ACCEPTANCE RATE
82.9%
More selective than 68% of listed universities.
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Public University
Temple University
Temple University is a vibrant public institution in Philadelphia, offering over 600 academic programs and a rich campus life for its diverse community of more than 30,000 students.
82.9%ACCEPTANCE
$29,641AVG NET PRICE
75%GRAD RATE
30.2KSTUDENTS
University data profileIPEDS 2023
Philadelphia, PAcity
THE SIGNATURE
Temple University Report Card
Explore university facts, programs, and campus life at a glance.
Founded in 1884, Temple University stands as a prominent public research institution in Philadelphia, dedicated to providing accessible education and fostering innovation. With over 33,000 students enrolled, Temple offers a dynamic learning environment characterized by a comprehensive curriculum, a supportive faculty, and ample opportunities for personal and professional development.
The university's urban setting allows students to engage deeply with the surrounding community, leveraging Philadelphia's diverse culture, extensive internship opportunities, and rich history. Temple is not only committed to academic excellence across its 17 schools and colleges, but also emphasizes student life, with over 480 student organizations and various athletic teams, creating a vibrant and fulfilling campus experience.
AT A GLANCE
TypePublicFour or more years
Founded1884
Settingcity115 acres
Calendarsemester
Religious affiliationNone reported
Athletics—
GETTING IN
Admissions
Temple University has an acceptance rate of 82.9%, making it relatively accessible for prospective students. In recent years, the institution has received approximately 36,399 applications, giving a broad range of students the chance to join its academic community.
Source: IPEDS 2023
SAT RANGE (MID 50%)
SAT range is not reported.
APPLICATION DEADLINE
Feb 1regular
Early Action Nov 1
Undergraduate application fee $55.
WHAT IT COSTS
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker price tells you little — net price after aid is what most families actually pay.
Source: IPEDS 2023
IN-STATE TUITION & FEES
$21,991/yr
Out-of-state: $21,991/yr.
Net price by income band
$0–$30,000
$30,001–$48,000
$48,001–$75,000
$75,001–$110,000
$110,001+
AVERAGE NET PRICE AFTER AID
$29,641/yr
▲ 28% since 2020-2176% receive aid
Average aid package $10,709.
IN THE CLASSROOM
Academics
Temple University is distinguished by its R1 designation, indicating very high research activity. With more than 600 undergraduate programs across various fields, it prepares students for success through a robust academic experience supported by a dedicated faculty.
Source: IPEDS 2023
Student–faculty ratio
12:1
43.8% of classes have fewer than 20 students.
6-year graduation rate
75%
▲ 4 pts since 2016
First-year retention
83%
Compared with the 89% public-university median.
Undergrad majors
142
Undergraduate majors and programs
MOST POPULAR FIELDS OF STUDY
Psychology, General.6.4%
Biology/Biological Sciences, General.4.4%
Marketing/Marketing Management, General.4.3%
Finance, General.3.8%
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General.3.4%
Radio and Television.3.1%
CAMPUS LIFE
Campus & Housing
Campus housing shows how many students live on-campus — which means nearby housing can be essential to the college experience.
On-campus beds
5,061
Housing for approximately 23% of students.
Students needing off-campus housing
23.3K
Estimated from enrollment and reported on-campus housing capacity.
Setting
city
115 campus acres.
IN CONTEXT
Temple vs. peer institutions
How Temple compares with officially identified or editorially reviewed peer institutions.
Temple University
$29,641
Drexel University
$42,342
Villanova University
$37,946
Saint Joseph's University
$36,392
La Salle University
$20,119
AFTER GRADUATION
Student outcomes
What graduates earn and how reliably they land work — the bottom-line return on the degree.
Source: College Scorecard 2023
Median earnings · 10 yrs after entry
$63,727
Compared with earnings for graduates of similar universities.
Working after 10 yrs
85.9%
Share of former students working and not enrolled, ten years after entry.
Earning more than a high-school graduate
82.6%
82.6% of students out-earn the typical high-school graduate — a core measure of mobility.
LIVE HERE
Apartments near Temple
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Neighborhoods near Temple
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Data Sources: U.S. Department of Education IPEDS, National Center for Education Statistics. University Apartments is not affiliated with Temple University.