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Jewish Theological Seminary of America, JTS, was founded by two rabbis, Dr. H. Pereira Mendes and Dr. Sabato Morais, in 1886. The campus is located in New York, New York. JTS, which is the spiritual and academic center of Conservative Judaism, offers both undergraduate and graduate programs of study. Courses are provided through the following academic divisions:
Each of the divisions of Jewish Theological Seminary of America have student governing bodies like the Cantorial School Student Organization, Davidson Student Organization, Graduate Student Organization, List College Student Council, and Rabbinical School Student Organization. JTS also supports religious organizations like the Women's League Seminary Synagogue. In addition, the seminary celebrates various religious events including Shabbat, Yom Kippur, and Rosh Hashanah.
New York, NY is home to Jewish Theological Seminary Of America. New York is a large city. Students select the school partly because it is a Jewish school. Jewish Theological Seminary Of America is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degrees at the school go up to the Doctoral degree.
Students commonly pursue studies in religion and philosophy.
Prospective students are advised that admissions are not open to all; the school selects from among qualified applicants. Three quarters of students in 2007-2008 had SAT verbal scores of at least 620. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 610 and 700.
The school maintains a faculty/student ratio (full-time) which is better than most colleges. Jewish Theological Seminary Of America has a tenure system for senior faculty. The full-time faculty at the school is well-paid, which often goes with faculty quality.
Jewish Theological Seminary Of America has 556 enrolled students (as of 2007-2008).
The school offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges.
More complete details are provided below.
Jewish Theological Seminary Of America
3080 Broadway
New York, NY 10027-4649
General Phone: (212) 678-8000
http://www.jtsa.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Religion and Philosophy | 123 | Jewish studies, rabinnical studies, religious education, religious music |
Number of programs and degrees for Jewish Theological Seminary Of America in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Master's degree | 63 | 3 |
| Bachelor's degree | 32 | 1 |
| First-professional degree | 24 | 1 |
| Doctor's degree | 4 | 2 |
In 2007-2008, Jewish Theological Seminary Of America had a total enrollment of 556 students (293 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 43% |
| Women | 57% |
| Full-Time | 91% |
| Part-Time | 9% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 31% |
| Graduate | 38% |
| First Professional | 31% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 85% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 0% |
| Unknown | 14% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 13% |
| 20-21 | 17% |
| 22-24 | 14% |
| 25-29 | 23% |
| 30-34 | 10% |
| 35-39 | 5% |
| 40-49 | 8% |
| 50-64 | 8% |
| 65+ | 1% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| California | 13% |
| New Jersey | 13% |
| Massachusetts | 11% |
| Connecticut | 11% |
| Pennsylvania | 8% |
| New York | 8% |
| (International Students) | 5% |
| Illinois | 5% |
| Maryland | 5% |
| Florida | 5% |
| Michigan | 3% |
| Texas | 3% |
| Georgia | 3% |
| Maine | 3% |
| Ohio | 3% |
| Virginia | 3% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 100 % |
Jewish Theological Seminary Of America offers campus housing for 299 of its 293 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of New York, New York for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other New York Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 124 | 74 | 60% | 46 | 62% |
| Men | 47 | 29 | 62% | 20 | 69% |
| Women | 77 | 45 | 58% | 26 | 58% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 620 | 720 |
| SAT Math | 610 | 700 |
| SAT Writing | 650 | 750 |
| ACT Verbal | 29 | 34 |
| ACT Math | 27 | 30 |
| ACT Composite | 27 | 32 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | recommended |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 78% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 39% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 15,000 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 15,000 |
| Room and board | $ 11,700 |
| Room charge | $ 9,200 |
| Books and supplies | $ 800 |
| Other expenses | $ 4,000 |
Financial Aid:
Jewish Theological Seminary Of America participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 274000)
Jewish Theological Seminary Of America has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 23 | 6 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 4 | 5 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 13 | 9 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 19 | $124,022 | 3 | $102,532 |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 5 | $82,785 | 4 | $94,007 |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 12 | $75,316 | 10 | $76,003 |
| Lecturer | calendar year | 4 | $69,851 | 3 | $80,470 |
| No academic rank | calendar year | 0 | * | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 40 | $98,838 | 22 | $81,030 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Jewish/Judaic Studies
Rabbinical Studies (MHL/Rav)
Religious Education
Religious/Sacred Music
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Jewish Theological Seminary Of America Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in religion and philosophy (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | |
| Student SAT scores (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 19% | |
| % students 40 years or older (colleges not offering open-admission) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Jewish affiliation Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Student employment services Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching
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