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Thomas Jefferson University
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania · Private non-profit university · Training programs available:
Address: 1020 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107 · Phone: (215) 955-6000 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Thomas Jefferson University is a private non-profit school in Philadelphia, PA offering medical billing & coding programs, accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education among others.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, graduates of Thomas Jefferson University carry a median debt of $14,744 and earn a median of $77,449 ten years after entry; the campus's own completion rate versus the Pennsylvania state average of 66.2% is not reported.
Cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; Thomas Jefferson University does participate in federal financial aid (Title IV), and about 37.5% of its students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical records specialists | $37,490 | $46,840 | $60,510 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Pennsylvania (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Thomas Jefferson University is a private non-profit university in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The campus participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), and its academic units carry accreditation from bodies including the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education, and others covering nursing, dental, and allied health fields. Within its broader offerings, the campus awards a small number of trade-oriented credentials, with medical billing & coding programs (4 completers) being the program family tracked for this listing.
Federal Scorecard data shows a state average completion rate of 66.2% for comparable programs in Pennsylvania, though this campus's own completion rate and how it compares to the state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. Graduates who completed programs here carry a median debt of $14,744, and median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $77,449. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 37.5% of students receive Pell Grants, reflecting the share of lower-income students enrolled.
Given the small number of completers (4) in the medical billing & coding program family relative to a total undergraduate enrollment of 3,755, this campus likely serves as a large multi-program university rather than a dedicated trade school, so career changers interested specifically in short-term trade credentials should verify program structure directly with the school. Anyone considering this path should confirm current accreditation status with the listed accreditors and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for the most current outcome figures before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
This campus is tracked in federal data for medical billing & coding programs, with 4 completers reported. Contact the school directly for a full list of its broader academic offerings.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited, with recognized accreditors including the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education, and several other discipline-specific bodies. Accreditation status is listed as "Accredited."
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs. About 37.5% of its students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The campus's own completion rate is not reported for this campus in federal data. The Pennsylvania state average completion rate is 66.2%, but a direct comparison is not reported.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $14,744, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $77,449.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school for current tuition.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private non-profit institution, which typically means it is mission-driven rather than shareholder-driven, though tuition and aid vary by school regardless of control type.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the data provided; contact the school at (215) 955-6000 or via https://www.jefferson.edu/ for specifics.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation with the listed accreditors and review verified outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?216366.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Program length and schedule details needed to assess career-changer fit are not reported in this data; reach out to the school directly to discuss format and scheduling.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported in this data; check with the school or relevant state licensing board for the medical billing & coding field.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Thomas Jefferson University at (215) 955-6000 or through its website, https://www.jefferson.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data against other nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; consult the College Scorecard to compare institutions directly.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.