Admissions Overview
The admission process at Jewish Theological Seminary of America has a 45% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $65. Jewish Theological Seminary of America has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
45%
Selective
Application Volume
142
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
73%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Jewish Theological Seminary of America has a 45% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $65. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Jewish Theological Seminary of America evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$65
Non-refundable application fee
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredWork Experience
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
High School GPA
OptionalStandardized Test Scores
OptionalPersonal Statement/Essay
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalLegacy Status
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Other Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Jewish Theological Seminary of America. About 40% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,440 to 1,559. Additionally, about 23% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 33 to 35.
SAT Scores
40% of students submitted400
1600
1440 – 1559
200
800
730 – 779
200
800
710 – 780
ACT Scores
23% of students submitted1
36
33 – 35
1
36
34 – 36
1
36
30 – 36
Admission Statistics
142 students applied to JTSA. Of those, 45% were accepted (64 students). Of these 64 accepted students, 47 chose to enroll.
142
Total Applicants
64
Students Admitted
47
Students Enrolled
45%
Acceptance Rate