Jewish Theological Seminary of America
- Graduation Rate
- 88% A
- Most students who enroll finish their degree here
- Earnings (10yr)
- $92,751 A+
- Top 1% nationally — exceptional earning power
- Net Price
- $43,195 F
- 152% more than the typical college
- Acceptance Rate
- 49% B+
- Selective, but achievable with strong credentials
Bottom line: A C+ overall grade — average outcomes for a U.S. college. 21.7× return on investment — every $1 spent returns $21.7 over 20 years.
Every $1 spent returns $21.7 over 20 years. Net gain: $3,582,705.
What The Data Says
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A C+ overall — outcomes trail most U.S. colleges on measured metrics.
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Graduates earn 127% more than the national college median.
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A 88% graduation rate — 55% above the national average.
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Every $1 invested returns $21.7 over 20 years — an exceptional return.
About Jewish Theological Seminary of America
Jewish Theological Seminary of America is profiled below with full outcomes data from federal sources.
Interpretation generated from this school's federal outcomes, research, and mobility data.
Institutional Profile
- Institution Type
- Private Special-Focus Institution
- Carnegie Class
- Special Focus
- Enrollment
- 172
- Setting
- Urban
- Designations
- 80
Why students choose Jewish Theological Seminary of America
CollegeRanker Report Card
Graded on outcomes, against every U.S. college.
Each grade is this school's national percentile on a real outcome — earnings, value, mobility, and more.
How we grade →Admissions
Selective — admits about 49% of applicants, with a middle-50% SAT of 1440–1580. Run your numbers in the admissions predictor below.
Check your odds →Net price + aid
Students pay about $43,195 a year after grants and scholarships — 152% above the typical U.S. college. See net price by family income below.
See cost & aid →Earnings + debt
Graduates earn a median of $92,751 ten years after enrolling — 127% above the typical college.
See outcomes →Mobility + social capital
Mobility and social-capital data are limited for this school — see what's reported below.
See mobility →Can I Get In?
How selective Jewish Theological Seminary of America is — and how your numbers stack up.
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Will I Be Accepted?
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Academics & Admissions
Is It Hard to Get Into Jewish Theological Seminary of America? Acceptance Rate & Requirements
As a private institution in New York, New York, Jewish Theological Seminary of America reviews applications selectively. The acceptance rate runs near 49%. Admitted students typically arrive with an average SAT score near 1,500. The graduation rate is roughly 88%.
- Acceptance Rate
- 49%
- Retention Rate
- 96%
- SAT Average
- 1500
- ACT Midpoint
- 33
- SAT Range
- 1440–1580
- Full-Time Faculty
- 44%
- Faculty Salary (mo)
- $12,696
- Student–Faculty Ratio
- 7:1
- Diversity Index
- 0.36
- Applicants
- 132
- Admitted
- 67
Can I Afford It?
What you'll actually pay after grants and aid — not the sticker price.
Cost & Financial Aid
How Much Does It Cost to Attend Jewish Theological Seminary of America? Tuition, Net Price & Aid
Published tuition at Jewish Theological Seminary of America is $67,357, but few families pay that. The number to watch is net price, what students actually pay each year after federal grants and institutional scholarships. Here it averages about $43,195.
- In-State Tuition
- $67,357
- Out-of-State
- $67,357
- Avg Net Price
- $43,195
- Pell Grant Rate
- 4%
- Federal Loan Rate
- 12%
What Happens After?
Earnings, debt, and where graduates actually land.
Students Like You
Tell us a little about yourself to see what students like you have typically experienced at Jewish Theological Seminary of America — the net price for your income, your admission odds, and the outcomes that follow. These are patterns from federal data, not predictions.
Graduate Outcomes
Is Jewish Theological Seminary of America Worth It? Graduate Earnings & ROI
Ten years out, alumni of Jewish Theological Seminary of America earn a median of $92,751, well above the national average for bachelor's degree holders.
- 6 Years After Entry
- $58,656
- 10 Years
- $92,751
- Loan Repayment (3yr)
- 33%
Earnings Trajectory
Graduation by Timeframe
- 100% (26)
- 68%
- 100% (26)
- 68%
- 100% (26)
- 68%
- 100% (26)
- 68%
How Jewish Compares
Dot right of center = above national average.
College ROI Calculator
Is Jewish Theological Seminary of America Worth It?
A data-driven look at the return on your educational investment — using real federal data.
Yes — for most students, Jewish Theological Seminary of America delivers a positive return. Over four years, the typical net price is $43,195/year ($172,780 total). Graduates earn $92,751 at ten years, and over a 20-year career we project $3,755,485 in total earnings — a net gain of $3,582,705 (21.7× your investment).. With a 88% graduation rate, the path to that return is well-tested. This is a exceptional ROI compared to national averages.
- Total Cost (4yr)
- $172,780
- Projected 20yr Earnings
- $3,755,485
- Net Return
- $3,582,705
- ROI Multiple
- 21.7×
- Cost Per Year
- $43,195
- Graduation Rate
- 88%
Does It Change Lives?
Mobility, social capital, and innovation — does it move people up?
Institutional Finances
Data: NCES IPEDS
- Investment Income
- $-30,985,869
Frequently Asked Questions
Is It Hard to Get Into Jewish Theological Seminary of America? Acceptance Rate & Requirements
As a private institution in New York, New York, Jewish Theological Seminary of America reviews applications selectively. The acceptance rate runs near 49%. Admitted students typically arrive with an average SAT score near 1,500. The graduation rate is roughly 88%.
How Much Does It Cost to Attend Jewish Theological Seminary of America? Tuition, Net Price & Aid
Published tuition at Jewish Theological Seminary of America is $67,357, but few families pay that. The number to watch is net price, what students actually pay each year after federal grants and institutional scholarships. Here it averages about $43,195.
Is Jewish Theological Seminary of America Worth It? Graduate Earnings & ROI
Ten years out, alumni of Jewish Theological Seminary of America earn a median of $92,751, well above the national average for bachelor's degree holders.
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