TJ Admission Prep
TJHSST had announced a new admissions policy from the class of 2027 (2022/23 Freshman Round). Two key components are a “student portrait sheet” and a "problem-solving essay".
TJHSST Admission Eligibility Requirements:
- New Requirements : Enrolled in both math and science honors courses. Enrolled in one additional honors course or identified as a Young Scholar*. (*Information regarding potential waivers will be forthcoming.)
- Math Requirements: Applicants to the freshman class at TJHSST must be taking a full-year of Honors Algebra 1 for high school credit or a higher level math course in grade 8 to apply to TJHSST. Algebra 1, Part A does not satisfy the math prerequisite for freshman application. Your school must verify the math course you are enrolled in for grade 8 on the application form.
- Grade Point Average (GPA): All applicants to TJHSST, at the completion of 7th grade, must have a GPA of 3.5 or higher in order to be eligible to apply.
Dates To Remember (2024-2025 Freshman Round)
- Monday, October 21: Applications Available - 4:00 pm
- Wednesday, November 13:Last Day to Begin Application - 4:00 pm
(including Accommodation & Alternate Test Day requests) - Friday, November 15:Application Deadline - 4:00 pm
- Wednesday, December 11: Notification to Applicants who do not meet minimum Honors and GPA - 6:00pm
- Saturday, February 8: SPS/Essay Writing Administration
- Saturday, February 22: Inclement Weather Date for February 8
- Friday, February 14: Accommodations, Make-Up SPS/Essay Writing Administration
- Friday, February 27: Inclement Weather Date for February 14
- Wednesday, April 30: Final Notifications Released on or Before (Per Regulation)
* Dates on calendar above may be subject to change
Click here for "Steps to Complete the Application"
TJHSST Freshman Application Key Components:
Students will be evaluated on their grade point average (GPA); a portrait sheet where they will be asked to demonstrate Portrait of a Graduate attributes and 21st centaury skills; a problem-solving essay; and experience factors.
- Complete the Student Portrait Sheet: Students will demonstrate Portrait of a Graduate attributes and 21st Century Skills.
- Problem-Solving Essay: May include math and/or science, but will most likely be a test mainly of the students’ ability to organize and communicate conclusions about a complex topic.
☞ Applicants will compose and complete the student portrait sheets and problem-solving essay themselves, but we can help the student to:
Skill Focus
- Understand what TJHSST wants
- Write effective essays
- Manage their time
Student Portrait Sheet
- Brainstorm and explain accomplishment
- Think of activities and skills
- Develop their personal statements
Problem-solving essay
- Improve problem solving skills and scientific literacy
- Learn to organize a many step explanation effectively
- Practice technical writing to communicate the complex ideas
- Master essay planning
- Editing
Top 1% "Experienced and Highly Qualified" TJ Admission Essay Tutor
- Alexandra Nguyen — University of Virginia, National Merit Scholarship Finalist
- Anna Durden — TJ Graduate, College of William & Mary
2025 TJ Admission Prep Group Fall Course
TJHSST had announced a new admissions policy from the class of 2027 (2022/23 Freshman Round). Two key components are a “student portrait sheet” and a "problem-solving essay".
TJHSST Admission Eligibility Requirements:
- New Requirements : Enrolled in both math and science honors courses. Enrolled in one additional honors course or identified as a Young Scholar*. (*Information regarding potential waivers will be forthcoming.)
- Math Requirements: Applicants to the freshman class at TJHSST must be taking a full-year of Honors Algebra 1 for high school credit or a higher level math course in grade 8 to apply to TJHSST. Algebra 1, Part A does not satisfy the math prerequisite for freshman application. Your school must verify the math course you are enrolled in for grade 8 on the application form.
- Grade Point Average (GPA): All applicants to TJHSST, at the completion of 7th grade, must have a GPA of 3.5 or higher in order to be eligible to apply.
TJHSST Freshman Application Key Components:
Students will be evaluated on their grade point average (GPA); a portrait sheet where they will be asked to demonstrate Portrait of a Graduate attributes and 21st centaury skills; a problem-solving essay; and experience factors.
- Complete the Student Portrait Sheet: Students will demonstrate Portrait of a Graduate attributes and 21st Century Skills.
- Problem-Solving Essay: May include math and/or science, but will most likely be a test mainly of the students’ ability to organize and communicate conclusions about a complex topic.
