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University Rankings Jefferson Climbs in 2026 U.S. News & World Report Rankings
Thomas Jefferson University has jumped several spots in the latest U.S. News & World Report 2026 Best Colleges rankings — four places in the overall national universities category and 26 spots in the social mobility category. “We have many success stories to tell,” says University President Dr. Susan Aldridge. “The rankings validate the success we’ve had in the past year, including our record enrollment, national recognition for our research and new academic programs.”
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Jefferson's First Alma Mater Jefferson Alum Pens University Alma Mater
“Jefferson, How We Adore Thee” is at once a bit of history the story of perseverence of its author, Elizabeth Avril Barden. "It’s about leaving a legacy," Barden says. "The best thing someone could have done was recommend that I attend Jefferson after community college. I earned my degree in a year and graduated at age 31 with four kids. That seemed impossible. The alma mater is a gift to Jefferson because Jefferson gave me a gift."
New Programs Four Innovative Programs Launched
At the intersection of Artificial Intelligence, Health Data Analytics and Business Analytics, these programs — MS in Business Analytics, MS in Data Analytics, MS in Computational Biology & Medicine and Artificial Intelligence in Health Analytics Leadership Advanced Practice Certificate — aim to equip students with critical skills in an evolving job market.
University News Jefferson's Ethical AI Education Initiative
As part of our strategic vision, the University is upgrading its curriculum to embed ethical AI use into every college and nearly every academic program.
Jefferson Research SKMC Launches Center to Accelerate Patient Care Discoveries
Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University has established the Clinical and Translational Sciences Center (CTSC) to speed the translation of scientific discoveries into life-changing treatments and healthcare innovations.
Kanbar College of Design, Engineering & Commerce Students Build for Financial Futures
Through the JeffInvest club, participants gain confidence with money and prepare for careers in finance and beyond. “We meet every week and start by talking about what’s going on in the markets and the economy,” says Raina Kalpesh Mehta, Finance major and co-president.
College of Rehabilitation Sciences Smarter Rehab After Surgery and Injury
Jefferson physical therapy researcher Christopher Keating is investigating new ways to ease pain, rebuild strength and take the guesswork out of recovery
What's New Fashion Students’ Collections Shine at New York Fashion Week
Two Jefferson fashion design students were invited to showcase their work at the Designers’ Premier show as part of New York Fashion Week in February.
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Two Centuries and Counting Redefine Possible
Asking tough questions isn’t enough—we need to answer them. Focusing on our craft to drive progress and growth in architecture, business, design, engineering, fashion & textiles, health, medicine, nursing, science and social science, we find innovative solutions and redefine possible.