied.

Schools that are very difficult to get into, like The Jewish Theological Seminary, accept fewer than 60% of all applicants. At least 50% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 10% of their high school class and scored over 1230 on the SAT and over 26 on the ACT.

Transferring to The Jewish Theological Seminary

It is very difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to The Jewish Theological Seminary

The Jewish Theological Seminary has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into The Jewish Theological Seminary?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are are most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When assembling 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 prioritize the areas where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at The Jewish Theological Seminary

Wondering what factors are considered by The Jewish Theological Seminary 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
Class Rank	Important
Application Essay	Important
Interview	Important
Recommendation(s)	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Religious Affiliation/Commitment	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered
First Generation	Considered

Make sure to check with The Jewish Theological Seminary for more information on admission factors.

The Jewish Theological Seminary 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to The Jewish Theological Seminary, all applicants must submit the following items. Check with The Jewish Theological Seminary's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Transcript of High School Record	–	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into The Jewish Theological Seminary?

Students admitted to The Jewish Theological Seminary have an average unweighted GPA of 3.7.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights 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

The Jewish Theological Seminary 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 2008, 78% of The Jewish Theological Seminary's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 39% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

To be most competitive at The Jewish Theological Seminary, you should strive to earn between 27 and 32 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 32 means you fall in the 75th percentile for The Jewish Theological Seminary's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 32, and three out of four students scored lower than 32 on the ACT.

A 27 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for The Jewish Theological Seminary students. Only one out of every four students scored below 27.

More Information on Transferring to The Jewish Theological Seminary

For transfer students, it is very difficult to get admitted to The Jewish Theological Seminary.

Transfer students can enroll in The Jewish Theological Seminary during the following terms:

• Fall Term

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The Jewish Theological Seminary Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to The Jewish Theological Seminary?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to The Jewish Theological Seminary.

Does The Jewish Theological Seminary accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ The Jewish Theological Seminary accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to The Jewish Theological Seminary?

✅ The Jewish Theological Seminary is not test optional.

What is The Jewish Theological Seminary's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for The Jewish Theological Seminary is 60%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at The Jewish Theological Seminary?

✅ The Jewish Theological Seminary offers early decision but the school has not provided an acceptance rate.

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