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Your chances of getting into Temple University

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

72.3%
Admission Difficulty for Temple University
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Unavailable 
Applicant Competition Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Temple is 72.3%.  Its admission rate is the 26th lowest in Pennsylvania.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Temple and can you get accepted?

Temple is a moderately competitive school to get into. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the criteria. Last year, 27,176 out of the 37,571 who applied were admitted.

Temple University typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.46. 18% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Temple?

72% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Temple University you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.46 or better
  • Earn B+ grades in high school

Temple GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.46

Typical High School Grades 

B+

What GPA do you need to get into Temple University?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Temple are to have around a 3.46 high school GPA. You are required to have above average high school grades.

If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as Temple accepts 72% of students who apply.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Temple is 3.46 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B+ letter grades and regularly score around 87-89 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #53 in Pennsylvania for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Temple is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.5 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted Temple University students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 13.99% Good
3.75 to 3.99 18.78% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 20.43% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 14.45% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 16.69% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 14.81% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 0.74% Reach
1.00 to 1.99 0.11% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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Temple SAT Scores

Test Optional

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required or recommended by Temple University.

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

Not Reported

Applicants Submitting SAT 

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SAT Scores for Temple University
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile N/A
Math 25th Percentile N/A
Composite 25th Percentile N/A
SAT Scores for Temple University
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile N/A
Math 75th Percentile N/A
Composite 75th Percentile N/A
Average SAT Score N/A
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

Temple ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

Not Reported

Applicants Submitting ACT 

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ACT Scores for Temple University
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile N/A
Math 25th Percentile N/A
Composite 25th Percentile N/A
ACT Scores for Temple University
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile N/A
Math 75th Percentile N/A
Composite 75th Percentile N/A
Average ACT Score N/A
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

Temple University admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 22,839 14,732 37,571
Accepted 16,916 10,260 27,176
Acceptance Rate 74% 70% 72%
Enrolled 2,856 2,066 4,922
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 17% 20% 18%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

Fall 2024 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Feb 1, 2024

Days left to Apply

126

Applicants have 126 days left until the Fall 2024 term applications are due on Feb 1, 2024.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Temple University is $55.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Temple University and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Temple University Application Requirements
Test Scores Neither required nor recommended
High School GPA Required
High School Class Rank Considered but not required
Completion of College Preparatory Program Required
Recommendations Considered but not required
Demonstration of Competencies Neither required nor recommended

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Temple University
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences Yes

Other Colleges to Apply To 

Students applying to Temple University often consider these colleges

Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=216339 IPEDS survey data for Temple University.

FAQs

What is my chance of getting into Temple University?

72% of those who apply are granted admission to Temple. Admission competition is low and the college has unavailable admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.