Temple University

  • 0/10 Overall Rating
  • 4 Year
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 5.0 1 review

Overview

Total enrollment

29,640
Temple University overview
Temple University overview
  • Size Large
  • Status Non-profit
  • Housing Yes
  • Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate

Temple University occupies an urban campus in North Philadelphia, spanning nearly 400 acres across the city's historic neighborhoods. Founded in 1884 by Russell Conwell as a night school, Temple has evolved into a major public research institution serving as one of Pennsylvania's four state-related universities. The campus features a mix of historic and modern architecture, with the distinctive Bell Tower serving as its central landmark and multiple academic buildings and residence halls extending into the surrounding community. Temple maintains a competitive admission process and is known for its programs in business, media and communication studies at the Klein College, healthcare disciplines including medicine and pharmacy, and its Fox School of Business. The university's main campus provides extensive student housing options, while its location offers direct access to Philadelphia's public transportation system, with Center City situated just minutes away.

Ratings

Insufficient data is available for this college to calculate an overall rating.

  • Overall Rating
    NA
  • Academics
    NA
  • Resources
    NA
  • Outcomes
    NA
  • Value
    NA

Admissions

Admission Standards

Unavailable
Temple University admission standards
  • GPA 3.46

Acceptance Rate

80.4%
Temple University applications overview
  • Applications Due Feb 1, 2027
  • Enrollment Rate 15.2%
  • Application Fee $55

Applicant Competition Very Low

Very Low
Low
Average
High
Very High
Extreme

Annual Cost to Attend

Pennsylvania Resident Tuition

$23,011

Out of State Resident Tuition

$38,958

Breakdown

In State Costs for Temple University
  • Tuition $23,011
  • Books and Supplies $1,250
  • Other Fees $1,016
  • Room and Board $17,690
  • Budget for Other Expenses $4,555
  • Total One Year Cost $47,522

Student Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$56,300 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

68% within 6 years

Popular Areas of Study

Popular majors at Temple University are Business, Visual and Performing Arts, and Communication. 23% of students major in Business, 10% in Visual and Performing Arts, and 10% in Communication.

  • Business 23%
  • Visual and Performing Arts 10%
  • Communication 10%
  • Education 8%
  • Social Sciences 6%

More Colleges to Consider

Students considering Temple University are frequently interested in these similar colleges.

Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=216339.

GPA calculator: Temple University GPA calculator.

Last updated: August 2026