Applications for

Thomas Jefferson High School for Science & Technology (TJHSST) 

Class of 2025

Open

Monday, February 1, 2021

You are receiving this email because you are enrolled in Algebra I or higher. 

The information below will help you determine if  you meet the other requirements and how to apply.

Am I Eligible to Apply?

• Are you a student in 8th Grade?
• Are you interested in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics)?
• Do you have a Grade Point Average of 3.5 or greater?
• Are you in Algebra I or higher mathematics?
• Check out all the Eligibility Requirements here:
• https://www.fcps.edu/registration/thomas-jefferson-admissions/eligibility-requirements

I Am Eligible to Apply - Now What?

Students should begin the application process which is opening on February 1, 2021 at 8:00 AM (applications must be started by February 24, 2021) 

The application can be found here:

https://www.fcps.edu/registration/thomas-jefferson-high-school-science-and-technology-admissions/tjhsst-freshman

What Happens Next?

Once your application is submitted it will be reviewed to ensure you meet minimum requirements. If you meet the minimum requirements, you will be scheduled to complete the Student Portrait Sheet and STEM Problem-Solving Essay (this will be completed virtually).

More information about the Student Portrait Sheet and the STEM Problem-Solving Essay can be found here:

https://www.fcps.edu/registration/thomas-jefferson-high-school-science-and-technology-admissions/tjhsst-freshman

Calendar for 2020-2021 Freshman Application

TJ Admissions Information Session

Broadcast Launch Date and Time

Friday, January 29, 2021 at 6:00 PM on Channels 25 and 99

Click on the image below to view the YouTube Video of the TJ Admissions Information Session Broadcast

Questions:

Email: TJAdmissions@fcps.edu

Phone:  571-423-3770

TJ Admissions Website