History

Thomas Jefferson University located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States is a private and non-profit university located on 901 Walnut St. The earliest university was the established in 1824 and was later merged with Philadelphia University in the year 2017. The university was started as a medical school and was granted permission to provide medical degrees in 1826 after its expansion. The staff and student body has been expanding ever since with addition of various fields, buildings and courses.&nbsp;

Facts

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	<li>The university is recognised among &ldquo;R2: Doctoral Universities-High Research&rdquo; activity.</li>
	<li>It was granted the right to award baccalaureate degrees in 1942 when the school changed its name to Philadelphia Textile Institute (PTI).&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Jefferson Medical College is the 9th oldest American Medical School existing today.</li>
	<li>A painting called &ldquo;The Gross Clinic&rdquo; by Thomas Eakins depicting a surgery that took place in school was sold by the university for $68 million in January 2007.</li>
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About

On-campus facilities

The university provides residence facilities for students who wish to stay On-campus in the form of various residence halls namely Barringer, Martin and Orlowitz halls. The college also provides sublet service and short-term housing programs. The Barringer and Orlowitz halls are unfurnished and the rent is charged monthly whereas the Martin hall is fully furnished and the rent for the year is divided into 4 payments.

On-campus housing provides various facilities like safety, parking, eateries and fitness and health centers.

Off-campus facilities

USA in present times is housing more than a million international students and there are numerous options available for Off-Campus residence. A student should however explore the various options available earlier to find a place best suited for the student. A variety of residential apartments are available to choose from according to their budget and needs.

Food facilities (Availability of vegetarian/Indian food)

The Dining halls located on campus not only provide a personal menu option for students but also ensure mouthwatering and healthy food freshly made including all the seasonal delicacies. Students can opt for vegetarian, non-vegetarian, vegan or gluten free diet, whichever is needed. The dining services also include catering services for picking or providing food On-campus. Ravenhill Dining halls provides all-you-care-to-eat options and other places for dining are at Common Thread, Common Thread Express, Ted&rsquo;s Place and Tuttleman Caf&eacute;. The students are allowed to cook their own meals or have the option for eating at various eateries and food trucks located on the campus.

Various Indian restaurants located near the campus are Ekta Indian Cuisine, Indian restaurant, Lovash Indian restaurant, Lazeez Indian Cuisine etc.

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Complete an application

Submit your application essay and schedule an interview.

Send your official transcripts

Take one of the standardized tests

Student Clubs

The students at the university can join the clubs already formed at the college or make one on their own. Student Clubs are managed by Office of Student Engagement which provides environment and facilities for a lively experience. The Clubs and Organisations and the contacts needed to join the clubs are provided on University&rsquo;s official website.

Popular majors/top fields of study

Jefferson University offers about 160+ undergraduate and graduate programs and doctorates in 18 schools included in it. The popular fields of study are MBA Innovation, Biotechnology

The university also offers online degrees and certificates in various courses to help students study from anywhere.

Part-time jobs

Students are allowed to work On and Off campus for paid part-time jobs during off-college hours. For a flexible schedule, a student can contact authorities and faculty at the college and manage their schedule to balance work and studies. There are various job opportunities available on and around the campus which can be looked for and applied to online or offline.

 
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Summary

The Thomas Jefferson University has technology-oriented, future focused, student friendly career options and study programs. The various colleges and schools provide education relating to a wide variety of disciplines with study material available offline and online. University is focused on helping and guiding students to build their own future. With 97% of the graduates gaining success in this university, the Jefferson University is one of the finest colleges to learn and grow at.

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Famous professors and links to their public profile

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	<li>David Abraham: Professor of Microbiology and Immunology</li>
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-abraham-83496417

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	<li>Emad Alnemri: Professor of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology</li>
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/emad-alnemri-41885974

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	<li>Marcia Weiss: Program Director and Design Associate Professor</li>
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcia-weiss-03a72155

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	<li>Farai Simoyi: Program Director and Assistant professor in Fashion Design</li>
</ul>

https://www.linkedin.com/in/faraisimoyi

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	<li>David M. Breiner: Associate Dean, CABE and Associate Professor, Architecture</li>
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Available scholarships and application procedure for Scholarships

96% of the undergraduate and 65% of graduate students receive financial aid at the university through various means like loans, grants, scholarships etc. Students can apply for the scholarships at the website while filling out admissions.&nbsp;

The University gives merit scholarships on the basis of admission applications to students. These are adjustable with tuition fees only and doesn&rsquo;t include any other expenses. These scholarships are renewable by maintaining a certain GPA score required for renewal. There are many Athletic scholarships available for students in sports. Some other scholarships can be accessed from official website in scholarships calendar like BigSun Scholarship, Impact Scholarship for black students etc.

