TJ Admissions 2025–26 Calendar: Key Dates to Remember

If you are considering applying to Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology (TJHSST) for the 2025–26 academic year to enter as a freshman(TJ Class of 2030), it is crucial to keep track of the important dates in the admissions process. Below is the comprehensive timeline for your application journey:

Mon, Oct 20

Applications Available – 4:00 pm

The application process officially opens, and prospective students can begin filling out their applications.

Pro tip: Think of this application as more of a “registration form.” This form merely checks to ensure that the student has hit the minimum basic requirements to sit for the test in January.

Wed, Nov 12

Last Day to Begin Application – 4:00 pm

This is the final day to start your application. Ensure you have initiated the process by this date.

Fri, Nov 14

Application Submission Deadline – 4:00 pm

All application materials, including accommodation and alternate test day requests, must be submitted by this deadline.

Wed, Dec 10

Notification to Applicants Who Do Not Meet Minimum Honors and GPA – 6:00 pm

Applicants who do not meet the minimum GPA and Honors requirements will be notified by this date.

Sat, Jan 24

SPS (Student Portrait Sheet) /PSE (Math Science Problem-Solving Essay) Writing Administration

Students will participate in the Student Portrait Sheet (SPS) and Math Science Problem Solving Essay (PSE) writing administration.

Sat, Feb 21

Inclement Weather Date for January 24

This is the backup date in case of inclement weather on the original SPS/Essay writing administration day.

Wed, Feb 4

Accommodations and Alternate Test Day Requests

This is the designated day for students with approved accommodations or alternate test day requests to complete their SPS/PSE writing administration.

Wed, Feb 11

Inclement Weather Date for February 4

Backup date in case of inclement weather on the accommodations/alternate test day.

Wed, April 30

Final Notifications Released on or Before (Per Regulation)

Applicants will receive their final admission decisions by this date.

Note: Dates on the calendar above may be subject to change. "Additional changes for 2025–26 will be made in mid-July." Please check the TJ Admissions site regularly for the latest updates.

Keep this calendar handy and ensure you adhere to all deadlines to successfully navigate the TJHSST admissions process. Good luck to all prospective applicants!