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Campus Life

Campus Size

Large Campus
27,075
Total Undergrads
Including 2,979 Part-time
4,329
Degree-Seeking Freshmen
Including 18 Part-time
Gender Breakdown:
53% Women
47% Men

Athletics

NCAA Division I-A

Mid-American Conference

  • Football

Atlantic 10 Conference

  • Basketball
  • Baseball
  • Cross Country/Track

Total Varsity Sports

9
Men's sports coaches (Average salary: $205,648)
11
Women's sports coaches (Average salary: $76,233)
Athletics Details
Sport Varsity Men Varsity Women Club Intramural
All Track Combined 93 117 - -
Baseball 33 - - -
Basketball 14 13 - Yes
Fencing - 17 Yes -
Field Hockey - 22 Yes Yes
Football 107 - - -
Golf 8 - - -
Gymnastics 21 22 Yes -
Lacrosse - 26 Yes -
Rowing 30 38 - -
Soccer 26 29 Yes Yes
Softball - 20 - Yes
Tennis 9 12 Yes -
Volleyball - 16 Yes Yes
Badminton - - Yes -
Bowling - - Yes -
Court Sports - - Yes Yes
Cycling - - Yes -
Equestrian - - Yes -
Flag Football - - - Yes
Frisbee/Disc Sports - - Yes -
Ice Hockey - - Yes -
Martial Arts/Self Defense - - Yes -
Mountaineering/Climbing - - Yes -
Outdoor Fitness/Recreation - - Yes -
Roller Hockey - - Yes -
Rugby - - Yes -
Skiing - - Yes -
Swimming and Diving - - Yes -
Weight Lifting - - Yes -

Diversity

Student Total
American Indian/Alaskan Native 0.4%
Asian/Pacific Islander 9.9%
Black/non-Hispanic 14.1%
Hispanic 3.5%
Non-resident alien 4.1%
Race/Ethnicity unknown 12.6%
Two or more races 0.0%
White/non-Hispanic 55.4%
Disabilities
Percent of students with disability 3% or less

Services & Housing

Services Offered
  • Remedial services for students with learning disabilities
  • Academic/Career counseling
  • Employment services for current students to find part-time positions
  • Job placement for graduates to find full-time employment
  • Library on campus
Living
  • On-Campus Housing
  • Meal plan offered, meals per week can vary

Clubs & Organizations

Musical Groups
  • Choral Groups
  • Concert Band
  • Jazz Band
  • Marching Band
  • Music Ensemble
  • Pep Band
  • Symphony Orchestra
Performance Arts
  • Dance
  • Drama Theater
  • Musical Theater
  • Opera
Journalism & Publications
  • Literary Magazine
  • Yearbook
  • Television Station
  • Radio Station
Reserved Officers' Training Corps (ROTC)
  • Army ROTC
Other
  • International Student Organization
  • Model United Nations
  • Student Government
  • Campus Ministries

Safety Statistics

Arrests On Campus
Illegal Weapons Possession 1
Drug Law Violation 7
Liquor Law Violation 12
Criminal Offenses On Campus
Personal Crime 6
Property Crime 19

Notable Alumni

  • Adam McKay, film director ("Step Brothers")
  • Bob Saget, comedian, actor ("Full House")
  • Hall & Oates, pop music duo
  • Jamie Thorn, associate graphics producer for ESPN's "SportsCenter"
  • Jill Scott, R&B singer
  • Michael Schoeffling, actor (Jake Ryan in "Sixteen Candles")
  • Paul F. Tompkins, actor, comedian
  • Tim Heidecker, host of "Time and Eric Awesome Show, Great Job!"
  • Tom Sizemore, actor
  • Bill Cosby, comedian, actor, author
Reviews: Dorm Life
  • Julian from Glen Burnie, MD
  • 5
  • “I am a Resident Assistant at Temple and all I can say is that we are the BEST! The Temple University Office of Residential Life ensures that Temple students are…”

  • May-17-2012 » Read More
  • Mrs. M.
  • 3
  • “So you are planning to live on campus? Well depending upon the dorm you are assigned to you still have the opportunity to make it feel like home. However, I…”

  • Dec-04-2012 » Read More
  • Carlos from Philadelphia, PA
  • 3
  • “I lived in Peabody which was the cheapest option. I would advise dorming in a more expensive complex because my experience was less than enjoyable. The people overall were pleasant…”

  • Jan-01-2013 » Read More

Reviews

Student Responses to Review Topic: Food And Dining
  • 4
  • Christian from Levittown , PA
  • May-23-2013 I am a current student here

    There is a large building at Temple where students go to eat and dine. It is a multi-level hall called the Student Activity Center. Not only are students offered the ability to eat, but they are also allowed to attend events in specific rooms on other levels. If you choose not to eat at the Student Activity Center (SAC) then you can always eat at one of the lunch trucks located on almost every street at the University. All in all, there is a wide variety of places to eat on campus.

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  • 3
  • Alex
  • May-21-2013 I am a current student here

    The cafeteria food is not good at all but plenty of other places to eat on campus.

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  • 4
  • Phuong from Allentown, PA
  • May-06-2013 I am a current student here

    Food and dining is not bad. But you can't be asking for too much because the staff does what they can. They are amazing people. Always say thank you cause they're always there to serve you!

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  • 5
  • Meko from Philadelphia, PA
  • Apr-30-2013 I am a current student here

    There is a lot of food at Temple University. Not only do we have 2 cafeterias, but we also have food trucks parked all over campus.

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  • 5
  • Matthew from Japan
  • Apr-09-2013 I am a current student here

    The best food in the wood is in Japan, bar none. You will find fresher meats and vegetables no where else in the world, and Tokyo is the culinary hub of Japan. With access to specialty Japanese dishes and foods from all over the world, you will definitely NOT be disappointed with the food or dining experience.

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  • 4
  • Kristin from Havertown, PA
  • Mar-10-2013 I am a current student here

    Temple's dining services are expensive, a bit inconvenient, and not too tasty. However, there are plenty of other options. There are food trucks all over campus, just steps away from any given building. The best is probably the crepe truck, but there are tons of other choices, like sandwiches, subs, pizza, Chinese, breakfast foods, fruit, and even a cookie truck. The trucks are wide ranging, delicious, and cheap. Also, if you are interested in cooking, there is a Fresh Grocer store right down the street from campus, and plenty more grocery stores around the city if you are willing to make the trip for something more specific, like Trader Joe�s, Whole Foods, or Walmart.

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Student Responses to Review Topic: Greek Life
  • 0
  • Alex
  • May-21-2013 I am a current student here

    Many Greek Organizations on campus so plenty of options.

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  • 0
  • Erica from Ashland, PA
  • Jan-09-2013 I am a current student here

    There are many sororities and fraternities to choose from. All of them are involved on campus with fundraising or selling shirts for big games.

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  • 0
  • Jacqueline
  • Dec-20-2012 I am a current student here

    Moderate, not overly in your face around campus, but still dominant if you like that. Provide some of the night life as well. More fraternities that sororities.

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  • 0
  • Mrs. M.
  • Dec-04-2012 I am a past student here

    I was not involved within the Greek life of Temple. Therefore, I do not have material to rely upon for review. Let's just say all of those college movies should not scare you away from trying this different lifestyle.

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