Thomas Jefferson University
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania · Private
Thomas Jefferson University admitted 81% of 7,561 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1150–1350 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 68% of students graduate within six years.
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Application deadlines
Thomas Jefferson University’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Early action
- November 1, 2026
- Regular decision
- March 1, 2027
The application fee is $50, and Thomas Jefferson University accepts the Common App fee waiver. Thomas Jefferson University asks for the Common App personal essay and one teacher recommendation.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check Thomas Jefferson University’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
Early decision and early action
Thomas Jefferson University offers early action but didn’t report its early admit rate.
What admissions weighs
How Thomas Jefferson University rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- Course rigor
- GPA
Important
- Essay
- Recommendations
Considered
- Class rank
- Test scores
- Interview
- Activities
- Talent or ability
- Character
- Volunteering
Not considered
- –
High school GPA
First-year students averaged a 3.75 GPA. 29% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.
Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $68,557 a year. After grants, students paid $29,097 on average.
Average price after grants, by family income:
Quick answers
What is Thomas Jefferson University’s acceptance rate?
Thomas Jefferson University admitted 81% of applicants: 6,101 of 7,561 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).
When is Thomas Jefferson University’s early action deadline?
For 2026–27, early action is due November 1, 2026 and regular decision is due March 1, 2027. Common App deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone.
What SAT score do you need for Thomas Jefferson University?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1150 to 1350, with a median around 1250. A score at or above 1250 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is Thomas Jefferson University’s application fee?
The application fee is $50 for 2026–27, and Thomas Jefferson University accepts the Common App fee waiver.
What does Thomas Jefferson University require?
Besides the application and transcript, Thomas Jefferson University asks for the Common App personal essay and one teacher recommendation.
Does Thomas Jefferson University have supplemental essays?
No. Thomas Jefferson University has no supplemental essays for 2026–27. You send only the Common App personal essay.
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