Thomas Jefferson University
Established in 1825, Thomas Jefferson University (TJU) is a private institution in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is ranked 15th in a ranking of the Best Regional Universities in the North. The university began as a medical school. While the university now offers a wide range of programs in various disciplines, health and sciences are still the primary focus. The School of Nursing opened in 1891. The university also maintains affiliations with many hospitals and healthcare networks, including the Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals. TJU is still a small university, with fewer than 3,000 students enrolled each year.
Six nursing programs are offered at Thomas Jefferson University, including an associate’s degree in nursing program. The BSN options include traditional BSN, RN to BSN, and accelerated BSN. The university also offers an MSN program and a DNP program. The BSN, MSN, and DNP programs are all accredited by the CCNE. The accelerated BSN program includes two different pathways for those who already have a bachelor’s degree in a field other than nursing. With the first pathway, students can earn their BSN in 12 months. With the second pathway, students can complete their BSN program in two years with full-time coursework. For those obtaining an MSN, the university offers eight different specialty tracks.
Institution Overview
| Campus LocaleLarge City |
| Number of Students4,028 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio15:1 |
| Is Admission OpenNo |
| Religious Affiliation - |
| Level4-year |
| TypePrivate |
| Business ModelNot-for-profit |
| On Campus HousingYes |
| Retention Rate- |
Nursing Programs
Nursing Programs Graduates (2017-2018 academic year)
| Number of Graduates | ||
|---|---|---|
| Degree type | Men | Women |
| Master's degree | 14 | 122 |
| Bachelor's degree | 54 | 217 |
| Post-master's certificate | 0 | 4 |
| Doctor's degree - professional practice | 0 | 8 |
Compare Schools
Nursing schools located within 18 miles radius of Thomas Jefferson University
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Drexel University
2 miles away |
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University of Pennsylvania
2 miles away |
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Saint Joseph's University
5 miles away |
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La Salle University
6 miles away |
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Villanova University
12 miles away |
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Holy Family University
12 miles away |
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Widener University
12 miles away |
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Eastern University
13 miles away |
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Neumann University
16 miles away |
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Gwynedd Mercy University
18 miles away |
Accreditations
Institutional Accreditations
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Middle States Commission on Higher Education 01/01/1976 - Current |
Nursing Programs Accreditations
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Nursing (CNURED) - Nursing education programs at the baccalaureate degree levels CCNE 09/29/2001 - Current |
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Nursing (CNURED) - Nursing education programs at the graduate degree levels CCNE 09/29/2001 - Current |
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Nurse Anesthesia (ANEST) - Institutions and programs at the master's degree, post master's certificate or doctoral degree levels COA 01/20/2006 - Current |
Admission
Cost to Attend
The following table details the reported cost of attendance per credit hour for the 2017-2018 academic year.
| Undergrad courses | ||
|---|---|---|
| In District Students | $947/credit | |
| In State Students | $947/credit | |
| Out of State Students | $947/credit | |
| Graduate courses | ||
|---|---|---|
| In District Students | $1,129/credit | |
| In State Students | $1,129/credit | |
| Out of State Students | $1,129/credit | |
Tuition Estimates
Based on the above credit hour costs, here is a sample tuition for different nursing programs.
| Program | Credit Hours | In district | In State | Out of State |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LPN | 45 | $42,615 | $42,615 | $42,615 |
| ADN | 70 | $66,290 | $66,290 | $66,290 |
| BSN | 125 | $118,375 | $118,375 | $118,375 |
| FNP | 50 | $56,450 | $56,450 | $56,450 |
If you attend a private, for-profit school, usually the additional cost (besides tuition) is about 10% of the tuition. If you attend a public school or a not-for-profit private school, the additional cost is around 50% of the tuition.
Financial Aid
Student Population
816
Undergrads
3,212
Graduates
2,798
Women
1,230
Men
72%
Full-time
28%
Par-time
Ethnic Diversity
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White |
63% |
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Asian |
15% |
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Race/ethnicity unknown |
9% |
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Black/African American |
6% |
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Two or more races |
3% |
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Non-resident alien |
2% |
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Hispanic |
2% |
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Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander |
0% |
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Data source: https://nces.ed.gov (2017-2018 colleges survey) and Pennsylvania state board of nursing.
