Thomas Jefferson University (TJU)
Philadelphia, PA| Region: | Mid-Atlantic |
|---|---|
| Setting: | Large City Setting |
| Type: | Private |
| Affiliation: | Not applicable |
| Size: | Small (Under 2,000 Undergrad) |
| Website: | www.jefferson.edu |
| On-Campus Housing Available: | Yes |
| Enrollment: | 4,239 |
About TJU
With several research centers, an extensive health system and nearly 200 years of history, Thomas Jefferson University (TJU) is one of the premier medical schools in the United States. The university divides its academics and research into six schools and colleges:
- College of Graduate Studies
- Medical College
- School of Health Professions
- School of Nursing
- School of Pharmacy
- School of Population Health
These academic divisions provide support for every area of study in health and medicine, from Biomedical Science to Public Health. Graduate certificates, master’s degrees and doctoral degrees are available, and the School of Nursing offers many baccalaureate programs, as well.
Because of the wide range of programs available, admissions procedures vary at Thomas Jefferson University. For example, in the College of Graduate Studies, the deadline for PhD applications is January 5, while applications for the MS program are accepted throughout the year.
Similarly, each TJU school has its own FAFSA code, so make sure to use the right one when you apply for financial aid. Though opportunities vary by program, all TJU schools offer a combination of state, federal, and institutional grants, scholarships and fellowships to help you manage the cost of tuition for your program.
TJU Map & Location
Thomas Jefferson University
1020 Walnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19107
Getting Around TJU
Walkability
Excellent walkability. You do not need a car for this area.
Transit
Excellent transit. This area has plenty of convenient public transportation.
Weather
Seasonal average temperatures for Philadelphia, PA
TJU Students
| Full-Time Undergrad Students | 1,243 |
|---|---|
| Total Students (Undergrads & Graduate Students) | 4,239 |
Ethnic Diversity:
- Latino: 4%
- African American: 9%
- Caucasian: 59%
- Asian: 8%
- Unknown and Other: 20%
| Latino | 4% |
|---|---|
| African American | 9% |
| Caucasian | 59% |
| Asian | 8% |
| Unknown and Other | 20% |
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