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Jewish Theological Seminary of America Admission Requirements

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Your chances of getting into Jewish Theological Seminary of America

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

50.4%
Admission Difficulty for Jewish Theological Seminary of America
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Admission Standards Exceptional 
Applicant Competition Average 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Jewish Theological Seminary of America is 50.4%.  Its admission rate is the 31st lowest in New York.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Jewish Theological Seminary of America and can you get accepted?

Jewish Theological Seminary of America is a more competitive school to get into. You have a good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 59 out of the 117 who applied were admitted.

The school has extremely high admission requirements, generally admitting students who can score in the top 3 percent on standardized admission tests. Jewish Theological Seminary of America typically accepts and attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.7. Of those applicants who were admitted, 75% enrolled. This indicates that the school is a top choice for many students who apply.

Can you get into Jewish Theological Seminary of America?

50% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Jewish Theological Seminary of America you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.7 or better
  • Earn A- grades in high school
  • Score 1420 on the SAT
  • Score 33 on the ACT
  • Submit letters of recommendation from your teachers

Jewish Theological Seminary of America GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.7

Typical High School Grades 

A-

What GPA do you need to get into Jewish Theological Seminary of America?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Jewish Theological Seminary of America are to have around a 3.7 high school GPA. You are required to have very good grades in high school.

If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as Jewish Theological Seminary of America accepts 50% of students who apply.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Jewish Theological Seminary of America is 3.7 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn A- letter grades and regularly score around 90-92 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #26 in New York for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Jewish Theological Seminary of America is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

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GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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Jewish Theological Seminary of America SAT Scores

Test Optional

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Jewish Theological Seminary of America. If you submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 36% of students submitted SAT scores and 39% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

1346-1488

Applicants Submitting SAT 

36%
SAT Scores for Jewish Theological Seminary of America
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 683
Math 25th Percentile 663
Composite 25th Percentile 1346
SAT Scores for Jewish Theological Seminary of America
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 730
Math 75th Percentile 758
Composite 75th Percentile 1488
Average SAT Score 1420

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Jewish Theological Seminary of America?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Jewish Theological Seminary of America is 1420 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1346-1488. Students who get into Jewish Theological Seminary of America score in the top 100 percent of all SAT test takers..  Jewish Theological Seminary of America ranks #10 in the state of New York and #63 in the nation for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1420 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Jewish Theological Seminary of America regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1346 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1346, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 1270, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Jewish Theological Seminary of America is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "considered but not required".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1420 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1417, you have around a 50% chance of being admitted. A 1488 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 66% chance of getting in.

Jewish Theological Seminary of America admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1488 and Above Good >66%
1417 to 1488 Avg + 50%-66%
1346 to 1417 Avg - 34%-50%
1275 to 1346 Reach 22%-34%
Less than 1275 Low <22%
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Jewish Theological Seminary of America ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

32-34 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

39%
ACT Scores for Jewish Theological Seminary of America
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 34
Math 25th Percentile 27
Composite 25th Percentile 32
ACT Scores for Jewish Theological Seminary of America
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 35
Math 75th Percentile 32
Composite 75th Percentile 34
Average ACT Score 33

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Jewish Theological Seminary of America?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Jewish Theological Seminary of America is 33, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 32 and 34.  The school ranks #6 in New York and #40 in the U.S. for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 33. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 32 and score in the score in the top 3 percent nationally.

39 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Jewish Theological Seminary of America.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Jewish Theological Seminary of America is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "considered but not required".

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Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into Jewish Theological Seminary of America for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 33 score has around 50% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 66% with a 34 ACT score.

Jewish Theological Seminary of America admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
34 and Above Good >66%
33 to 34 Avg + 50%-66%
32 to 33 Avg - 34%-50%
31 to 32 Reach 22%-34%
Less than 31 Low <22%
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Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

Jewish Theological Seminary of America admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 66 51 117
Accepted 36 23 59
Acceptance Rate 55% 45% 50%
Enrolled 25 19 44
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 69% 83% 75%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Jewish Theological Seminary of America is $65.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Jewish Theological Seminary of America and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Jewish Theological Seminary of America Application Requirements
Test Scores Considered but not required
High School GPA Considered but not required
High School Class Rank Considered but not required
Completion of College Preparatory Program Required
Recommendations Required
Demonstration of Competencies Considered but not required

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Jewish Theological Seminary of America
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit No
Credit for Life Experiences No

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Jewish Theological Seminary of America is fairly competitive, you have a decent chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.7 GPA, you have a good shot at getting in. An SAT score of 1420 will further improve your application. If you can get a 1488 on the SAT you will have a very good chance on getting in. Additionally a 33 on the ACT places you in a strong position.

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=192040 IPEDS survey data for Jewish Theological Seminary of America.

FAQs

Does Jewish Theological Seminary of America prefer SAT or ACT?

36% of students submit their SAT scores to Jewish Theological Seminary of America. 39% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.

What is my chance of getting into Jewish Theological Seminary of America?

50% of those who apply are granted admission to Jewish Theological Seminary of America. Admission competition is low and the college has exceptional admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.

What SAT score is required for Jewish Theological Seminary of America?

The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 1346 and 1488. The average SAT score is 1417. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.

What ACT score is required for Jewish Theological Seminary of America?

The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 32 and 34. The average ACT score is 33. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.