Jewish Theological Seminary of America
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Jewish Theological Seminary of America

Jewish Theological Seminary of America

Tradition and Innovation in Jewish Learning

3080 Broadway, New York, NY 10027, USA

About Jewish Theological Seminary of America

The Jewish Theological Seminary (JTS) is a center for Conservative Judaism, offering academic programs that integrate rigorous scholarship with a commitment to strengthening Jewish tradition, lives, and communities. JTS provides comprehensive, in-depth academic instruction and professional training through various schools and programs. These include List College (undergraduate programs in partnership with Columbia University and Barnard College), The William Davidson School (master's and doctoral programs for Jewish educators), The Rabbinical School, The Gershon Kekst Graduate School (advanced Jewish Studies), H.L. Miller Cantorial School, and an MFA in Creative Writing. The institution focuses on text study, the history of Jewish experience, and preparing leaders for various Jewish professional fields.
Program NameDetails
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Jewish Studies
Bachelor

The List College awards a B.A. in Jewish Studies, completed alongside a second B.A. from Columbia University or Barnard College. This JTS-specific B.A. emphasizes Judaic studies and requires a minimum of 82 credits, including 37 credits in a mandatory core curriculum focused on Jewish history, literature, thought, Bible, Rabbinic literatures and cultures, and Hebrew language.

4 Years
English
Check Columbia University or Barnard College for tuition details, as it's a dual degree program.
Deadline: Applications are accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis after January 1. Priority deadline is March 1 and regular deadline is May 1.
Master of Arts (MA)
Master

The Gershon Kekst Graduate School offers an MA with courses grounding students in text study and the history of the Jewish experience. Electives are innovative in topic, design, and theoretical perspective.

Varies
English
Not specified.
Deadline: Applications are accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis after January 1. Priority deadline is March 1 and regular deadline is May 1.
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
PhD

The Gershon Kekst Graduate School offers a Ph.D. in advanced Jewish Studies. The school provides 4 areas for doctoral students.

Varies
English
Not specified.
Deadline: Applications are accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis after January 1.
Doctor of Hebrew Letters (DHL)
DHL

The graduate school offers the degree of Doctor of Hebrew Letters (DHL) in advanced Jewish studies.

Varies
English
Not specified.
Deadline: Applications are accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis after January 1.

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Accreditations & Affiliations
JTS is an accredited college/university (based on the mention of applicants needing a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution to pursue graduate studies at JTS, and the range of its programs). However, no specific accreditation for an architecture program is available, as none exist.
Admissions
Deadlines
Master's Degree (MA Priority Admission): March 1 (application deadline), May 1 (notification), June 1 (applicant reply). Master's Degree (MA Regular Admission): May 1 (application deadline), Rolling (notification), Rolling (applicant reply). Applications for graduate school are accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis after January 1.
Requirements
Applicants to the Graduate School must possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and present evidence of the ability to pursue studies at the graduate level. Required documents include a completed online application (short biography, educational history, personal statement, names of three recommenders), official transcripts from all postsecondary studies, a completed Hebrew placement exam (provided by JTS), three letters of recommendation (two academic), and a current academic writing sample.

Jewish Theological Seminary of America Academic FAQ

Jewish Theological Seminary of America is Tradition and Innovation in Jewish Learning

Applicants are typically required to submit: Applicants to the Graduate School must possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and present evidence of the ability to pursue studies at the graduate level. Required docume....

Jewish Theological Seminary of America provides a comprehensive curriculum including: Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Jewish Studies, Master of Arts (MA), Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Doctor of Hebrew Letters (DHL).

Jewish Theological Seminary of America is situated in New York, United States, offering a vibrant context for architectural study.

Yes, Jewish Theological Seminary of America holds accreditations from: JTS is an accredited college/university (based on the mention of applicants needing a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution to pursue graduate studies at JTS, and the range of its programs). However, no specific accreditation for an architecture program is available, as none exist..