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Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology, Alexandria, VA

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Founded1985
Websitehttps://tjhsst.fcps.edu
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Address6560 Braddock Road, Alexandria, VA 22312

Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology, Alexandria, VA

Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology (TJHSST or 'TJ') is a public magnet high school in Fairfax County, Virginia, founded in 1985. It consistently ranks among the top public high schools in the United States and emphasizes STEM research and coursework.

Key Facts about Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology

Founded: 1985
Type: Public magnet high school (Fairfax County Public Schools)
Location: Alexandria, Virginia
Focus: science, technology, engineering and mathematics
Serves students from multiple Northern Virginia school districts

Academics and Programs at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology

Student-designed research labs in fields such as biotechnology, robotics and computer systems
Advanced Placement and postgraduate-level STEM coursework
Nationally competitive robotics, computer science and math teams
Mentorship partnerships with regional research institutions and universities

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Admissions

TJHSST uses a holistic admissions process for rising ninth graders that considers coursework, a Student Portrait Sheet, and a problem-solving essay, following the elimination of a standardized admissions test in 2021.

ApplicationHolistic review (no standardized test since 2021)

EligibilityResidents of participating Northern Virginia school divisions

Application feeNone

Grades served9-12

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Applicants complete a Student Portrait Sheet describing problem-solving experience
A minimum unweighted GPA and specific coursework prerequisites apply
Admission decisions also consider a experience factors questionnaire

Dates, fees and criteria change every session. Always confirm them on the official admissions page before applying.

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