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Thomas Jefferson University

Philadelphia, PA jefferson.edu 3,708 students

Thomas Jefferson University's campus is located in the heart of Philadelphia, offering students access to the city's rich cultural and historical resources. The university is known for its focus on professional studies, particularly in healthcare, design, and architecture. Its integration of design and health programs fosters a collaborative and innovative learning environment. The university maintains a strong connection to its namesake through various symbols and traditions.

Programs
10
Analyzed in dataset
Earnings
$51,808
Average graduate, 1 yr after
Tuition
$45,683
Sticker price (est.)

Financial Aid

The sticker price is rarely what families actually pay. Thomas Jefferson University's grant and scholarship aid lowers the net price for most income brackets. 34% of students receive Pell Grants; 85% take federal loans.

Key Insight

Average net price across income brackets is $26,034, roughly 43% lower than the published tuition.

Net Price by Family Income

Academic Year 2025
Income Bracket Avg Net Price 4-Year Net Cost
$0 – $30K $20,809 $83,236
$30K – $48K $20,445 $81,780
$48K – $75K $24,652 $98,608
$75K – $110K $29,949 $119,796
$110K+ $34,317 $137,268
Sticker price (no aid) $45,683 $182,732
Net price = tuition + fees + room & board minus grants and scholarships, by reported family-income bracket. Source: IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey via College Scorecard.

Programs at Thomas Jefferson University

10 degree programs ranked by DegreeOutlook Score. Click any program for AI scenario analysis and 10-year earnings projections.

Degree Program DW Score 1-yr Earnings AI Risk ROI
Nursing
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing Compare across schools →
77
$85,656/yr High 4.4x
Allied Health Professions
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions Compare across schools →
65
$82,918/yr Moderate 3.7x
Business Administration
Business Administration, Management and Operations Compare across schools →
53
$45,225/yr High 2.4x
Specialized Sales & Marketing
Specialized Sales, Merchandising and Marketing Operations Compare across schools →
46
$40,407/yr High 2.2x
Health and Medical Administrative Services Compare across schools →
46
$39,814/yr High 1.2x
Clinical Psychology
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology Compare across schools →
44
$43,964/yr High 1.7x
Architectural Sciences and Technology Compare across schools →
42
$55,334/yr High 2.0x
Health Sciences
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General Compare across schools →
40
$43,635/yr High 3.0x
Interior Architecture Compare across schools →
36
$44,696/yr High 2.2x
Design
Design and Applied Arts Compare across schools →
30
$36,433/yr High 2.1x

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