Temple University
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania · Public
Temple University admitted 86% of 42,824 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1030–1310 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 75% of students graduate within six years.
Your chances at Temple University
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Application deadlines
Temple University’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Early action
- November 1, 2026
- Regular decision
- February 1, 2027
The application fee is $55, and Temple University accepts the Common App fee waiver.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check Temple University’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
Early decision and early action
Temple University offers early action but didn’t report its early admit rate.
What admissions weighs
How Temple University rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- Course rigor
- GPA
Important
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Considered
- Test scores
- Essay
- Recommendations
- Activities
- Talent or ability
- Character
- First generation
- Legacy
- Where you live
- State residency
- Volunteering
- Work experience
- Showing interest
Not considered
- Class rank
- Interview
- Religion
What it costs
Full price with housing is $44,756 in-state and $60,136 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $29,641 on average (in-state).
Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:
Quick answers
What is Temple University’s acceptance rate?
Temple University admitted 86% of applicants: 36,922 of 42,824 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).
When is Temple University’s early action deadline?
For 2026–27, early action is due November 1, 2026 and regular decision is due February 1, 2027. Common App deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone.
What SAT score do you need for Temple University?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1030 to 1310, with a median around 1200. A score at or above 1200 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is Temple University’s application fee?
The application fee is $55 for 2026–27, and Temple University accepts the Common App fee waiver.
Does Temple University have supplemental essays?
No. Temple University doesn’t ask for a supplemental essay or the Common App personal essay for 2026–27.
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