Temple University is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA. It is a public research university with significant influence. The following is a detailed introduction to it:

School Profile

History of the school: Founded in 1884, it was originally founded by Reverend Howard Taylor to provide educational opportunities for the society.

School size: Temple University is the 36th largest higher education institution in the United States. The total campus area spans several blocks. Its main campus is located in the north of Philadelphia. In addition, it has several branch campuses in Philadelphia and surrounding areas, and has overseas campuses in Rome and Tokyo.

Student size: It has more than 39,000 students, including approximately 24,106 undergraduates and nearly 10,000 graduate students. The student-teacher ratio is 12:1, and the proportion of international students is 7.6%.

Academic Strength

Professional settings: There are 17 colleges in total, covering many fields such as art, humanities, business, law, medicine, education, engineering, etc., offering 134 undergraduate majors, 121 master's majors and 56 doctoral majors. Its Tyler School of Art is one of the top art schools in the United States, ranking 13th in the United States, with glass art ranking 2nd, printmaking ranking 7th, and painting ranking 10th; the school also has 11 majors ranked in the top 10 in the United States, including advocacy, insurance, international business, etc., more than 10 majors ranked in the top 20 in the United States, and dozens of majors ranked in the top 100 in the United States.

Teaching model: Focus on practical teaching, emphasize that students apply what they have learned to practice, and through cooperative projects with enterprises, communities, etc., let students improve their professional skills and problem-solving abilities in practice. The school's curriculum is flexible and diverse, and students can choose different majors and course combinations according to their interests and career plans.

Academic research: As an R1-level research university, Temple University has invested heavily in academic research and has multiple national and school-level research centers. The research fields cover a wide range of aspects from basic science to applied technology, such as medical research, engineering technology innovation, social science surveys, etc., providing students with opportunities to participate in scientific research projects and cultivate students' scientific research capabilities and innovative thinking.

Ranking: In the 2025 U.S. News Best University Rankings, Temple University ranked 50th among public schools in the United States, 98th among best comprehensive universities, and 75th among best value schools.

Campus life

Student clubs: There are hundreds of student clubs and societies covering various fields such as academics, culture, art, sports, and public welfare, such as music clubs, drama clubs, volunteer associations, business clubs, etc. Students can participate in corresponding club activities according to their interests and hobbies, enrich their extracurricular life, expand interpersonal relationships, and cultivate teamwork spirit and leadership skills.

Accommodation conditions: The school provides a variety of on-campus accommodation options, including traditional dormitories, apartment-style dormitories, etc., to meet the needs and preferences of different students. In addition, there are many off-campus apartments around the school for students to choose from, which is convenient to rent. Most of them are located in the patrol area of ​​the campus police, which is safer.

Sports activities: The school is a member of the NCAA American Athletic Conference and has many strong sports teams, such as rugby, basketball, cross-country, etc. Students can participate in various sports and maintain a healthy body through physical exercise, while also cultivating a sense of competition and team honor.

Campus cultural activities: Temple University has a rich and colorful campus culture, and often holds various cultural activities, art exhibitions, concerts, drama performances, etc., such as Templefest, The Beat, Tupalooza and other activities during the orientation week, which provide students with a platform to show themselves and communicate and interact, enriching students' campus cultural life.

Study abroad related

Study abroad programs: The school provides international students with a variety of study abroad programs and exchange opportunities, including semester exchange programs, summer schools, joint training programs, etc. Students can go to partner institutions around the world to study and exchange, broaden their international horizons, and enhance their understanding and knowledge of different cultures.

Scholarships: Temple University provides a variety of scholarships and grants for international students to help outstanding students reduce their financial burden and successfully complete their studies. The types of scholarships include scholarships based on academic performance, scholarships based on majors, scholarships based on personal expertise, etc. The specific application conditions and amounts vary depending on the type of scholarship.

Famous Alumni

Tony Thurmond: Graduated from Temple University in 1993, is the Director of Public Education in California, dedicated to promoting the development of public education and helping students from low-income and disadvantaged backgrounds.

Bella Kwok: Graduated in 2026, is a student majoring in criminal justice, and received the Obama-Chesky Public Service Scholarship. She hopes to work with relevant organizations to combat human trafficking through this scholarship.