Thomas Jefferson High School
Thomas Jefferson High School Fall Admissions Cycle
Monday, October 25th: Application window opens up at 4:00pm
Friday, November 19th: Application window closes at 4:00pm
Saturday, January 29th: SIS/Essay Writing Administration at 8:00am
Saturday, February 5th: Inclement weather date for SIS/Essay Writing
Friday, April 29th: Final notifications released on or before
Application Requirements
Students AND parents must complete their designated applications in the portal
TJ Liaison Counselor (Mrs. O'Brien) will verify current math course
Thomas Jefferson High School Admissions Criteria
All Applicants
Complete the Student Portrait Sheet
Problem-Solving Essay (may include Math and/or Science)
GPA
New Requirements
Enrolled in both math and science honors courses
Must be taking Algebra 1 or higher in 8th grade (not a new requirement) Algebra 1 will count as the honors level course
Enrolled in one additional honors course
At the completion of 7th grade, students must have a GPA of 3.5 or higher