Temple University attracts some of the most diverse, driven and motivated minds from across the nation and around the world. Located in Philadelphia, Temple empowers students to explore, discover and transform curiosity into action with more than 160 undergraduate majors across 17 schools and colleges.

Home to more than 33,000 students, Temple offers the advantages of a large research institution and the individual attention of a small college. Students are immersed in a dynamic and nurturing learning environment with the support of a renowned faculty, academic advisors and a broad curriculum of more than 600 academic programs. Temple's NCAA Division I athletic programs and over 330 student organizations also thrive on campus.

No matter their background, Temple students—nicknamed Owls—are drawn to the university's vibrant city location. Temple also offers a gateway to the world with international campuses in Tokyo and Rome and study abroad opportunities across the globe.

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Admissions

Application Deadline

February 1

Acceptance Rate

72%

SAT Range

1010-1230

ACT Range

22-28

Application Fee

$55

SAT/ACT

Neither required nor recommended

High School GPA

Required

Accepts Common App

Yes

Cost

Net Price

$23,224 / year

National

$15,523

Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.

Average Total Aid Awarded

$11,292 / year

National

$7,535

Students Receiving Financial Aid

91%

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Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.

Student Faculty Ratio

9:1

Evening Degree Programs

Yes

72%

of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes. 323 responses

54%

of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want. 412 responses

48%

of students agree that the workload is easy to manage. 410 responses

Majors

Academics at Temple

Temple University is in the top 4% of research universities in the nation and has produced dozens of Fulbright, Goldwater and Rhodes scholars in recent years. Temple faculty hold accolades that range from Grammys to Fulbright Fellowships. Our 12-1 student-faculty ratio makes it easy to connect directly with industry-leading professors.

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Programs Offered Entirely Online

Offers Online Courses

Yes

Online Certificate Programs

Online Associates Programs

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Mix of Online and on Campus
71%
On Campus
19%
Online
9%

Students

Full-Time Enrollment

23,750 Undergrads

Part-Time Undergrads

2,217

Undergrads Over 25

Pell Grant

30%

Varsity Athletes

Poll

What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?

Based on 295 responses

Diverse
31%
There is no "typical student" at this school
30%
Everybody is there own person.
16%
Suburban middle class kid
9%
Everybody is their own person.
7%
Hipsters, skaters, future ceos, hippies
4%
Outgoing
1%

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58%

of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join. 470 responses

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59%

of students say varsity sports are a big part of campus life. 560 responses

Poll

What one word or phrase best describes your school?

Based on 314 responses

Diverse
26%
Diverse, Research, Upcoming
18%
Very diverse, energetic and fun
18%
Fairly diverse, spirited, and fun to attend
14%
Amazing, diverse, on the rise.
10%
Regular
5%
Best overall school on the east coast
4%

After College

Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation

$50,500 / year

National

$33,028

Graduation Rate

75%

National

49%

Employed 2 Years After Graduation

93%

National

83%

of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation. 233 responses

Temple University Reviews

5,764 reviews

I LOVE Temple University! Most of my professors have been nice, fair, knowledgeable and even passionate about what they teach. Temple has a gym on campus, which offers group fitness classes including yoga, cycling, and meditation, included in tuition fees. The healthcare I received on campus has always been stellar. The Disability Resource Services offered have been stellar, and the 24-hour TECH Center is a pleasure to spend days in while studying and working on projects. Temple has an app now where you can request a chaperoned walk home in person or virtually, as well as a nightly shuttle that circulates around the edges of campus for those in off-campus housing. Our Marching Band was one of my favorite extra curriculars offering an annual stipend when you join and you get to perform synchronized dances to pop songs at home games on Philly Eagles turf at the LINC. Temple has a strong community feel that makes you want to wear Temple gear and represent no matter your niche. GO OWLS!

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Temple University resides in the North Central Area of Philadelphia. It is a great and affordable university but it comes with many downsides to it as well. In some niche parts of the university, it could be said that some if not most professors are subpar at their job. However, you will undeniably find a few that are inspiring and truly helpful to you during the length of your student career here at Temple. My overall rating is average, what the university offers is relative to the price that you as a student is paying. The neighborhood is not the best, I am sure if you ask any Temple student, the amount of security alerts we get throughout the week is insane. My experience at Temple has not been the best but the people you meet and connect with are more important, and Temple has allowed me to connect with great people. If you are considering coming here, I recommend it but if you have somewhere else in mind, please consider it as well. I did not really have a choice. Good Luck!

My experience at Temple was amazing! I met my best friends that I will be living with after graduation. I got to take classes I loved, and I feel like I am leaving Temple with a well rounded education. I enjoyed living in Philadelphia so much. I really think living in North Philadelphia was a learning experience on its own. While I loved Temple, and will forever look fondly on my four years there, there are things about Temple that need improving. For example, when I was entering my freshman year, we were told that the University would be knocking down their old library to make more green space for the students. I am about to graduate, and they just started putting up a fence around the old library to prepare for demolition. While Temple University gave me my best friends and a great foundation to start my future, the administration does not always communicate properly with its students.

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