☞ Applicants will compose and complete the student portrait sheets and problem-solving essay themselves, but we can help the student to:
Skill Focus
- Understand what TJHSST wants
- Write effective essays
- Manage their time
Student Portrait Sheet
- Brainstorm and explain accomplishment
- Think of activities and skills
- Develop their personal statements
Problem-solving essay
- Improve problem solving skills and scientific literacy
- Learn to organize a many step explanation effectively
- Practice technical writing to communicate the complex ideas
- Master essay planning
- Editing
See below for our full list of courses, offered at our Fairfax and McLean facilities. All classes are capped at 6 students to allow individualized attention.
"2025 TJ Admission Prep Group Fall Course Schedules"
| Fairfax Branch | Class # | McLean Branch | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day | Date | Time | Day | Date | Time | |
| Sat | Sept. 6 | 1:00pm - 3:00pm | 1 | Sun | Sept. 7 | 1:00pm - 3:00pm |
| Sat | Sept. 13 | 1:00pm - 3:00pm | 2 | Sun | Sept. 14 | 1:00pm - 3:00pm |
| Sat | Sept. 20 | 1:00pm - 3:00pm | 3 | Sun | Sept. 21 | 1:00pm - 3:00pm |
| Sat | Sept. 27 | 1:00pm - 3:00pm | 4 | Sun | Sept. 28 | 1:00pm - 3:00pm |
| Sat | Oct. 4 | 1:00pm - 3:00pm | 5 | Sun | Oct. 5 | 1:00pm - 3:00pm |
| Sat | Oct. 11 | 1:00pm - 3:00pm | 6 | Sun | Oct. 12 | 1:00pm - 3:00pm |
| Sat | Oct. 18 | 1:00pm - 3:00pm | 7 | Sun | Oct. 19 | 1:00pm - 3:00pm |
| Sat | Oct. 25 | 1:00pm - 3:00pm | 8 | Sun | Oct. 26 | 1:00pm - 3:00pm |
| Sat | Nov. 1 | 1:00pm - 3:00pm | 9 | Sun | Nov. 2 | 1:00pm - 3:00pm |
| Sat | Nov. 8 | 1:00pm - 3:00pm | 10 | Sun | Nov. 9 | 1:00pm - 3:00pm |
Top 1% "Experienced and Highly Qualified" TJ Admission Essay Tutor
- Alexandra Nguyen — University of Virginia, National Merit Scholarship Finalist
- Anna Durden — TJ Graduate, College of William & Mary
Early Bird Tuition: Register by August 6, 2025 for a tuition discount of 10%.
Tuition: $1,300 ⇒ $1,170 
Apply to TJHSST and Decision Process
TJ Admission Prep One-on-One Tutoring
TJHSST had announced a new admissions policy from the class of 2027 (2022/23 Freshman Round). Two key components are a “student portrait sheet” and a "problem-solving essay".
TJHSST Admission Eligibility Requirements:
- New Requirements : Enrolled in both math and science honors courses. Enrolled in one additional honors course or identified as a Young Scholar*. (*Information regarding potential waivers will be forthcoming.)
- Math Requirements: Applicants to the freshman class at TJHSST must be taking a full-year of Honors Algebra 1 for high school credit or a higher level math course in grade 8 to apply to TJHSST. Algebra 1, Part A does not satisfy the math prerequisite for freshman application. Your school must verify the math course you are enrolled in for grade 8 on the application form.
- Grade Point Average (GPA): All applicants to TJHSST, at the completion of 7th grade, must have a GPA of 3.5 or higher in order to be eligible to apply.
Dates To Remember (2024-2025 Freshman Round)
- Monday, October 21: Applications Available - 4:00 pm
- Wednesday, November 13:Last Day to Begin Application - 4:00 pm
(including Accommodation & Alternate Test Day requests) - Friday, November 15:Application Deadline - 4:00 pm
- Wednesday, December 11: Notification to Applicants who do not meet minimum Honors and GPA - 6:00pm
- Saturday, February 8: SPS/Essay Writing Administration
- Saturday, February 22: Inclement Weather Date for February 8
- Friday, February 14: Accommodations, Make-Up SPS/Essay Writing Administration
- Friday, February 27: Inclement Weather Date for February 14
- Wednesday, April 30: Final Notifications Released on or Before (Per Regulation)
* Dates on calendar above may be subject to change
Click here for "Steps to Complete the Application"
TJHSST Freshman Application Key Components:
Students will be evaluated on their grade point average (GPA); a portrait sheet where they will be asked to demonstrate Portrait of a Graduate attributes and 21st centaury skills; a problem-solving essay; and experience factors.
- Complete the Student Portrait Sheet: Students will demonstrate Portrait of a Graduate attributes and 21st Century Skills.
