Jewish Theological Seminary of America
New York, New York · Private
Jewish Theological Seminary of America admitted 45% of 142 applicants (IPEDS, fall 2023). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1440–1559 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 87% of students graduate within six years.
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Application deadlines
Jewish Theological Seminary of America’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Early decision
- November 1, 2026
- Early decision II
- January 3, 2027
- Early action
- January 3, 2027
- Regular decision
- February 1, 2027
The application fee is $65, and Jewish Theological Seminary of America accepts the Common App fee waiver. Jewish Theological Seminary of America asks for the Common App personal essay, two teacher recommendations, a counselor recommendation, and a midyear report from your school. For financial aid it uses the FAFSA and the CSS Profile.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check Jewish Theological Seminary of America’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $85,945 a year. After grants, students paid $54,588 on average.
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Quick answers
What is Jewish Theological Seminary of America’s acceptance rate?
Jewish Theological Seminary of America admitted 45% of applicants: 64 of 142 (IPEDS, fall 2023).
When is Jewish Theological Seminary of America’s early decision deadline?
For 2026–27, early decision is due November 1, 2026, early decision II is due January 3, 2027, early action is due January 3, 2027, and regular decision is due February 1, 2027. Common App deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone.
What SAT score do you need for Jewish Theological Seminary of America?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1440 to 1559, with a median around 1500. A score at or above 1500 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is Jewish Theological Seminary of America’s application fee?
The application fee is $65 for 2026–27, and Jewish Theological Seminary of America accepts the Common App fee waiver.
What does Jewish Theological Seminary of America require?
Besides the application and transcript, Jewish Theological Seminary of America asks for the Common App personal essay, two teacher recommendations, a counselor recommendation, and a midyear report from your school.
Does Jewish Theological Seminary of America require the CSS Profile?
Yes. Jewish Theological Seminary of America uses the CSS Profile for financial aid, along with the FAFSA, and it may ask a noncustodial parent to fill one out too.
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