Temple University
“Temple (at both its Ambler and Main campuses)Math
Temple (at both its Ambler and Main campuses) was a good place for me to finish my undergraduate degree and then my graduate degree. I found the professors pleasant, challenging and approchable, and as a non-traditional student I was able to appreciate my college experience even more. Parking was always a challenge, no matter what campus students attended.
view full review→Sep 19 2009
Alumnus Male -- Class 2000
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“Temple has been really good to me.Super BrilliantPhilosophy
Temple has been really good to me. It's provided me with a great education at a great price. Temple really is better than most Universities and I think it's unfortunate that we have an Ivy League school in the same city because we often end up being over shadowed by U. Penn.
My teachers were well prepared and for the most part challenging. All of them had the appropriate degrees and many were important contributors in their field. You will occasionally run into a professor that doesn't do a good job but it's certainly not the norm. (Side note: Please do make a point to connect with your professors, it will help you out if you ever consider graduate school. Most of the professors are approachable and they want you to succeed. I did realize this till my last year at Temple, don't make the same mistake I did)
The majority of the students commute (all of the third and fourth year students live off campus) so Temple really doesn't have a campy college atmosphere. I think that socially Temple is not the best place. Most students are commuters so you really have to make an effort to meet people. The surrounding city is a slum and there aren't really any good places to eat, that is another really great reason to be a commuter. I'd suggest living in Center City or South Philly. The Suburbs are also a really great place to live because all SEPTA regional rail lines run right next to Temple.
Safety on campus is pretty good. I never felt threatened and would often see police around campus. I know there are shootings in the area but if you commute you'll be fine. I don't know what it's like living on campus, but I do know that most of my friends that did were fine.
The library is great and pretty much has any resource you could want. Make sure to use it, I love the library. There are TONS of people everywhere so if you're expecting to use a computer to print off a paper before class be prepared to wait in line. The computer facilities at Temple are huge and impressive, but not enough to handle the volume of students at Temple. What more can I say? Temple has been really great to me and I would recommend it to almost anyone. If you want an great education at a great price you can't beat Temple.
view full review→May 23 2009
4th Year Female -- Class 2009
Useful Schoolwork: A+, Social Life: C
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I've just completed my first year here at Temple's Main Campus. I'm very glad I chose this school, but for those of you who are still deciding here are some positives and negatives of the place.
+ You're in a major United States city. SEPTA buses, the subway run through campus to whisk you downtown to a cafe, concert, or bohemian cultural event.
- You're in North Philadelphia - an absolute ghetto. You will get used to hearing sirens and get asked for change by panhandlers everyday.
+ You're in North Philadelphia - get out of your stupid suburban comfort sphere and learn how to deal with the real world: learn street smarts, safety, and shake off your racism.
+ Temple students are humble. Most are fending for themselves paying off loans, working a job, and trying to get through it all having fun. They aren't pretentious and like to have a good time, but care about grades.
+ The professors that I have had are all very intelligent and dedicated to seeing their students succeed. I'm a Spanish major and my professors give good advice, are available to talk, and shape their lessons to be fun.
+ Temple is a great excuse to get in shape. I walk miles and miles each day around campus. There's a great gym on Cecil B. Moore Ave with an elevated track. Lots of programs to get you off your butt.
- As soon as it hits 10:30pm, if you're on on-campus freshman you're screwed when it comes to food. The dining halls close and serve 4th meal - a medley of fried and fatty foods. The only things open are greasy pizza shops and Chinese hole-in-the-walls. Make sure you stock up on snacks.
- The SAC food court is run by the local population - brace yourself for slow service and lazy workers with an attitude.
+/- The Honors College is great. If you're lucky enough to get into this exclusive club, they will help you out with internships and making the most of your time here. In the rest of the colleges, take a number and have your OwlCard ready since the service is a bit impersonal.
+ Yes there is a lack of university housing, but not housing in general. Besides, living with a random snotrag your senior year isn't that much fun. Get a rowhome a few blocks offcampus with your friends. It's safe if you have common sense and teaches responsibility.
+ Sports - Basketball season is mostly what matters around here. People love Temple's basketball players. The team has done well recently and made it to the NCAA Tournament. Football is much to be desired. Games are played at the Linc and about a few hundred are in attendance.
- There are a lot of fancy new buildings like Alter Hall and 1300. Most were built during the 60s and 70s (an architectural dark-age) and could use a facelift. Yet most state schools are this way. + Tuition is cheap! You get the most bang for your buck.
view full review→May 11 2009
1st Year Male -- Class 2012
Surrounding City: A+, Campus Aesthetics: C-
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