- Problem-Solving Essay: May include math and/or science, but will most likely be a test mainly of the students’ ability to organize and communicate conclusions about a complex topic.
☞ Applicants will compose and complete the student portrait sheets and problem-solving essay themselves, but we can help the student to:
Skill Focus
- Understand what TJHSST wants
- Write effective essays
- Manage their time
Student Portrait Sheet
- Brainstorm and explain accomplishment
- Think of activities and skills
- Develop their personal statements
Problem-solving essay
- Improve problem solving skills and scientific literacy
- Learn to organize a many step explanation effectively
- Practice technical writing to communicate the complex ideas
- Master essay planning
- Editing
☞ The TJHSST Admission Prep Tutoring will consist of One-on-One tutoring 20 hours (10 sessions) to help the students improve their writing. The student should bring an individual laptop to all the tutoring sessions.
Top 1% "Experienced and Highly Qualified" TJ Admission Essay Tutor
- Anna Durden — TJ Graduate, College of William & Mary
- Alexandra Nguyen — University of Virginia, National Merit Scholarship Finalist
Tuition: $2,160 for 20 hours
Apply to TJHSST and Decision Process
2025 TJ Admission Prep Group Winter Course
TJHSST had announced a new admissions policy from the class of 2027 (2022/23 Freshman Round). Two key components are a “student portrait sheet” and a "problem-solving essay".
TJHSST Admission Eligibility Requirements:
- New Requirements : Enrolled in both math and science honors courses. Enrolled in one additional honors course or identified as a Young Scholar*. (*Information regarding potential waivers will be forthcoming.)
- Math Requirements: Applicants to the freshman class at TJHSST must be taking a full-year of Honors Algebra 1 for high school credit or a higher level math course in grade 8 to apply to TJHSST. Algebra 1, Part A does not satisfy the math prerequisite for freshman application. Your school must verify the math course you are enrolled in for grade 8 on the application form.
- Grade Point Average (GPA): All applicants to TJHSST, at the completion of 7th grade, must have a GPA of 3.5 or higher in order to be eligible to apply.
TJHSST Freshman Application Key Components:
Students will be evaluated on their grade point average (GPA); a portrait sheet where they will be asked to demonstrate Portrait of a Graduate attributes and 21st centaury skills; a problem-solving essay; and experience factors.
- Complete the Student Portrait Sheet: Students will demonstrate Portrait of a Graduate attributes and 21st Century Skills.
- Problem-Solving Essay: May include math and/or science, but will most likely be a test mainly of the students’ ability to organize and communicate conclusions about a complex topic.
☞ Applicants will compose and complete the student portrait sheets and problem-solving essay themselves, but we can help the student to:
Skill Focus
- Understand what TJHSST wants
- Write effective essays
- Manage their time
Student Portrait Sheet
- Brainstorm and explain accomplishment
- Think of activities and skills
- Develop their personal statements
Problem-solving essay
- Improve problem solving skills and scientific literacy
- Learn to organize a many step explanation effectively
- Practice technical writing to communicate the complex ideas
- Master essay planning
- Editing
See below for our full list of courses, offered at our Fairfax and McLean facilities. All classes are capped at 6 students to allow individualized attention.
"2025 TJ Admission Prep Group Winter Course Schedules"
| Fairfax Branch | Class # | McLean Branch | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day | Date | Time | Day | Date | Time | |
| Sat | Dec. 20 | 1:00pm - 3:00pm | 1 | Sun | Dec. 21 | 1:00pm - 3:00pm |
| Mon | Dec. 22 | 1:00pm - 3:00pm | 2 | Tue | Dec. 23 | 1:00pm - 3:00pm |
| Wed | Dec. 24 | 1:00pm - 3:00pm | 3 | Fri | Dec. 26 | 1:00pm - 3:00pm |
| Sat | Dec. 27 | 1:00pm - 3:00pm | 4 | Sun | Dec. 28 | 1:00pm - 3:00pm |
| Mon | Dec. 29 | 1:00pm - 3:00pm | 5 | Tue | Dec. 30 | 1:00pm - 3:00pm |
| Fri | Jan. 2 | 1:00pm - 3:00pm | 6 | Sat | Jan. 3 | 1:00pm - 3:00pm |
| Sat | Jan. 10 | 1:00pm - 3:00pm | 7 | Sun | Jan. 11 | 1:00pm - 3:00pm |
| Sat | Jan. 17 | 1:00pm - 3:00pm | 8 | Sun | Jan. 18 | 1:00pm - 3:00pm |
| Sat | Jan. 24 | 1:00pm - 3:00pm | 9 | Sun | Jan. 25 | 1:00pm - 3:00pm |
| Sat | Jan. 31 | 1:00pm - 3:00pm | 10 | Sun | Feb. 1 | 1:00pm - 3:00pm |
Top 1% "Experienced and Highly Qualified" TJ Admission Essay Tutor
- Alexandra Nguyen — University of Virginia, National Merit Scholarship Finalist
- Anna Durden — TJ Graduate, College of William & Mary
Early Bird Tuition: Register by November 20, 2025 for a tuition discount of 10%.
