Thomas Jefferson University, dedicated to health sciences, includes Jefferson Medical College, Jefferson College of Graduate Studies, Jefferson College of Health Professions, and Jefferson University Physicians. Jefferson's mission is educating healthcare professionals and discovering knowledge to define the future of clinical care.

HOUSING
Almost 600 people live in Jefferson's two apartment buildings and one traditional residence hall on campus. The on-campus community includes students from all three colleges, as well as some post-doc fellows and medical residents, so it's a good way to develop relationships with students in other academic programs. All three buildings are in the center of campus, so residents are always close to classes, the library and the hospital. For those who prefer to live off-campus, the Housing Office maintains postings of apartments and houses for rent in the neighborhood.

ACTIVITIES
Jefferson's 96 student organizations range in topic from arts appreciation to service societies, and ethnic groups to university-wide social activities. The Activities Office sponsors favorite annual events such as the Taste of the Neighborhood, Etiquette Dinner, Movie Nights and Spring Fling. See a complete listing of student organizations here.

SPORTS
While Jefferson does not have any intercollegiate sports teams, club and intramural sports are popular on campus. Team sports include football, karate, soccer, ultimate frisbee, volleyball, water polo, basketball and softball. And for the solo player, tournaments are held in squash and racquetball.

PROGRAMS OF STUDY
JEFFERSON COLLEGE OF GRADUATE STUDIES:

PhD: Biochemistry & Molecular Biology, Genetics, Immunology & Microbial Pathogenesis, Joint Ph.D. Programs, Molecular Cell Biology, Mloecular Pharmacology & Structural Biology, Neuroscience, Physiology, Tissue Engineering & Regenerative Medicine.

MD/PhD, Post-doctoral

BASIC SCIENCES (MS): Biomedical Chemistry, Developmental Biology & Teratology, Microbiology, Pharmacology

PUBLIC HEALTH: Master's in Public Health

GRADUATE CERTIFICATE : Clinical Research/Trials, Public Health/Health Systems Research, Research Management

JEFFERSON COLLEGE OF HEALTH PROFESSIONS

BIOSCIENCE TECHNOLOGIES - Biotechnology, cytotechnology, medical technology (BS, post-baccalaureate certificate, MS)

NURSING (ASN, BSN, RN-BSN, MSN, Accelerated BSN and MSN)

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY (EMOT and MSOT)

PHYSICAL THERAPY (DPT)

RADIOLOGIC SCIENCES (BS and MS)

JEFFERSON MEDICAL COLLEGE

MD, MD/MBA in Health Administration (in partnership with Widener University)



VISIT INFORMATION

Visiting hours and programs vary between Jefferson's three colleges. Please contact the admissions offices directly for visiting information (contact information listed above).


DIRECTIONS TO JEFFERSON
The Jefferson Campus is bound by 8th and 11th Streets and Chestnut and Locust Streets, in Center City Philadelphia. These directions will take you to the center of campus. Please consult the campus map for specific building locations.

By Public Transportation
Jefferson is within easy walking distance of all of Philadelphia's major rail lines, as well as several bus routes. To reach Jefferson via the:

Market-Frankford (Blue) Line: Take any train to 11th street Station at 11th and Market Streets. Walk 1 block south on 11th Street to the Jefferson Campus at 11th and Chestnut Streets.

Broad Street Subway (Orange Line): Take any local or express train to Walnut-Locust Station. Exit towards Locust Street. Walk 3 blocks east on Locust to Jefferson's campus at 11th and Locust Streets.

PATCO Highspeed Line (from New Jersey): Take any train to 10th and Locust Station. Follow exit signs for 10th Street. This is the corner of Jefferson's campus.

Regional Rail Lines/Airport Line: Take any regional rail line to Market East Station at 11th and Market Streets. Walk 1 block down 11th Street to the Jefferson Campus at 11th and Chestnut Streets.

By Car

From the Betsy Ross Bridge and points Northeast of Philadelphia
o Follow I-95 south to Exit 22 (Central Philadelphia).
o At the end of the ramp, turn right onto Callowhill Street.
o Continue on Callowhill Street to 10th Street.
o Turn left onto 10th Street and continue to the Jefferson campus.

From points North and West of Philadelphia
o Take Exit 326 (old exit 24) (Valley Forge) from Pennsylvania Turnpike.
o Take Rt. 76 East and follow signs for Exit 344 (Central Phila/676 East).
o Take Exit 344 to Vine Street and follow Vine Street to 10th Street.
o Turn right onto 10th Street and continue to the Jefferson campus.

From Route 309
o Take Route 309 South to the end of the expressway.
o Turn right onto Rt. 611 South (Broad Street).
o Continue on Broad Street (approximately six miles) to Vine Street.
o Turn left onto Vine Street and follow to 10th Street.
o Turn right onto 10th Street and continue to the Jefferson campus.

From Delaware and points south of Philadelphia
o Take Rt. I-95 North to Exit 22 (Central Philadelphia).
o From the exit, stay in the left lanes and follow signs to Callowhill Street.
o Once on Callowhill Street, stay in the middle lane and continue to 10th Street.
o Turn left onto 10th Street and continue to the Jefferson campus.

From the Main Line
o Take Rt. 476 North to 76 East and follow signs for Exit 344 (Central Phila/676 East).
o Take Exit 344 to Vine Street and follow Vine Street to 10th Street.
o Turn right onto 10th Street and continue to the Jefferson campus.

From New Jersey via the Walt Whitman Bridge
o Cross the Walt Whitman Bridge. After the toll booth, take I-95 North to Exit 22 (Central Philadelphia).
o From the exit, stay in the left lanes and follow signs to Callowhill Street.
o Once on Callowhill Street, stay in the middle lanes and continue to 10th Street.
o Turn left onto 10th Street and continue to the Jefferson campus.

From New Jersey via the Ben Franklin Bridge
o Cross the Ben Franklin Bridge. After the toll booth, stay in the middle lane directing you to 8th Street.
o Turn left onto 8th Street to Arch Street.
o Turn right onto Arch Street to 10th Street.
o Turn left onto 10th Street and continue to the Jefferson campus.

From the New Jersey Turnpike
o Take Exit 4 (Rt. 73 North) from the New Jersey Turnpike.
o Follow Rt. 73 North to Rt. 38 West.
o Continue on Rt. 38 West (follow signs for Ben Franklin Bridge) to the Admiral Wilson Boulevard and the bridge.
o Cross the Ben Franklin Bridge and follow directions immediately above.