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To apply, submit an application along with a fee of $50 to Jefferson.

To be considered complete and eligible for review, all supporting materials must be received by the deadline.

Summer 2025
Final DeadlineApril 15, 2025
Fall 2025
Final DeadlineJuly 15, 2025

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. Admission decisions are individualized to the specific attributes of the applicant.

  • Transcripts: Submit official transcripts from all regionally accredited institutions you have attended and/or from which you earned credit. Official transcripts must be sent electronically by the institution to enroll@jefferson.edu or mailed to the address below. Before applying to Jefferson, please review the prerequisites required for admission for this academic program.
  • Personal Statement: Submit a statement of purpose outlining your interest in the program, how the course of study relates to your desired career path, and your academic and job-related experiences that are relevant to the program.
  • Letters of Recommendation: Submit one letter of reference that provides insight into your academic and/or professional competence. References from college or university faculty members or professional sources are accepted. You may request recommendations through your MyJefferson account.
  • Résumé: A current professional résumé is required.
  • Professional License/Certification: Applicants are required to hold a current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) licensure. This will be verified on the NBRC database.

After submitting the application, you will receive instructions on how to submit the supporting application materials listed below through your online MyJefferson account. If you prefer, you may also mail your materials to:

Thomas Jefferson University
Application Document Processing
4201 Henry Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19144

You will receive a MyJefferson identification number via email once you submit your application for admission. Be sure to include your name and MyJefferson ID on all documents that you mail to Jefferson.

Before applying to Jefferson, please review the prerequisites required for admission. Our admissions team is available to assist with questions and to provide guidance on your next steps.

  • Degree Prerequisite: Applicants must hold an associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy from an accredited CoARC program.
  • GPA Requirement: A minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA is recommended.

At Jefferson, we set a high priority on the exchange of ideas, research and education with members of the international community.

I-20 Forms for F-1 student status and DS-2019 for J-1 student status are only available for full-time and on-campus programs. Individuals of other immigration statuses must ensure that their current status permits study in their intended program by its start date and for its entirety.

Transcripts: Students who have taken coursework outside of the United States must submit a course-by-course academic credential evaluation from a National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) member credentialing organization.

English Language Exam Requirement: International applicants for this program may be required to submit results from an English Language Proficiency Exam. Applicants may qualify for an English Language Exam Waiver by meeting the criteria below:

  • Students from countries where English is the official language.
  • Students who studied in the United States for 3 or more years and received a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in the U.S.
Applicants who don't qualify for an exam waiver may satisfy the English Language Proficiency requirement by completing an English Language Program/Courses (ELS Education Services ELS 112 or English Comp I & II with a C or better) or by submitting one of the following:
  • TOEFL: 80 IBT (no sub-score below 20); exam must be taken within the last two years
  • TOEFL Essentials: 8.5 (no sub-score below 8); exam must be taken within the last two years
  • IELTS: 6.5 (no sub-score below 6); exam must be taken within the last two years
  • Duolingo Exam: 115
  • Pearson PTE Academic Exam: 53
  • SAT: 500 Math and Evidence-Based Reading and Writing (EBRW)
  • ACT: 19 English minimum

Technical standards are the fundamental abilities that are required to complete their degree. These standards are determined by the competency, proficiency and/or skill standards set forth by accrediting and professional organizations appropriate to each program and apply to classroom, laboratory and clinical/fieldwork environments. Students are allowed reasonable accommodation.

  • Ability to participate in online classroom learning and exchanges.
  • Sufficient use of the senses of vision, hearing, somatic sensation and motor movement necessary to learn and perform applicable laboratory and clinical procedures.
  • Sufficient cognitive and physical ability to comply with physical, chemical and biohazard precautions. The use of an assistive device(s), program time extensions or other forms of support necessary to accomplish the requirements of the program are allowed. Such accommodation must be requested in a timely manner, and must be documented, reasonable, appropriate and available to Jefferson.

Application Status

We'll be in touch throughout the process with updates regarding your application status. Be sure to add Jefferson.edu as a trusted contact in your email client to ensure that you receive communications from us.

You can check the status of your application at any time on the MyJefferson portal.