Tuition: $1,300 ⇒ $1,170
Apply to TJHSST and Decision Process
2025 TJ Admission Prep Group Summer Course
TJHSST had announced a new admissions policy from the class of 2027 (2022/23 Freshman Round). Two key components are a “student portrait sheet” and a "problem-solving essay".
TJHSST Admission Eligibility Requirements:
- New Requirements : Enrolled in both math and science honors courses. Enrolled in one additional honors course or identified as a Young Scholar*. (*Information regarding potential waivers will be forthcoming.)
- Math Requirements: Applicants to the freshman class at TJHSST must be taking a full-year of Honors Algebra 1 for high school credit or a higher level math course in grade 8 to apply to TJHSST. Algebra 1, Part A does not Tueisfy the math prerequisite for freshman application. Your school must verify the math course you are enrolled in for grade 8 on the application form.
- Grade Point Average (GPA): All applicants to TJHSST, at the completion of 7th grade, must have a GPA of 3.5 or higher in order to be eligible to apply.
TJHSST Freshman Application Key Components:
Students will be evaluated on their grade point average (GPA); a portrait sheet where they will be asked to demonstrate Portrait of a Graduate attributes and 21st centaury skills; a problem-solving essay; and experience factors.
- Complete the Student Portrait Sheet: Students will demonstrate Portrait of a Graduate attributes and 21st Century Skills.
- Problem-Solving Essay: May include math and/or science, but will most likely be a test mainly of the students’ ability to organize and communicate conclusions about a complex topic.
☞ Applicants will compose and complete the student portrait sheets and problem-solving essay themselves, but we can help the student to:
Skill Focus
- Understand what TJHSST wants
- Write effective essays
- Manage their time
Student Portrait Sheet
- Brainstorm and explain accomplishment
- Think of activities and skills
- Develop their personal statements
Problem-solving essay
- Improve problem solving skills and scientific literacy
- Learn to organize a many step explanation effectively
- Practice technical writing to communicate the complex ideas
- Master essay planning
- Editing
See below for our full list of courses, offered at our Fairfax and McLean facilities. All classes are capped at 6 students to allow individualized attention.
"2025 TJ Admission Prep Group Summer Course Schedules"
| Fairfax Branch (Mon. & Wed., 3-5pm) |
Class # | McLean Branch (M/T/W/Th/F, 4-6pm) |
||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day | Date | Time | Day | Date | Time | |
| Mon | June 16 | 3:00pm - 5:00pm | 1 | Mon | Aug. 4 | 4:00pm - 6:00pm |
| Wed | June 18 | 3:00pm - 5:00pm | 2 | Tue | Aug. 5 | 4:00pm - 6:00pm |
| Mon | June 23 | 3:00pm - 5:00pm | 3 | Wed | Aug. 6 | 4:00pm - 6:00pm |
| Wed | June 25 | 3:00pm - 5:00pm | 4 | Thu | Aug. 7 | 4:00pm - 6:00pm |
| Mon | June 30 | 3:00pm - 5:00pm | 5 | Fri | Aug. 8 | 4:00pm - 6:00pm |
| Wed | July 2 | 3:00pm - 5:00pm | 6 | Mon | Aug. 11 | 4:00pm - 6:00pm |
| Mon | July 7 | 3:00pm - 5:00pm | 7 | Tue | Aug. 12 | 4:00pm - 6:00pm |
| Wed | July 9 | 3:00pm - 5:00pm | 8 | Wed | Aug. 13 | 4:00pm - 6:00pm |
| Mon | July 14 | 3:00pm - 5:00pm | 9 | Thu | Aug. 14 | 4:00pm - 6:00pm |
| Wed | July 16 | 3:00pm - 5:00pm | 10 | Fri | Aug. 15 | 4:00pm - 6:00pm |
Top 1% "Experienced and Highly Qualified" TJ Admission Essay Tutor
- Alexandra Nguyen — University of Virginia, National Merit Scholarship Finalist
- Anna Durden — TJ Graduate, College of William & Mary
Tuition: $1,300