Temple University: what international applicants need

What are Temple University's application deadlines for 2026–27?

Temple University has 2 application deadlines for 2026–27: Early Action on November 1, 2026 and Regular Decision on February 1, 2027.

• Deadlines are usually 11:59 pm in your own time zone, unless the university says otherwise on its site.

What is Temple University's acceptance rate?

80.4% for students who started in fall 2024: Temple University admitted 31,966 of its 39,754 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does Temple University require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

No. Temple University is test-optional for 2026–27: you decide whether to send SAT or ACT scores.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.
• For the Early Action deadline (November 1, 2026), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is October 3, 2026: scores on October 16, 2026, registration by September 18, 2026 (late registration September 22, 2026).
• For the Regular Decision deadline (February 1, 2027), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is December 5, 2026: scores on December 18, 2026, registration by November 20, 2026 (late registration November 24, 2026).
• Official score reports can take a few more days to reach universities.

How much is Temple University's application fee for international students?

Temple University's application fee is $55 for international applicants, the same as for US applicants.

Does Temple University accept the Common App fee waiver from international students?

Yes. Temple University accepts the Common App fee waiver and doesn't limit it to US students.

• Your eligibility is confirmed through the Common App, usually with your counselor.

Which English tests does Temple University accept?

Temple University doesn't list its English tests on the Common App: they're detailed on its international applicants page.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

How many recommendation letters does Temple University require?

Temple University doesn't require recommendation letters on the Common App for 2026–27.

• Letters that aren't required can still be accepted: the university's site says whether it reads them.
• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does Temple University require the Common App personal essay?

No. Temple University doesn't require the Common App personal essay for 2026–27, though you can still send it: the Common App lets you submit it to any university.

How many international students does Temple University have?

946 of Temple University's 21,457 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 4.4%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does Temple University cost for international students?

Temple University is a public university: international students pay at least the out-of-state rate, $38,958 in published tuition and fees for 2024–25 (in-state students paid $23,011). Some public universities add an international fee. On-campus food and housing was $17,690. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $62,453 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source