Temple University

Temple generally is a good school. Honors Program is extremely good, the professors do interesting research and make sure you understand the material, the classes are harder than the regular classes, we have more personal advising for everyone in Honors, and everyone in Honors is smart, interesting and awesome! However, bio department in Temple sucks. More than half the class failed in regular introduction to biology.

1st Year Female -- Class 2014

Education Quality: A, Social Life: B-

Temple University is a big enough University to provide you with many new experiences. If you are willing to do the work then you will definetely have a fullfilling experience here. For example, I am studying abroad in the Dominican Republic next semester. The application process for this particular program was very rigorous. If you are willing to go the extra mile then you can fully take advantage of all the oppurtunities available at this school. This year it was rated the second most diverse campus in the country. I think it was also rated the fourth or fifth most connected campus in the country. The computer services personnel are very knowledgable and helpful. There services are included in the tuition so make sure to call them whenever you have the slightest problem with your computer because you are already paying for their help. The "urban" party scene is very big here. There are lots of hip hop and reggae parties. Some are hosted by the schools and others are house and apartment parties. There is a big drinking scene here but a very large percentage of students choose not to drink. People won't call others losers if they do not drink. If you are afraid of black people then do not come here. I love the fact that it seems like one out of every four Temple students is black. The university is also located in a predominately black neighborhood, and we are not isolated from the rest of Philadelphia. If you like diversity, educational oppurtunities, and new experiences then this is the schoool for you. If you want to be on a campus that is isolated from the surrounding community and with a homogenous student population then go somewhere else.

1st Year Male -- Class 2008

Collaboration/Competitive: A, Individual Value: D+

I can honestly say that TU is the best decision I've ever made! Everyone (except the very few snobby people) are super open-minded and friendly. The campus is extremely diverse, which is nice. There are so many kinds of people here you are bound to meet a group of people you like.

Academics is tricky. I am a speech-language pathology major. This is a good department. If your majoring in SLP, note that the classes are extremely challenging but the professors want you to do well! But you will have to work for it. The nice thing about this department is everyone is willing to help and there aren't many mean/bad professors. I don't know much about other majors but I know that the kinesiology program and business are really common and have a good reputation.

The major thing about Temple that I wish I could change are the required geneds. The school wants you to take classes that "interest" you outside of your major. Really, they are just all stupid and don't have to do anything. And the amount of English classes required to graduate is annoying (I had to take 4). I suggest you get them over with asap and move on to take classes that are actually important. Professors are hit or miss. Be careful of professors who don't speak clear English, that can make your semester terrible. Look them up before registering for the class.

The nightlife on and around campus is amazing! Lots of people go out (the parties are really fun--most of the time) but I also know people who don't. They always say that not many people party, drink, etc but that's kinda false. Unless you plan on paying to go into the city every single weekend, it is fun to go to parties because what else will you do besides sit in the dorm? But I mean if you don't like that kind of scene its really not that big of a deal.

Speaking of North Philadelphia, I have never felt that unsafe on campus or on the surrounding area. People: you are in north Philly! Be smart! There really no reason anything bad should happen. And there are literally police and bike cops EVERWHERE. No matter the time. Don't let the safety or location of the campus effect your decision. Trust me, you will be fine. Being close to the city is amazing, and I think that why so many people love Temple. Take advantage of it, your paying a lot for a school in the city so might as well take advantage of the location. I love TU and have not met 1 other person who also didn't love it.

1st Year Female -- Class 2018

Faculty Accessibility: A+, Collaboration/Competitive: C