Thomas Jefferson University

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Thomas Jefferson University has earned recognition from Abound as one of its Best Colleges for Adults. The school enrolls a mix of full- and part-time students and demonstrates an emphasis on student persistence through measurable retention and completion outcomes.

Overview

School Type

Website: www.jefferson.edu

Accessibility

  • Distance education:Yes
  • Online degrees:Yes
  • Career services:Yes
  • Weekend/Evening classes:Yes
  • Credit for life experiences:Yes
  • On-Campus day care:Yes

Demographics

Part-time students
345 undergrads
  • Full-time undergrad students:3,363
  • Undergrad students over 25 years old:697
  • Pell Grant students:1,277
  • Online and distance education undergrad students:353
  • Part-time students
    9%
  • Students over 25 years old
    19%

Cost

In-district per-credit-hour charge for part-time students
$1,396
Average net price for students awarded grant/aid
$29,097
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Online & Distance Programs

Bachelor's degrees offered

  • Communication Journalism and Related Programs(2)
  • Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services(1)
  • Engineering Technologies and Engineering-related Fields(1)
  • Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies(1)
  • Psychology(1)

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  • Homeland Security Law Enforcement Firefighting and Related Protective Service(1)
  • Construction Trades(1)
  • Health Professions and Related Programs(3)
  • Business Management Marketing and Related Support Services(3)
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Outcomes

  • Retention rate for part-time students:100%
  • Graduation rate for part-time students:21%

Military & Veteran

Number of undergraduate students receiving Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits
31 students
  • Credit for military training:Yes
  • Dedicated staff member:Yes
  • Student veteran organization:No
  • Yellow Ribbon Program member:Yes
  • Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges member:Yes
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