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Facilities

The university includes two campuses and a research center. The East Falls campus constitutes classrooms, laboratories, studios, Paul J. Gutman Library, student residences, exhibition gallery, Kanbar Campus Center, Innovative DEC Center, LEED Gold Center for Sustainability, Energy Efficiency and Design and the Gallagher Athletic, Recreation and Convocation Center.

The Downtown campus includes medical offices, the hospital Jefferson Health and the campus for students.

Manayunk Research Center located in a restored textile factory includes the laboratory for Engineered Human Protection and the Engineering and Design Institute.

There are various athletic teams available for students to join.

Campus safety

The Jefferson university keeps safety as a prime objective and aims to cease On-Campus crime. For the same, the university has its Office of Safety and Security at the East Falls which works 24-7 to provide a safe environment for the residents.

A security officer can be contacted any time by dialing 215.951.2999 which is a monitored line to ensure accuracy and fast response.&nbsp;

A 24-hour escort service is also available for On-Campus needs if someone feels unsafe.&nbsp;

The personnel enforce strict disciplinary safety measures and encourage personal as well as community safety. The Department works in coordination with other law agencies to enforce legal safety measures.

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Place description

Philadelphia is a lively city full of exciting ventures and innumerable places to visit. The favourite time of majority in Philadelphia being spring, there are many spots for pleasant picnics available in the city. From historic landmarks to buzzing food markets, the city has a special spot for every individual. With an increasing job market and newer employment opportunities available in the city, it is one of the best places for college students.

Important landmarks/places nearby

Philadelphia is full of interesting places and monuments. A few of the must visit places in the city are Reading Terminal Market, Rivers Casino, Independence Visitor Center, The Liberty Bell Center, Peddler&rsquo;s Village National Historic Park, Longwood Gardens, Philadelphia Museum of Arts etc.

Crime rate

Philadelphia ranks above the national average when it comes to crime consistently. Violent offences are committed often in the city and safety is quite an issue. With rising crimes over the recent years, homicides and rapes have risen more than other crimes. Philadelphia, hence, is a relatively unsafe city where an individual has to take care of his own safety and stay cautious.

Nearby Airports

Hospital Helipad, 401 City Avenue Heliport, WCAU Heliport, Albert Einstein Medical Center Heliport are all located within 5 kms of the campus. 
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Nearby Subways and train stations

Students can use buses to travel to and from the university. Various bus stations available within a km distance of the campus are Midvale Av &amp; Henry Av, Henry Av &amp; School House Ln, Henry Av &amp; Coulter St, Henry AV &amp; Midvale AV etc.

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Internships

The Jefferson University offers various Internship programs to both undergraduate and graduate students. The university believes that an internship provides experience to the students and helps them shape their career. The internships at the college also add up to a student&rsquo;s academic credit which further makes a student more suitable for jobs. A student can apply for internship by visiting the &ldquo;request an experience&rdquo; column on the official website if eligibility criteria for internship is met. The student&rsquo;s profile is then reviewed by Career Service who also plan an interview and then after an approval from faculty and employer, the student will be requested to join.

Types of companies

Marianne Able Career Center is located in the City Center of University which assists students online and offline to provide support for finding various jobs. The student resumes are uploaded online at a job portal and suitable positions are applied for. A student can apply for the desired job. More than 90% of the students find their job placements after 2 years.

Sector

The students after graduating from Jefferson can end up in various jobs like Nursing, Allied Health, Research, Doctors, Engineers, Fashion designers, Lawyer, Pharmacist, Buisness etc.

Profiles

The Career development center of the university arranges various workshops to guide students on how to find a suitable job, build resumes, interview preparations etc. A well&mdash;built profile is a must for achieving career goals and getting good placement.

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The summers in Philadelphia are warm, comfortable and humid with ample amount of sunshine. The winters however, are severely cold, wet and partly cloudy. Winds and cyclones are frequently observed in the area.

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