MS in Sustainable Design

Thomas Jefferson University (United States) · 4201 Henry Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19144, United States

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Thomas Jefferson University is a private research university in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Established in its earliest form in 1824, the university officially combined with Philadelphia University in 2017. The university is named for U.S. Founding Father and president Thomas Jefferson. It is classified among "R2: Doctoral Universities – High research activity".

Thomas Jefferson University was founded in 1824 and merged with another university located in the same city, Philadelphia University, in 2017. Philadelphia University was originally known as Philadelphia Textile School when it was founded in 1884, and then Philadelphia Textile Institute for 20 years (1942–1961), Philadelphia College of Textiles & Science for 38 years (1962–1999), and Philadelphia University for 18 years (1999–2017), its final name before merger with Thomas Jefferson University

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Institute

College of Architecture & the Built Environment

Degree

Duration

1.5 years

STEM Designated

Yes

Program

Sustainable Design

Expense

Living Expenses

USD 15700

Tuition Fee (Domestic)

USD 18300

Tuition Fee (International)

USD 18300

Eligibility

Minimum/ Avg Score

TOEFL

IELTS

6.5

PTE

Undergrad GPA

Duolingo

115

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Deadlines:

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Intake Deadline 1

01 Aug, 2025

(August-2025)

Intake Deadline 2

01 Feb, 2026

(August-2026)

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Document Required:

Credential Evaluation

Common Document

Students who have taken coursework outside of the United States should submit a course-by-course academic credential evaluation from a National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) member credentialing organization.

Degree Certificate

Common Document

Applicants are required to hold a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution or equivalent upon evaluation of international transcripts prior to the start of the program.

Degree Transcript

Common Document

Applicants are required to submit an official transcript for their highest earned degree. .

Letter of Recommendation (LOR)

University Specific

Submit two letters of reference that provide insight into your academic and/or professional competence. References from college or university faculty members or professional sources are accepted. Students applying to the MSSD/BRICK Partnership Program must submit one letter of recommendation from a representative from BRICK University.

Personal Statement

University Specific

Submit a statement of purpose outlining your interest in the program, how the course of study relates to your desired career path, and your academic and job-related experiences that are relevant to the program.

Portfolio

University Specific

A portfolio is required for students applying for the MS in Sustainable Design Program from the architecture or design disciplines. This should include creative and/or professional work in architecture, interior design and/or the visual arts. Applicants with an undergraduate degree from a non-design discipline such as engineering or business can apply with a resume only.

Resume

Common Document

A current professional résumé is required.

Test Score Report

Common Document

TOEFL/IELTS/PTE/Duolingo

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FAQs

The tuition fee for both domestic and international students for the MS in Sustainable Design at Thomas Jefferson University is $48,000.
The next available intake for the MS in Sustainable Design at Thomas Jefferson University is in August 2025.
To apply for the MS in Sustainable Design at Thomas Jefferson University, you need to submit a Test Score Report, Degree Transcript, Personal Statement, Letter of Recommendation (LOR), Resume, Degree Certificate, Portfolio, and Credential Evaluation.
For the MS in Sustainable Design at Thomas Jefferson University, the English proficiency requirements are TOEFL score of 80 and higher, IELTS score of 6.5 and higher, PTE score of 53 and higher, or Duolingo score of 115 and higher.
The median undergraduate GPA for applicants to the MS in Sustainable Design at Thomas Jefferson University is 3.
Yes, a portfolio is required as part of the application for the MS in Sustainable Design at Thomas Jefferson University.
International students need to submit the same documents as domestic students for the MS in Sustainable Design at Thomas Jefferson University, including a Test Score Report, Degree Transcript, Personal Statement, Letter of Recommendation, Resume, Degree Certificate, Portfolio, and Credential Evaluation.
The application process for the MS in Sustainable Design at Thomas Jefferson University involves submitting the required documents, meeting the English proficiency requirements, and ensuring your undergraduate GPA is within the median range of 3.

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