Jewish Theological Seminary of America

What is the cost of studying for a year at Jewish Theological Seminary of America?

JTS has a high published undergraduate price, but the amount a student pays depends on the degree pathway, housing choice, and financial aid. In IPEDS 2024-25 reporting, full-time undergraduate tuition was $65,232 and required fees were $6,678, with no in-state discount shown.

• Full-time undergraduate tuition and required fees: $71,910 for the reported academic year.
• Typical room and board charges: $18,960 for the reported academic year.
• Reported books and supplies allowance: $500 for the reported academic year.

Those items total $91,370 before transportation, personal expenses, and any other student-specific costs. This is an illustration using figures from the same reporting year, not a current personalized bill or a complete cost-of-attendance budget. Published graduate tuition and fees differ, and students in joint-degree arrangements should review the billing and aid rules for their exact program.

Grants can substantially change the price. IPEDS 2024-25 reporting shows an average undergraduate grant award of $28,311 among recipients and indicates that 62% of students received financial aid. Reported average net price also varies by family income; it is an average after applicable aid, not a quote for an applicant. Students seeking aid should check the FAFSA and any JTS or partner-institution applications, scholarship rules, and deadlines for their degree pathway. Federal loans must be repaid, unlike grants or scholarships.

What are the work-study opportunities at Jewish Theological Seminary of America?

Students seeking paid work should distinguish Federal Work-Study from other campus jobs. Federal Work-Study is need-based financial aid that eligible students earn through an approved job; an award is not cash paid upfront and does not itself guarantee a position.

JTS students should confirm Work-Study eligibility and job listings with the financial aid and student employment offices responsible for their particular program, especially in a joint-degree pathway. Ordinary part-time jobs may have different eligibility and funding rules. Internships and career-center services can provide professional experience but are not necessarily paid employment or part of a Work-Study award.