Cost Details
- In-State Tuition
- $65,545
- Out-of-State Tuition
- $65,545
- Average Net Price
- $29,744
- Students Receiving Financial Aid
- 5.4%
- Room & Board (On Campus)
- $18,400
- Books & Supplies
- $500
- Total Cost of Attendance
- $84,445
- Students Taking Federal Loans
- 16.8%
- Pell Grant Recipients
- 5.4%
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual net price after grants and scholarships. Source: U.S. Department of Education
| Family Income | Average Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0 – $30,000 | $18,385 |
| $48,001 – $75,000 | $26,934 |
| $110,001+ | $36,829 |
Cost Estimator
Cost Overview
Most families pay far less than the $84,445 sticker price at Jewish Theological Seminary. The average net price drops to $29,744, meaning the typical student saves about $55,000 per year through aid. Families earning under $30,000 pay just $18,385 annually, while those making over $110,000 still get help and pay $36,829. Over four years, that ranges from about $74,000 to $147,000 total.
Only 5.37% of students receive federal Pell Grants, suggesting most come from middle to upper-middle class families who can afford the remaining costs. The 8:1 student-faculty ratio and specialized rabbinical training justify the premium pricing. With graduates earning a median of $92,751 ten years out, the investment typically pays off for those entering Jewish religious leadership. Students from lower-income families get the best financial deal, though few qualify for the maximum aid.
Only 5.37% of students receive federal Pell Grants, suggesting most come from middle to upper-middle class families who can afford the remaining costs. The 8:1 student-faculty ratio and specialized rabbinical training justify the premium pricing. With graduates earning a median of $92,751 ten years out, the investment typically pays off for those entering Jewish religious leadership. Students from lower-income families get the best financial deal, though few qualify for the maximum aid.
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