ACCEPTANCE RATE
82.9%
More selective than 31% of listed universities.
SelectiveAccessible
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 115 acres
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
Settingcity 115 acres
Calendarsemester
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
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
$23,080$0–$30,000
$24,278$30,001–$48,000
$28,493$48,001–$75,000
$31,578$75,001–$110,000
$34,632$110,001+
AVERAGE NET PRICE AFTER AID
$29,641/yr
▲ 28% since 2020-2176% receive grants or scholarships
Average grant or scholarship aid $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%
Median across 34 institutions in our national dataset: 89%.
Bachelor-level fields offered
142
Bachelor-level fields reported as offered in IPEDS
MOST POPULAR FIELDS OF STUDY
Share of bachelor's degree completions, not of all enrolled students.
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
Reported capacity of institution-controlled housing and campus setting. Capacity does not indicate how many students currently live in university housing.
University-controlled housing capacity
5,061
Includes institution-controlled housing; it may extend beyond campus.
Setting
city 115 acres
AFTER GRADUATION
Student outcomes
Earnings and employment of former students after entering the university.
Source: College Scorecard 2023
Median earnings · 10 yrs after entry
$63,727
Median earnings of former students working and not enrolled, ten years after entry.
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 former students earn above the Scorecard high-school earnings threshold, ten years after entry.
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Data Sources: U.S. Department of Education IPEDS, National Center for Education Statistics, and College Scorecard. University Apartments is not affiliated with Temple University.