The Admissions Committee emphasizes a holistic review process that examines the entirety of an applicant's academic aptitude, motivation, problem-solving skills, leadership potential and life experiences.
- Transcripts: Official high school transcripts are required. Official transcripts may be submitted electronically by your school counselor to enroll@jefferson.edu or sent by postal mail to the address below under Sending Your Materials.
- Letter of Recommendation: Submit one letter of reference that provides insight into your academic competence. A reference from a teacher or counselor is encouraged. You will be prompted to provide recommender information when submitting your application for admission.
- Personal Essay: Submit a writing sample to share more information about yourself. Some programs require applicants to address a specific topic and submit a supplemental essay, so please carefully review the instructions and prompts when submitting your application.
- Portfolio (Optional): Students applying to a Jefferson design program are encouraged, but not required, to submit a portfolio of their creative works.
- Healthcare Experience (Optional): Students applying to certain accelerated or dual degree programs may be encouraged, but not required, to submit a summary of any health-related activities, community service, shadowing or internship hours that you have achieved. Please review the instructions within the application for your program when prompted.
