Thomas Jefferson University

Thomas Jefferson University, also referred to as TJU, is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States. It was established in 1824 as Jefferson Medical College. The college opened an infirmary in 1825 to treat the poor. It received university status on July 1, 1969, and adopted its current name. The university is beautifully nestled in an area of more than 10 acres in Philadelphia. It records an enrollment of over 2,500 students every year. TJU is organized into the following academic divisions:

• Jefferson College of Graduate Studies
• Jefferson College of Health Professions
• Jefferson Medical College

TJU has recognized several students clubs and organizations. Some of these are the Alpha Eta Honor Society, Jefferson African-American Student Society, Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society, American Medical Student Association, Jefferson Arts Organization, Jefferson Association of Indians, and Chinese Students and Scholars Association.

Thomas Jefferson University Highlights

Where Thomas Jefferson University stands out most compared to other schools (details below):

• Many students concentrating in nursing and emergency medicine, medicine, therapy and counseling, and nutrition and exercise therapy.
• High female/male ratio.
• Superior share of faculty on tenure track.

Other important characteristics:

• Faculty tenure system
• On-campus hospital
• Library on-campus
• Campus housing available
• Study abroad option
• Distance learning available
• Part-time classes available
• ROTC

Degrees Awarded (in 2007)

Students

The student enrollment at Thomas Jefferson University was 2,924 in 2007 (2,401 full-time equivalent).

Undergrads are 37% of enrolled students, graduate students are 31%, and those seeking first-professional graduate degrees represent 31%.

Tuition and Other Costs

Financial Aid: Thomas Jefferson University participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs.

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Faculty

Tenure (2007):

Housing and Meals

Thomas Jefferson University provides on-campus housing for 634 of its 2,401 (full-time) students (as of 2007).