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Ranked in the top 50 Public Schools and top 85 Best Value Schools among U.S. Universities (U.S. World & News Report 2026), we offer students the best of both worlds: the cost of a public university with the advantages of a reputable world-class research institution. 

At Temple, our goal is to make it financially possible for every qualified applicant to enroll, so we may continue to build the talented and diverse student community for which we are known. Financial aid opportunities can help you finance your education at Temple. 

  • We award more than $100 million in scholarships each year.
  • 70% of eligible first year students receive need-based aid. 
  • In recent years, more than half of our students were offered merit-based scholarships, ranging from $1,000 to full tuition.

Types of Financial Aid

  • Temple offers a variety of merit-based and individual scholarships & grants
  • Federal student aid available for eligible U.S. citizens and residents
    US Federal Student Aid
    Students who are US citizens attending the Rome Bachelor's Degree Program are eligible to file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to receive federal need-based aid. This includes the Federal Pell Grant. For more information, please see 2026-27 FAFSA | Student Financial Services | Student Financial Services. All students will be expected to adhere to the same policies as students attending Main Campus.
  • Temple supports GI Bill and Yellow Ribbon benefits for eligible military families
  • Work study or on-campus jobs available for eligible students
  • Temple offers payment plans that help students and families manage tuition bills

*All awards are subject to change based on availability for the academic year. Be sure to consult with the specific eligibility requirements and deadlines for each form of financial aid that you are applying for.

2025-2026 Bachelor Degree Program Costs*

Costs, Aid and Scholarships

All Students (First-year annual tuition for Pennsylvania residents, Non-Pennsylvania U.S. residents and International residents)

$19,608 for first year

Temple Rome Program Fee

$750 per year

Rome Permit Fee for all non-European Union citizens

$280 per year

Matriculation Fee

$242 one-time fee

Estimated cost of university-facilitated shared student apartments

$9,550 for first year

*In addition to the costs and fees above, students should expect meal and travel expenses.

 

Tuition rates for 2026–2027 will be approved by Temple’s Board of Trustees in the summer preceding the academic year. Please note that fees are subject to change.

US Federal Student Aid
Students who are US citizens attending the Rome Bachelor's Degree Program are eligible to file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to receive federal need-based aid. This includes the Federal Pell Grant. For more information, please see 2026-27 FAFSA | Student Financial Services | Student Financial Services. All students will be expected to adhere to the same policies as students attending Main Campus.

Anticipated Costs for Years 2-4
Degree-seeking students should expect expenses to be comparable to those outlined above. Tuition and fees are established annually each summer and are expected to reflect a modest yearly increase. Housing costs will vary based on the student’s selected housing arrangement, whether program-arranged or independent.

Student Housing for Years 2–4
Students who wish to reside in program-arranged housing during Years 2–4 must confirm their housing commitment in the spring semester preceding the academic year for which housing is needed. Participation in program-arranged housing is optional for Years 2–4.

Health Insurance
All degree seeking students must have health insurance for the academic year; additional information and documentation will be made available to accepted students.

    Scholarships

    Temple Rome Global Citizen Scholarship

    Full tuition for first year at Temple Rome

    This merit-based scholarship is open to all students, regardless of nationality, who are residing outside of the United States. Students are automatically considered and will be notified if they receive this scholarship by email.

    Temple Rome Merit Scholarships

    $500 to $10,000 for first year at Temple Rome

    All first-year students who complete their application by February 1 are automatically considered for merit scholarships. A separate application is not required.

    Eligibility can include a student’s academic and/or extra-curricular accomplishments. In most cases, a student’s financial need will not determine a student's eligibility for a merit scholarship.

    Students are notified of merit scholarships in late spring. Most merit scholarships at Temple require a minimum GPA to be maintained as a full-time student.

    Temple Rome Bridge Scholarship

    $500 to $3,000* to go towards housing for first year at Temple Rome

    Available only to Rome first year applicants of any nationality, this merit-based scholarship goes towards the cost of university-facilitated housing during their first year in Rome. Students must fill out a separate application to be considered for this award. 

    How much: Ranges from $500–$3,000*

    Application instructions: Please answer the following prompt, on a Word doc, in multiple paragraphs. Upload your submission in .pdf format here.

    For further information please write to: rome_entry@temple.edu. 

    Tell us about your interest in spending your first year of college at Temple Rome: 

    • What attracted you to the bachelor's degree program? 
    • What makes you anxious about the program?
    • Would studying in Rome be a financial burden to you and your family? In what       ways, specifically? 
    • How do you feel pursuing a in Rome will have an impact on your future studies or career decisions, if at all? 
    • What else do you think we should know about your family or economic situation?

    Deadline: April 1

    *All award amounts are subject to change based on availability of funding for the academic year. Be sure to consult with the specific eligibility requirements and deadlines for each scholarship that you are applying for. 

    Additional financial support

    Visit Undergraduate Admissions' Costs, Aid & Scholarships page to find more information on:

    • Financial Aid
    • Grants
    • Scholarships
    • Loans
    • Attendance Costs
    • International Student Scholarships
    Jack and Monica Pinkowski Endowed Scholarship

    The Jack and Monica Pinkowski Endowed Scholarship provides up to $10,000 in financial support to Temple Rome students who demonstrate financial need.  

    This merit-based scholarship is open to all students, regardless of nationality, and is offered to students who must meet at least one of the following criteria: completion of coursework or demonstrated knowledge in Polish or Italian studies, history, or culture; a commitment to promoting or enhancing Polish or Italian culture through service, leadership, research, creative work, or community engagement; or current membership in a recognized Polish and/or Italian cultural organization.  

    Interested students should submit a 500-word essay to explain how they meet the scholarship criteria, a cover letter that outlines their financial need, and a copy of their curriculum vitae here.  

    Deadline to apply: April 1st 

    Scholarship recipients will be selected by the Dean of Temple Rome and a scholarship committee and will be notified if they receive this scholarship by email. 

    Temple Tuition Grant

    Temple tuition grant ($1,000 per year for four years) is contingent on earning a B or better in the pre-college program “Temple Summer Academy” (Temple University, Philadelphia), or attending one of Temple University Rome's Pre-College Workshops or Temple University Rome's Pre-College Summer Program and then enrolling at Temple University Rome as a first-time, full-time freshman, and maintaining a 3.0 GPA and continuous full-time enrollment status.
     
    To apply please upload your Certificate of Participation to any of the above Temple University/Temple University Rome pre-college programs here.

    If you have any questions please contact: 
     
    *Please note that being accepted to Temple Summer Academy (TU, Philadelphia), Temple Rome Pre-College Workshops or to the Temple Rome Summer Program does not mean that you are guaranteed admission to Temple University and Temple University Rome for undergraduate or graduate study. Similarly, if your application to Temple Summer Academy or Temple Rome Pre-College Workshop or Temple Rome Summer Program is denied, it does not mean that you will not later be admitted to Temple University and Temple University Rome for undergraduate or graduate study.