College/University

Research Questions

General Information
1. Where is this school located? How long would it take you to get there from Garnet Valley? How
do you feel about this distance?
-Temple is located in Philadelphia. Its about a 30 minute drive from my house and an hour
train ride. I don't want to go far, so I like the location.
2. How many undergraduate students attend this school? How many graduate students?
-Undergraduate: 29,484 & graduate: 10,256
3. List three sports, clubs, and/or organizations that the school offers that interest you. Consider
Greek life (fraternities/ sororities), campus ministry, study abroad opportunities, community service
organizations, etc.
-Cheer team, gymnastics, and newspaper
4. What kind of internships are available to students of this school?
-You can get paid and unpaid internships at the school. You can do internships at hospitals.
Try to find the answer to this question for your prospective major.
5. What is the campus setting (urban, suburban, rural, etc.)? What kinds of off-campus experiences
are available to students at this school?
-The campus is very urban and modern. Theres a lot to do in the city. Around christmas, theres
ice skating, Macy’s Light show, and christmas village. Plus,my dad works in Philadelphia, so I can
always visit him.
6. What are three majors that this school offers that you would like to consider?
-Clinical Psychology, Cognitive Psychology and Psycholinguistics, Counseling Psychology,
Developmental and Child Psychology, Educational Psychology, Experimental Psychology,
Physiological Psychology/Psychobiology, School Psychology, Social Psychology,
Education/Teaching of Individuals with Specific Learning Disabilities, and Elementary Education and
Teaching.
7. What is this school’s job placement rate for graduating students?

- 64% within 6 months of graduation.

Application Information
8. When is the application deadline?
-February 1
9. Does this school accept the common application?!
-no
10. What are the SAT/ACT requirements for this school?
-SAT is require, ACT is not required
11. What are the GPA/Class Rank requirements for this school?
-GPA is required
12. What other admissions requirements are there? SAT 2, letters of recommendation, personal
statement, interview, audition, etc.?
-College Prep Program, Essay, School Record, TOEFL
13. Is this school “Safety” “Reach” or “Middle of the Road” for you?
 -Middle of the road

Campus Life/Services on Campus

14. Where is the Health Center and/or Counseling Center located and what are the hours? How do
you make an appointment at the Counseling Center?
-1700 N Broad St 4th floor, 9:30AM–3PM, make appointments online
15. What are the hours for the Writing Center? Do you need an appointment or can you just drop in?
-Monday through Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30
p.m.Saturday from 10am to 4pm.
16. What academic supports/curricular accommodations can students with special learning needs
receive?
-There are study groups