As the largest university in one of the nation’s most iconic cities,Temple Universityempowers a dynamic community of future leaders from across Philadelphia, the country, and the world—each driven to learn, grow, and make a lasting impact.
Founded in 1884 by visionary educatorRussell Conwell, Temple has transformed from a humble night school into aglobal powerhouse in higher education. Today, we serve over30,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional studentsacross17 schools and colleges,eight campuses, andhundreds of degree programs.
Temple is an R1 research university—the highest level a university can achieve.In other words, Temple isn’t just a place where you learn—it’s a place where discoveries are made that change lives here in Philadelphia and far beyond.
Even more exciting,Temple is one of only 21 universities nationwiderecognized not only for top-tier research but also as anOpportunity University. Very few schools hold both honors—a distinction that reflects Temple’s commitment toexcellence and access.
AsPhiladelphia’s only public university, Temple stands at the intersection of opportunity and innovation. Through hands-on learning, mentorship with world-class faculty, and an inclusive, vibrant community, Temple students don’t just prepare for their futures—they shape the future.