At Thomas Jefferson University, students in the Law & Society program explore the intersection of law, policy and human experience. Hear from our students — Kristopher Giangreco, Kalomira Simatos, Miana Muniz and Isabelle Whitten — as they reflect on the close-knit community, global perspectives and mentorship that shape their paths forward.
Redefine Possible
Innovation in Education for a Rapidly Evolving World
Our cross-disciplinary approach to education equips graduates to tackle real-world challenges with creative solutions, while providing the practical skills and industry connections that lead to meaningful careers. From hands-on learning to cutting-edge research across more than 200 academic programs, we ensure our students are ready to excel in the workplace and shape the future of work and society.
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Law & Society at Jefferson
This is Thomas Jefferson University
"We are committed to reimagining higher education and providing every student with unparalleled value. We are a national research doctoral university, home to more than 200 undergraduate and graduate programs. ... We are preparing our students to lead in careers and industries that have yet to be invented."
Facts & Figures
of undergraduates reporting are employed, enrolled in a graduate program or taking a gap year. (First Destination Report)
Students across 10 colleges
Alumni making an impact worldwide
Undergraduate Student-to-Faculty Ratio
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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.
Jefferson Advantage
Learn more about how we redefine possible, hands-on immersion through interprofessional education, our Nexus Learning™ curriculum that connects disciplines, establishes creative, collaborative, real-world learning environments for our students, and infuses all that we do with the liberal arts.
Life at Jefferson
Learn more about our residential campuses in and around the Philadelphia area, men’s and women’s varsity teams, intramural and athletic clubs, activities, state-of-the-art facilities, housing and dining, community service opportunities and more.
Take a Virtual Tour
Experience an immersive virtual tour of our East Falls Campus — including inside looks at labs, campus academic buildings, program-specific videos, athletic fields and more. You can also view interactive maps of our East Falls and Center City campus building locations.
Areas of Interest at Jefferson
Our core programs—or Areas of Interest—drive students beyond the traditional limits of academics to inspire change and test just how far we can take what we know.