Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
82.92%
SAT Average
Not available
ACT Range
Not available
Temple University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 82.92%. This means approximately 829 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 21,249 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
82.92%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Middle States Commission on Higher Education | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $22,082 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $37,462 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $39,799 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $29,219 | State avg: $20,881. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 30.07% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 55.27% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Temple University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$37,462
Room and board
$16,968
Books and supplies
$1,240
Other expenses
$4,466
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$39,799
Average net price
$29,219
Average aid coverage
27%
$10,580 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Temple University pays approximately $29,219 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Pennsylvania average of $20,881 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Temple University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Pennsylvania and national averages.
Temple University net price
$29,219
Pennsylvania average
$20,881
National average
$17,506
Temple University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $37,462 and average net price at $29,219. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$37,462
Current net price
$29,219
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
74.68%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$63,727
Undergraduates
21,249
10-Year Median Earnings - Temple University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Temple University graduates earn about 1.5x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Temple University?
Undergraduates
21,249
Completion rate
74.68%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
30.07%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
55.27%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 30.07% of Temple University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 55.27% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Temple University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Temple University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Temple University lists Middle States Commission on Higher Education as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Temple University is listed at 1801 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19122-6096. Accreditor: Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
Compare Schools
Compare Temple University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temple University | 82.92% | $37,462 | $29,219 | $63,727 |
| Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine | Not available | Not available | Not available | $138,767 |
| Carnegie Mellon University | 11.40% | $63,829 | $31,671 | $114,862 |
| University of Pennsylvania | 5.87% | $66,104 | $31,229 | $111,371 |
| Lehigh University | 29.26% | $62,180 | $33,549 | $105,584 |
Similar Schools in Philadelphia
This local cluster focuses on nearby Philadelphia schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Philadelphia.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Temple University's acceptance rate?
Temple University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 82.92%.
How much is Temple University tuition?
Temple University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $37,462.
What is Temple University's average net price?
Temple University's average net price in the local dataset is $29,219.
What is Temple University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $63,727 for Temple University.
Is Temple University accredited?
Temple University's accreditor in the local dataset is Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
How many students attend Temple University?
The local dataset lists 21,249 undergraduate students at Temple University.
What percentage of Temple University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Temple University in the local dataset is 30.07%.
What is the federal loan rate at Temple University?
The federal loan rate for Temple University in the local dataset is 55.27%.
Where should I verify Temple University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Temple University or the latest official federal education data.