Good

Score: 66/100

Jewish Theological Seminary of America

4-Year Private Non-Profit

📍 New York, New York 10027

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Rating Context: This institution has fewer than 500 students. Smaller schools may show more rating variability due to limited data points.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (A+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 87%

Outcomes

A+

94/100

Affordability

24/100

Resources

69/100

Experience

88/100

Prestige

C+

51/100

Quick Stats

316

Total Enrollment

87%

Graduation Rate

100%

Retention Rate

8.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

45%

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Avg Net Price

For parents & investors

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Avg home value near campus: $835,348
Avg rent near campus: $3,962/mo — vs ~$1,544/mo campus room rate
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 10451 (6.9% cap, New York)

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🏆 Where Jewish Theological Seminary of America Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

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Jewish/Judaic Studies

of 7 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category	In-State	Out-of-State
Tuition	$62,676	$62,676
Room	$13,900
Total Cost (On-Campus)	$85,945	$85,945

Financial Aid

70%

Receive Any Aid

Receive Pell Grants

10%

Take Out Loans

N/A

Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Jewish/Judaic Studies 65 grads/yr Religious Education 15 grads/yr Rabbinical Studies 10 grads/yr Religious/Sacred Music 5 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Jewish Theological Seminary of America's top programs commonly pursue.

Area, ethnic, and cultural studies teachers, postsecondary

$84k/yr 14,500 jobs

Philosophy and religion teachers, postsecondary

$78k/yr 27,300 jobs

Directors, religious activities and education

$55k/yr 138,900 jobs

Clergy

$61k/yr 262,000 jobs

Music directors and composers

$64k/yr 47,300 jobs

Student Demographics

316

Total Students

55%

Women

100%

Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 75%

Hispanic 5%

Asian 1%

Two or More 1%

Non-Resident 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 93%

Hybrid (Some Online) 2%

Fully Online 5%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 100%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Jewish Theological Seminary of America?

Jewish Theological Seminary of America has an acceptance rate of 45%. This makes it a moderately selective institution with competitive admission standards.

How much does it cost to attend Jewish Theological Seminary of America?

Tuition at Jewish Theological Seminary of America is $62,676 for in-state students and $62,676 for out-of-state students .

What is the graduation rate at Jewish Theological Seminary of America?

The graduation rate at Jewish Theological Seminary of America is 87%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.

Is Jewish Theological Seminary of America a good school?

Jewish Theological Seminary of America has a Repit College Score of 66/100 (Grade: B). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (A+): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (A): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (C+): Reputation and recognition

Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.

How many students attend Jewish Theological Seminary of America?

Jewish Theological Seminary of America has a total enrollment of 316 students. Most students (100%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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