Admissions Overview
The admission process at Jewish Theological Seminary of America has a 51% 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
51%
Moderately Selective
Application Volume
132
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
60%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Jewish Theological Seminary of America has a 51% 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
RequiredPersonal Statement/Essay
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
High School GPA
OptionalStandardized Test Scores
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalWork Experience
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.
How to Apply to JTSA
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Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Jewish Theological Seminary of America. About 35% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,466 to 1,538. Additionally, about 28% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 33 to 34.
SAT Scores
35% of students submitted400
1600
1466 – 1538
200
800
733 – 768
200
800
733 – 770
ACT Scores
28% of students submitted1
36
33 – 34
1
36
33 – 35
1
36
31 – 35
Admission Statistics
132 students applied to JTSA. Of those, 51% were accepted (67 students). Of these 67 accepted students, 40 chose to enroll.
132
Total Applicants
67
Students Admitted
40
Students Enrolled
51%
Acceptance Rate