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Academics

Quick Stats

Student-Faculty Ratio 18:1
Full-Time Student Population 30,289
Part-Time Student Population 5,789
Full-Time Instructional Faculty 1,427
Part-Time Instructional Faculty 1,509
Total FT Faculty 1,930
Faculty with Terminal Degree 76%
Average Faculty Salary $91,821
Full-Time Retention Rate 89%
Part-Time Retention Rate 53%
Transfer-Out Rate 21%
Graduation Rate 66%
Programs/Majors Offered 190
Average Course Load 15 credits
Academic/Career Counseling? Yes
Remedial Services? Yes
Class Sizes
  • Fewer than 20 students: 33%
  • 20 to 49 students: 58%
  • 50 or more students: 9%

Student Author OverviewWhat's This?

The foundation of education at Temple is based on core classes along with core requirements for majors. Temple has a goal for each student to be well rounded. Temple has some leniency toward academic criteria, offering fun classes in topics such as event planning, golf, SCUBA diving, gymnastics, and Shakespeare. When scheduling classes online, be prepared to wake up at the crack of dawn so that you will get into the classes you need. Most students are not sure what they want to study, and it’s not uncommon for some to change their majors; however, if you change your major, it can be a setback when it comes to finishing on time.

Unfortunately, a lot of professors at Temple have accents that tend to bore you half to death, but there are numerous tutorial sessions and workshops available to help students. There are mixed feelings about the teachers. Many feel the staff is not enthused about the topics they are teaching, but overall, students feel that the teachers aren’t that bad. Get to know your professors, and ask them for assistance if you need it. Students seem to focus more on the quality of the professors than class material. The great thing about Temple is that, because of its size, people you interview with for employment after college know someone who went to Temple or have gone to Temple themselves. The Temple name carries weight in the realm of business, communications, and sciences.

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Academics at Temple University

mjbabin

Film and Video Studies '15

3.5
B

Very Average Across the Board

Nothing spectacular at all at Temple, but definitely an above average school

May 25, 2012

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Academics at Temple University

mjbabin

Film and Video Studies '15

3.5
B

Not for Me I Guess

Student body and locals just don't mesh together, leaving both in an awkward position. Not a comfortable place at all.

May 25, 2012

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Academics at Temple University

HakimAzly

Architecture '13

5.0
A+

Wide Variety of Options

I got into Temple University to be an architecture student and the curriculum there is amazing. I love being part of a program that has shown promising progression and growth in a few short years and continues to grow to become a global name. Classes are challenging but the rigor and discipline embedded in the program have helped in my development not only as a student, but as a human being and member of my community.

May 19, 2012

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User rating for Temple University - Academics is 4.6 out of 5 based on 84 user reviews.

Student Survey Poll ResultsWhat's This?

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Facts

Instructional Programs Occupational: Yes
Academic: Yes
Continuing Professional: Yes
Recreational/Avocational: Yes
Adult Basic Remedial: Yes
Secondary (High School): No
Special Credit Opportunities Advanced Placement (AP) Credits: Yes
Dual Credit: Yes
Life Experience Credits: Yes
Undergraduate Schools/Divisions
  • Beasley School of Law
  • Boyer College of Music and Dance
  • College of Education
  • College of Engineering
  • College of Health Professions and Social Work
  • College of Liberal Arts
  • College of Science and Technology
  • Fox School of Business and Management
  • Maurice H. Kornberg School of Dentistry
  • School of Communication and Theater
  • School of Environmental Design
  • School of Medicine
  • School of Pharmacy
  • School of Podiatric Medicine
  • School of Social Work
  • School of Tourism and Hospitality Management
  • Tyler School of Art
Degrees Awarded
  • Associate degree
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Certificate
  • Doctorate - Professional practice
  • Doctorate - Research/scholarship
  • Master's degree
  • Post-bachelor's certificate
  • Post-master's certificate
Most Popular Majors
  • Elementary Education: 2%
  • Law: 2%
  • Psychology: 2%
  • Social Work: 2%
Graduation Requirements
  • Arts/fine arts
  • English (including composition)
  • General education
  • History
  • Humanities
  • Mathematics
  • Sciences (biological or physical)
  • Social science
Special Study Options
  • Distance learning opportunities
  • Study abroad
  • Teacher certification (below the postsecondary level)
  • Weekend/evening college
Other Academic Offerings
  • Accelerated program
  • Cooperative education program
  • Cross-registration
  • Double major
  • Dual enrollment
  • English as a Second Language (ESL)
  • Exchange student program (domestic)
  • External degree program
  • Honors program
  • Independent study
  • Internships
  • Liberal arts/career combination
  • Programs in a number of countries
Best Places to Study
  • Howard Gittis Student Center, second floor
  • Paley Libraries
  • Starbucks
  • Study lounges and computer labs in any academic building
  • Tech Center
  • Tuttleman Learning Center

Online Courses

Temple offers online classes, and classes can start as late as 9 p.m.

Did You Know?
  • Temple is made up of campuses across the state of Pennsylvania, including Main, Temple University Center City (TUCC), Temple University Harrisburg (TUH), Temple University Fort Washington (TUFW), Temple University Ambler (TUA), and Health Science Campus (HSC).
  • Your parents can buy you a goody bag, which is a container filled with candy, cookies, snacks, and fruit. It is offered at the end of each semester, right before finals.
  • Temple has five campuses outside of Philly, including Tokyo, Rome, and Harrisburg, Pa. Temple also has programs in Spain, Ireland, Singapore, and Great Britain.
  • Temple is one of the few universities that offers a Ph.D. in African American studies.

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