Public4-year
Temple University
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania · Official Website ↗
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#1912
National
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#93
PA Rank
Overall Score
83%
Accept Rate
75%
Grad Rate (6yr)
21.7K
Students
$21,023
In-State Tuition
N/A
Net Price (low income)
Score Breakdown
51/100
Composite Score
#1912 nationally · #93 in PA
Student Outcomes
30%75/100
Affordability
25%50/100
Selectivity
20%1/100
Academic Profile
15%50/100
Program Breadth
10%82/100
Scores computed from NCES IPEDS 2023–24 data, normalized within 4-year peer group.
About Temple University
Temple University is a public four-year university located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is ranked #1912 nationally and #93 in Pennsylvania by our composite scoring methodology. Temple University is a open access institution, admitting 83% of applicants. It enrolls approximately 21,720 students with a six-year graduation rate of 75%, with costs above the national average.
Admissions & Costs
Acceptance Rate
83%
In-State Tuition
$21,023
Out-of-State Tuition
$36,280
Net Price (0–30K income)
N/A
6-Year Graduation Rate
75%
Total Enrollment
21,720
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
✓Strong graduation outcomes
✓Large campus — wide range of programs and campus life
Considerations
!Limited publicly reported outcome data available
Who Is This College For?
1.Students of all academic backgrounds, including those re-entering higher education
2.In-state residents seeking quality education at lower cost
3.Students who thrive in large, diverse campus environments
Frequently Asked Questions
Temple University has an acceptance rate of 83%. The college accepts most applicants and focuses on supporting student success.
Rankings
National Rank#1912
Pennsylvania Rank#93
Rankings based on composite score from NCES IPEDS 2023–24 data. All 4,264 US colleges ranked.
Institution Profile
TypePublic
Level4-year
LocationPhiladelphia, PA
Enrollment21,720 students
Visit Official Website ↗Affordability
In-State Tuition
$21,023/yr
Out-of-State Tuition
$36,280/yr
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All Pennsylvania Colleges →About Our Rankings: Scores are computed from publicly available NCES IPEDS 2023–24 data using a weighted composite of graduation outcomes, affordability, selectivity, and academic profile. Scores are normalized within peer groups (4-year vs 2-year). We do not accept payment for rankings.