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Your chances of getting into Thomas Jefferson University

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

88.9%
Admission Difficulty for Thomas Jefferson University
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Difficult 
Applicant Competition Very Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Jefferson is 88.9%.  Its admission rate is the 87th lowest in Pennsylvania.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Jefferson and can you get accepted?

Thomas Jefferson University is an easy school to get into and you have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 5,085 out of the 5,723 who applied were admitted.

Thomas Jefferson University typically accepts and attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.73. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top quarter of their high school class. 15% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Jefferson?

89% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Thomas Jefferson University you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.73 or better
  • Earn A- grades in high school
  • Score 1240 on the SAT
  • Score 29 on the ACT
  • Graduate in the top 25% of your high school class

Jefferson GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.73

Typical High School Grades 

A-

What GPA do you need to get into Thomas Jefferson University?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Jefferson are to have around a 3.73 high school GPA. You are required to have very good grades in high school.

If your high school grades are above the average 3.73 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as Jefferson accepts 89% of applicants.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Jefferson is 3.73 on the 4.0 scale. 25% of students who get in have perfect 4.0 GPA's in high school. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn A- letter grades and regularly score around 90-92 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #16 in Pennsylvania for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Jefferson is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.7 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted Thomas Jefferson University students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 25.0% Good
3.75 to 3.99 22.0% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 25.5% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 12.0% Reach
3.00 to 3.24 6.7% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 8.2% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 0.6% Low
1.00 to 1.99 0% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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Jefferson SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Thomas Jefferson University. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 27% of students submitted SAT scores and 3% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

1130-1350

Applicants Submitting SAT 

27%
SAT Scores for Thomas Jefferson University
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 570
Math 25th Percentile 560
Composite 25th Percentile 1130
SAT Scores for Thomas Jefferson University
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 670
Math 75th Percentile 680
Composite 75th Percentile 1350
Average SAT Score 1240

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Thomas Jefferson University?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Jefferson is 1240 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1130-1350. Students who get into Thomas Jefferson University score in the top 36 percent of all SAT test takers..  Jefferson ranks #21 in the state of Pennsylvania for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1240 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Jefferson regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1130 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1130, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 1020, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Thomas Jefferson University is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1240 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1240, you have around a 89% chance of being admitted. A 1350 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 94% chance of getting in.

Thomas Jefferson University admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1350 and Above Good >94%
1240 to 1350 Avg + 89%-94%
1130 to 1240 Avg - 81%-89%
1020 to 1130 Reach 69%-81%
Less than 1020 Low <69%
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Jefferson ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

27-31 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

3%
ACT Scores for Thomas Jefferson University
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 25
Math 25th Percentile 25
Composite 25th Percentile 27
ACT Scores for Thomas Jefferson University
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 34
Math 75th Percentile 31
Composite 75th Percentile 31
Average ACT Score 29

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Jefferson?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Jefferson is 29, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 27 and 31.  The school ranks #16 in Pennsylvania and #179 in the U.S. for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 29. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 27 and score in the score in the top 15 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 25.

3 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Thomas Jefferson University.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Thomas Jefferson University is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into Jefferson for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 29 score has around 89% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 94% with a 31 ACT score.

Thomas Jefferson University admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
31 and Above Good >94%
29 to 31 Avg + 89%-94%
27 to 29 Avg - 81%-89%
25 to 27 Reach 69%-81%
Less than 25 Low <69%
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High School Class Rank

60% of Thomas Jefferson University freshman are in the top twenty five percent of their high school graduating class and 26% are in the top ten percent.

High School Class Rank for admitted Thomas Jefferson University students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 26%
Top 25% of class 60.1%
Top 50% of class 88%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

Thomas Jefferson University admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 4,238 1,460 5,723
Accepted 3,754 1,308 5,085
Acceptance Rate 89% 90% 89%
Enrolled 556 200 756
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 15% 15% 15%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Fall 2024 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Jul 31, 2025

Days left to Apply

264

Applicants have 264 days left until the Fall 2024 term applications are due on Jul 31, 2025.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Thomas Jefferson University is $50.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Thomas Jefferson University and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Thomas Jefferson University Application Requirements
Test Scores Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Required to be considered for admission
Completion of College Preparatory Program Required to be considered for admission
Recommendations Required to be considered for admission
Demonstration of Competencies Not required for admission, but considered if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Thomas Jefferson University
AP Credit
Dual Credit
Credit for Life Experiences

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Thomas Jefferson University is lightly competitive to get into, you have a very good chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.73 GPA, you are almost certain to getting in. Combining this with an SAT score of 1240 and ACT of 29 will almost guarantee your admission.

Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=216366 IPEDS survey data for Thomas Jefferson University.

Last updated February 24, 2024