Temple University

Temple University

#77Public research universityUrban
39,516
Total Students
28,002
Undergrads
11,514
Graduates
83.8%
Acceptance
📍 Philadelphia, PA
🎓 Est. 1884
🌐 Website
📊Admissions
83.8%
Acceptance Rate
3.2-3.7
Middle 50% GPA Range of Admitted Students
1150-1350
Composite Score
Middle 50% SAT Range of Admitted Students
23-29
Composite Score
Middle 50% ACT Range of Admitted Students

Acceptance Rate Trend

201520162017201820192020202120222023202420252%23%44%65%86%76.5%77.2%78.4%78.9%79.1%80.3%82.0%83.5%83.8%83.8%83.8%

SAT Score Range Trend

(middle 50% of admitted students)

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201710901290
201810901290
201911401320
202011201330
202111201330
202211501370
202311501370
202411501370

Application Timeline

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Early Application Deadline
November 15 (Early Action)
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Decision Released
By December 15
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Regular Decision Deadline
February 15
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Decision Released
By April 1

Application Methods

Early Action
Regular Decision
Transfer Admissions
⚖️Fit Profile

👍 Great Fit If You Are:

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Urban learners

if you want to learn from your city, not just inside your campus, Temple is integrated with Philly.

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Practical career starters

if you want internships, jobs, and real experience before graduating, Temple delivers.

3

Diversity embracers

if you want to be part of a community that includes all backgrounds, Temple thrives on that.

4

First-gen fighters

if you’re forging your own path and want a school that supports hustle, Temple’s got your back.

5

Creative realists

if you want to blend media, art, health, and business with impact, this is your playground.

🚨 Not Ideal For:

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Nature-seeking students

this is pure city life, with more sirens than birdsong.

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Ivy-chasers

while respected, Temple doesn’t carry elite brand prestige outside the region.

3

Traditional campus lovers

it’s not a self-contained bubble; the city bleeds into campus life.

4

Low-energy learners

success at Temple requires drive; it’s fast-paced, and you have to move with it.

5

Niche academicians

if you want abstract philosophy over public impact, this isn’t the best fit.

📍Campus Location
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👨‍🎓Student Life

☀️ Weather & Climate

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spring

50-70°F (10-21°C)

Mild with rain showers

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summer

75-95°F (24-35°C)

Hot and humid

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fall

50-75°F (10-24°C)

Cool and crisp

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winter

30-45°F (-1 to 7°C)

Mild with occasional snow

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Humid subtropical climate with hot summers and mild winters

☀️Average 200 sunny days per year

👩‍🎓👨‍🎓 Demographics

10%
International Students

Gender Ratio

Female
51%
Male
49%

Ethnic Distribution

White
36%
African_american
22%
Hispanic
16%
International
10%
Asian
8%
MultiRace
5%
Other
3%

📚 Popular Majors

Business Administration
Health Professions
Engineering
Communications
Psychology
💰Annual Tuition
In-State$21,982
Out-of-State$37,347
🍽️Dining & Nearby Areas

Campus Area Dining

Broad Street Corridor
Liacouras Walk
Main Campus

Nearby Areas

Old City
0.5 miles

Historic district with galleries and restaurants

Price Range: $$
University City
5 miles

Home to UPenn with diverse dining options

Price Range: $$$
💸Career Outcomes
$63,727
Median Earnings
88%
Employment Rate
$47,500
Starting Salary
B
Career Grade

Top Employers

Lockheed Martin
Comcast
JPMorgan Chase
Deloitte
Amazon

Top Graduate School Destinations

Temple University Graduate School
University of Pennsylvania
Drexel University