Temple University Reviews

  • 194 Reviews
  • Philadelphia (PA)
  • Annual Tuition: $35,608
92% of 194 students said this degree improved their career prospects
94% of 194 students said they would recommend this school to others
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Student & Graduate Reviews

Asia robinson
  • Reviewed: 9/8/2016
  • Degree: Speech Pathology
"My degree program was really good. The only drawback was that it was not drilled into me as a student to achieve more and network. In order to work as an SLP, I would need a masters degree. It's really tough to get into a program. Had I been aware of the competition, I would have worked harder to get a 4.0. That way, I would have looked better to graduate schools. Instead, I didn't et in to any programs I applied to, and I have not been working in the field I got my degree in. I am now in graduate school pursuing a degree in Human services, and I am happy. Just wish I knew then what I know now. Work hard and explore while in school!"
Samantha Haveson
  • Reviewed: 9/7/2016
  • Degree: Marketing
"Temple University was a great place to thrive both personally and professionally. The University embraces diversity both in and outside the classroom with a set of faculty committed to each and every students growth. I am pleased to know that I am an alum of Temple University and look forward to encouraging other students to pursue a degree at the school."
Darrell Carson
  • Reviewed: 8/9/2016
  • Degree: Psychology
"Attending Temple University was a great experience. Because it is located in the heart of a major city as well as the reputation that Temple carries in every field, the opportunities to gain real world experience while pursuing your education are boundless. Also, I could not have asked for a more supportive faculty. I didn't expect that given the size of the university, but I was pleasantly surprised and am endlessly thankful."
Anonymous
  • Reviewed: 5/31/2016
  • Degree: Criminal Justice
"I love Temple. The size and location of Temple opened up a great deal of opportunities. I appreciate the diversity and community environment that Temple has. Because it is a large university, administrative issues can take a while. For example, seeing a CLA counselor could take hours. However, I felt this was a small price to pay for the great experience I had there."
Anonymous
  • Reviewed: 5/31/2016
  • Degree: Anthropology
"Choosing to go to Temple U was one of the best decisions I have ever made! Their program was fantastic, classes were engaging and I met some great people who I have been best friends with ever since."
Jamie Sheets
  • Reviewed: 5/4/2016
  • Degree: Secondary Education
"I attended Temple University after transferring there for my junior year. I was able to transfer without losing any time and was able to graduate on my original schedule. I transferred to Temple because I found it to be a great value for the money, and also allowed to to commute via public transportation. During my time at Temple, I also studied abroad in Rome, Italy, which I feel was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. The education I received is top-notch and I feel prepared for my career. Since graduation in 2012, I have worked in my field and even returned to Temple to pursue my Master's degree. As far as I am concerned, there was no better choice for me than Temple."
Laura Fritsch
  • Reviewed: 3/10/2016
  • Degree: Occupational Therapy
"Temple has a very well structured Occupational Therapy program. They offer in class learning along with hands on learning that allows for learning with application. They have a great network with a large support program. The program is located in a bustling city that has its pros and cons."
Danielle Macon
  • Reviewed: 12/21/2015
  • Degree: Social Sciences
"African American studies program offers some of the best faculty in the discipline. Because of this, I am able to actively engage with other top-notch scholars in the discipline-creating an atmosphere where I am constantly learning new theories, ideologies, and paradigmatic analysis which allow me to contribute greatly to the discipline of African studies. The breadth of knowledge is both challenging yet invigorating, creating an environment that is exciting. The only thing that is missing from this program is the funding. Students may miss opportunities due to the lack of funding and scholarships available."
Anonymous
  • Reviewed: 11/30/2015
  • Degree: Business
"The business program is amazing, but very extensive, and certainly not easy. I had a lot of fun with it but it took an extra year because of the work load. Be prepared."
Gabrielle Moshier
  • Reviewed: 11/29/2015
  • Degree: Social Sciences
"The department of Urban Education at Temple contains a faculty that is both cognizant of the real world challenges facing students and exemplary in their field as researchers and educators. I feel that the courses I have taken in this department have prepared me for teaching in the urban setting. When I compare myself to other teachers who have not had the benefit of this program, I see I wide gap in knowledge and undersanding of both mico and macro level issues. I have also networked with teachers and educators in my field in a way that have benefitted my career and my personal life. I wouldn't study any place else!"
Jamie Sheets
  • Reviewed: 11/4/2015
  • Degree: Secondary Education
"I attended Temple for 2 years after transferring from another university. the College of Education's website can sometimes be out of date, so it is best to seek important information from advisers in-person. However, beyond that, I was very pleased with the quality and notoriety of Temple's secondary education program and the university as a whole."
Anonymous
  • Reviewed: 9/23/2015
  • Degree: Social Work
"Bad neighborhood, but safe campus. Easy access to campus. Supportive teachers. Informative."
Anonymous
  • Reviewed: 9/4/2015
  • Degree: Criminal Justice
"I've enjoyed attending Temple University because of its location and convenience to my home. There are some great professors that I have had the chance to take classes with. Also, the campus has been undergoing major renovations and improvements, thus making the entire university more updated, modern, and technologically-advanced."
Chris
  • Reviewed: 9/4/2015
  • Degree: Marketing
"Had a lot of fun and met some incredible people. Sadly, I didn't pay enough attention to the professional aspect and didn't end up in my field of study. If I were to do it over, I would create more of a balance of the social and educational aspects that this great university offers."
Anonymous
  • Reviewed: 8/19/2015
  • Degree: Biology
"Temple University is a large university with a smaller on-campus feel. Depending on your interests, this school can provide you with a lot of experience outside of school because it is so close to downtown Philadelphia. It also has a large alumni network in Philly which makes getting a job in Philly easier."
Anonymous
  • Reviewed: 8/4/2015
  • Degree: Social Sciences
"Going to college was one of the best decisions I have ever made. I was able to study a subject I loved, and for the first time in my life I got good grades because I was passionate about what I was studying. I learned to be independent, learned time management, and met some fantastic people who will be my lifelong friends."
Stacy Wittenberg
  • Reviewed: 7/15/2015
  • Degree: Social Work
"As a part-time social work student at Temple University, I am very busy. As a social work student with a full-time job, two classes, and two mandatory internships (one each year) which must include 15 to 18 hours a week, you have a very packed schedule. A number of students I know could not manage a full-time job with an internship and classes and dropped their hours at work from full-time to part-time. If I had known what I was really getting into I may not have gone back to school. One of Temple's pros is the diversity in the classrooms. Another con is the crime ridden neighborhood that Temple resides in."
2006 student
  • Reviewed: 6/30/2015
  • Degree: Fitness Trainer
"Temple was a very good school. The learning environment and teaching staff were a great influence on my experience."
Educational psychology grad 2014
  • Reviewed: 6/8/2015
  • Degree: Psychology
"Many working professionals, seeing as classes were held in the evenings and/or had online components to them too."
Odongerel Pount
  • Reviewed: 4/30/2015
  • Degree: Pharmacy
"Quality of the faculty is excellent! Temple University Hospital is right next door and most faculty actively practice on site."