Jewish Theological Seminary of America Admission Requirements
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Jewish Theological Seminary of America Admission Overview
Jewish Theological Seminary of America admission requirements are competitive. Last year Jewish Theological Seminary of America admitted 48.6% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.7 GPA (A-) and SAT 1440-1580. Jewish Theological Seminary of America is test-optional, so you choose whether to send SAT or ACT. Those figures describe last year's class, not a score you must hit.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Jewish Theological Seminary of America is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT or ACT.
Jewish Theological Seminary of America Acceptance Rate
Admission Rate & Difficulty
Acceptance rate Share of applicants offered admission last year.
Admission Standards Measure of enrolled testers' SAT/ACT scores vs. other colleges.
Applicant Competition Measure of this school's acceptance rate vs. other colleges. A low acceptance rate indicates high competition.
Average
Admission difficulty for Jewish Theological Seminary of America
Acceptance Rate
The Jewish Theological Seminary of America acceptance rate is 48.6%. Last year, 70 of 144 applicants were admitted. That is the 27th lowest acceptance rate in New York.
Admission Selectivity
How hard is it to get into Jewish Theological Seminary of America and can you get accepted?
Jewish Theological Seminary of America is a competitive school to get into, turning away a substantial share of applicants. You have a good chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile.
Jewish Theological Seminary of America typically attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.7. Of those admitted, 59% enrolled. That suggests Jewish Theological Seminary of America is a top choice for many students who are offered a place.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Jewish Theological Seminary of America GPA
GPA of enrolled freshmen
Avg. High School GPA The average high school GPA for incoming freshmen on a 4.0 scale.
3.7Typical High School Grades Letter grade on a 4.0 scale for last year's average, not a cutoff.
A-Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.7
Average GPA
Enrolled freshmen at Jewish Theological Seminary of America typically have around a 3.7 GPA (A-) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have very good grades in high school. Jewish Theological Seminary of America is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.
The school ranks #26 in New York for highest average GPA.
See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.7 GPA range.
GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024
Jewish Theological Seminary of America SAT Scores
SAT scores of enrolled freshmen
SAT Range The middle 50% of enrolled testers who sent SAT. The maximum score is 1600.
1440-1580Freshmen who sent SAT Share of enrolled freshmen who submitted SAT scores. This is enrolled testers, not all applicants.
17%25th Percentile Scores
- Reading 720
- Math 720
- Composite 1440
75th Percentile Scores
- Reading 790
- Math 790
- Composite 1580
Average SAT
Enrolled testers at Jewish Theological Seminary of America typically score around a 1510 SAT (middle 50% 1440–1580) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 99th percentile nationally. Jewish Theological Seminary of America ranks #5 in the state of New York and #33 in the nation for highest average SAT composite score.
SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 1440 to 1580
SAT policy
Jewish Theological Seminary of America is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT. If you send a score, it is considered.
View other colleges which accept students in the 1510 SAT score range.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
How SAT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers
This table compares SAT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. It is not a personal chance of admission. If you withhold SAT, skip this table.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Jewish Theological Seminary of America ACT Scores
ACT scores among enrolled freshmen
ACT Range Mid-50 ACT composite among enrolled testers who sent ACT. The scale tops out at 36.
Not ReportedFreshmen reporting ACT Percent of enrolled freshmen who reported ACT. Counts enrolled testers, not the full applicant pool.
5%25th Percentile Scores
- English N/A
- Math N/A
- Composite N/A
75th Percentile Scores
- English N/A
- Math N/A
- Composite N/A
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Estimate How You Compare
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Admission Statistics
Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed in the table below.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Application Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to Jewish Theological Seminary of America and what student information is used for admission decisions?
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Application Fee
The cost for prospective students to apply to Jewish Theological Seminary of America is $65.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Credits Accepted
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Admission summary
Jewish Theological Seminary of America is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 48.6% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.7 GPA (about an A- average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (1440-1580); otherwise withhold. Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
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Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=192040.
GPA calculator: Jewish Theological Seminary of America GPA calculator.
Last updated: August 2026