History
- Temple University's history begins in 1884, when a young working man asked Russell Conwell if he could tutor him at night.
- A well-known Philadelphia minister, Conwell quickly said yes. It wasn't long before he was teaching several dozen students—working people who could only attend class at night but had a strong desire to make something of themselves.
Education
- Temple University educates a vibrant student body and creates new knowledge through innovative teaching, research and other creative endeavors.
- Our urban setting provides transformative opportunities for engaged scholarship, experiential learning, and discovery of self, others and the world. We open our doors to a diverse community of learners and scholars who strive to make the possible real.
Research
- Temple is investing millions of dollars into new and upgraded facilities as part of the Visualize Temple campus plan and the complementary Verdant Temple landscaping plan.
- Temple’s vibrant residential campus continues to evolve, with exciting new academic and recreation spaces, as well as significant renovations and upgrades.
Career
- The Temple University Career Center is a central resource that builds collaborative relationships among the Temple community, and empowers students and alumni through comprehensive career development services, driving successful careers.
Student services
Administration:
- Academic Affairs and Assessment
- Alumni Relations
- Board of Trustees
- Bursar
- Campus Operations
- CFO and Treasurer
- Dean of Students
- Emergency Management
- Enrollment Management
- Equal Opportunity Compliance
- Ethics and Compliance
- Faculty Development and Affairs
- Faculty Senate
- Government, Community and Public Affairs
- Institutional Advancement
- Institutional Diversity, Equity, Advocacy and Leadership (IDEAL)
- International Affairs
- President
- Provost
- Research Administration
- Student Affairs
- Undergraduate Studies
- University Communications
- University Counsel
Housing services
Campus Services:
- Academic Resource Center
- Advising
- Bookstore
- Business Services
- Campus Recreation
- Campus Safety
- Class Scheduling
- Diamond Dollars
- Digital Document Services
- Dining
- Disability Resources and Services
- Facilities Management
- Housing and Residential Life
- International Student and Scholar Services
- Leadership Development
- Moving Services and Surplus Furniture
- Parking
- Planning and Design
- Post Office
- Real Estate
- Registrar
- Space Management
- Special Event Setups
- Student Activities
- Study Abroad
- Sustainability
- Teaching and Learning Center
- Travel
- Veterans Affairs
Library services
- Temple University Libraries bring together collections, people and services to facilitate teaching, learning and research success.
- We rank among the top university research libraries in North America and hold membership in the prestigious Association of Research Libraries.
Medical services
Health and Wellness:
- Athletics
- Campus Recreation
- Environmental Health and Radiation Safety
- Employee Health Services
- Student Health Services
- Tuttleman Counseling Services
- Wellness Resource Center
Campus life
- To know what Temple is really about, you have to experience it firsthand.
- Our Main Campus is an energetic community of students, faculty, and local culture. And the opportunities don't stop there.
- For Temple students, all of Philadelphia is a place to learn and branch out.
Sports facilities
- Recreational Sports activities have traditionally been among the most popular of the non-academic pursuits of college students.
- College life is more exciting and fulfilling when classroom learning is supplemented by a varied and productive array of leisure endeavors.
- The primary goal of the Department of Campus Recreation is to provide the university community with quality-oriented leisure time opportunities in a safe environment.
- These sport-related activities may take many forms, such as intramurals, sport clubs, informal recreation, special events, aquatics, group fitness, adapted recreation or student staff development.
Student clubs
- You will never be bored at Temple. On a daily basis, you can choose from an eclectic array of cultural, athletic and social activities, such as student-run clubs, community-service projects, athletic events and musical performances.
- These activities aren't simply time fillers. They're also opportunities to meet fellow students and expand your personal and professional networks.
Accreditation
- Temple University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, 3624 Market Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19104 (267-284-5000).
- The Middle States Commission on Higher Education is an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
Temple University Overview
Temple University Rankings
Study Portals Meta Ranking
Top 5.9% United States
Top 5.7% Worldwide
Studyportals ranking look at the scores of the most used ranking systems and present you with one number of how well this University performs.
World University Rankings
401
By Times Higher Education
Dropped 50 places compared to 2025
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
3 year trend World University Rankings
| 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| 351 | 351 | 401 |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
Academic Ranking of World Universities
401
By Shanghai Jiao Tong University
The university hasn’t moved up or down in the rankings over the past year.
ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator. They look at the number of award-winning (Fields Medals and Nobel Prize) scientists who are located there, how much of their research is cited and referenced around the world, and how much they've contributed to different academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, ARWU ranks the universities accordingly.
3 year trend Academic Ranking of World Universities
| 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| 401 | 401 | 401 |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
QS World University Rankings
721
By TopUniversities
Dropped 40 places compared to 2025
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
3 year trend QS World University Rankings
| 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
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| 721 | 681 | 721 |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
Best Global Universities Rankings
No 2026 Ranking
By U.S. News & World Report
This university doesn’t have a ranking for 2026 yet. Rankings are updated yearly, so check back later for the latest info.
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
3 year trend Best Global Universities Rankings
| 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| 335 | - | - |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
Temple University Campus Locations
#1 Main Campus
United States Country
Philadelphia City
#2 Branch Campus
Japan Country
Tokyo City
Temple University Student Reviews & Awards
4.2
Based on 72 reviews
- 5 Star 17 Reviews
- 4 Star 52 Reviews
- 3 Star 3 Reviews
- 2 Star 0 Reviews
- 1 Star 0 Reviews
How Students Rated This University
- Overall Satisfaction 4.2
- Student Teacher Interaction 4.1
- Student Diversity 4.1
- Quality of Student Life 4.1
- Career Development 4.1
A good experience at University
My experience at the university was both enriching and transformative. The academic environment was intellectually stimulating, with well-structured programs and lecturers who were knowledgeable and approachable. I appreciated how theory was balanced with practical, hands-on learning—especially in areas like ICT, remote sensing, and environmental analysis. The facilities were decent and continually improving, and I had access to digital labs, libraries, and collaborative learning spaces that supported my growth. What truly stood out was the diversity of students and the spirit of collaboration. Group projects, seminars, and fieldwork gave me the chance to develop not only technical skills but also communication, leadership, and cross-disciplinary thinking. The university also encouraged innovation and community engagement, which helped me connect my academic knowledge to real-world challenges—especially in climate and development sectors. Although there were occasional delays in administration or resources, the commitment of faculty and support staff made a big difference in navigating those issues. Overall, my time at the university laid a solid foundation for my current work in climate data systems, and I remain grateful for the experience.
Excited to Begin My Studies!
I haven’t begun the program yet, but my experience so far has been positive. The application process was clear, and whenever I had questions, the staff responded quickly and helpfully. I appreciated how organized everything was and how easy it was to find information. I’m looking forward to starting and seeing how the actual study experience matches my expectations.
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Global Student Satisfaction Awards 2025
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