Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
| Online | jefferson.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large City |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Thomas Jefferson University, located in Center City Philadelphia, is a private health sciences university that originated as Jefferson Medical College in 1824. The urban campus spans several blocks in the historic district of Philadelphia, featuring a mix of modern medical facilities and restored historic buildings. Following its 2017 merger with Philadelphia University, the institution expanded beyond its traditional medical focus to include programs in architecture, design, engineering, and business, while maintaining its reputation in medicine, nursing, and health sciences. The university operates in conjunction with Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals, providing students with direct access to clinical training facilities. Most graduate students live off-campus in the surrounding Philadelphia neighborhoods, while undergraduate housing is available at the East Falls campus, formerly Philadelphia University's main campus.
Ratings
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Jefferson is rated within the top 22% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 8 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1130/1350 |
| ACT | 27/31 |
| GPA | 3.73 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jul 31, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $50 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,600 |
| Other Fees | $1,250 |
| Room and Board | $14,715 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $5,154 |
| Total One Year Cost | $65,819 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=216366 IPEDS survey data for Thomas Jefferson University.
Current students may use the Thomas Jefferson University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2024