Temple University is a public research university located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1884, it is part of the Commonwealth System of Higher Education in Pennsylvania, which classifies it as a state-related institution. While it receives public funding, Temple operates independently under its own board of trustees.
As a state-related university, Temple offers reduced tuition rates for Pennsylvania residents while maintaining a mix of public and private characteristics. It serves a diverse student body and is renowned for programs in business, law, medicine, and the arts, blending accessibility with academic excellence.
