Admission Requirements for Graduate Programs at Temple University

Kinesiology Integrative Exercise Physiology, M.S. - No GRE

Admission requirements for the MSAT at Temple’s College of Public Health:

• A baccalaureate degree or its equivalent from an accredited post-secondary institution, with a minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 (or the functional equivalent).
• Three letters of recommendation.
• Official transcripts from all the undergraduate institutions attended.
• Statement of goals.
• Current professional resume or CV that includes the relevant clinical and research experiences.
• GRE scores are not required, but recommended.

PhD in School Psychology: GRE is required

Admission requirements for Ph.D. in School Psychology: 

• Statement of Goals
• A GRE score is required : There is no minimum or average GRE score mentioned
• Resume
• Writing Sample : This should be a paper written for a course within the past five years. Expect an op-ed to be published in an renowned newspaper
• Advanced Standing
• Clearances of clear criminal history
• Official transcripts

This program does not require the students to have a master's degree.

This program does may require an interview with the faculty admissions committee after the application is complete

The Temple University Master of Science in Education program in Applied Behavior Analysis admission requirements are:-

• Two Letters of recommendation should come from individuals who can provide insight into the applicant's academic competence. References from college or university faculty members are recommended.
• A bachelor's degree is required for admission, and applicants are expected to have a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
• Applicants must provide a statement of goals consisting of 500 to 1,000 words. This statement should outline the applicant's motivation for pursuing a master's degree, focusing on their career aspirations, academic interests, and relevant academic and professional experiences.
• A current resume is a required component of the application.
• Following the submission of a complete application, an interview with the faculty admissions committee may be required.
• Official transcripts from all accredited institutions attended and from which credit was earned must be submitted.
• Students who have completed the Applied Behavior Analysis Graduate Certificate or Autism Endorsement Graduate Certificate may apply up to 12 credits earned in these certificate programs toward the MSEd program.

MS in Computational Data Science - GRE Required

The admission requirements for Master of Science in Computational Data Science are:

• Transcripts: Academic transcripts must be officially sealed from each college and university previously attended, including Temple University.
• Recommendations: Three letters of recommendation from Computer Science faculty and professionals.
• Goals Statement: In approximately 500 to 1,000 words, describe your specific interest in Temple's program as well as your academic and research achievements, future career aspirations, and research goals.
• Test Scores: The GRE is required. Your scores should be in the 75th percentile in the quantitative section and the 25th percentile in the verbal section. Most students submit scores far above the minimum.
• Resume: A current professional resume is required.

Physician Assistant, M.M.S.

All applicants to the M.M.S. program must apply via the Centralized Application Service for Physician Assistants (CASPA). The system can be accessed at https://caspa.liaisoncas.com/. A supplemental application is also required to be submitted directly to Temple University at https://www.temple.edu/apply/common/appcheck.asp. Submission of the supplemental application generates the applicant’s TUid number. The CASPA application will not be considered without the assigned TUid.

All applications must be submitted, completed, and verified by CASPA no later than January 15. As this is a self-managed process, applicants are expected to monitor the status, including submission and receipt, of all application materials through the CASPA applicant portal. As CASPA processing may take up to six weeks, we strongly recommend that all application materials be received by CASPA by December 1.

Applications are processed throughout the year as they are received. Thus, it is in the applicant's best interest to apply early to this highly competitive degree program. Deadline extensions for incomplete applications are not available.

1. Letter of References: 3

2. Bachelor's Degree in Discipline/Related Discipline: A baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college or university in the United States or Canada is required.

3. Statement of Goals: In approximately 500 to 1,000 words, describe your interest in Temple's Physician Assistant graduate program, your research interests and past experiences, your future career goals, and your academic and research achievements.

4. Standardized Test Scores: The GRE or MCAT test scores must have been taken within three years of matriculation. Applicants with GRE scores must contact ETS to request release of GRE scores through CASPA.

5. Resume: Current resume or CV required.

6. Citizenship: Due to limitations on U.S. government-subsidized financing for medical education, Temple University only considers applications from U.S. citizens or non-citizens who have permanent resident or refugee/asylee status with the U.S. Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS). Applicants with permanent resident or refugee/asylee status need to provide a copy of official INS documentation when completing the CASPA application.

Master of Landscape Architecture - GRE not required

The Master of Landscape Architecture requires the following: 

• 4-year bachelor’s degree (or equivalent),
• GPA 3.0,
• writing sample,
• three letters of recommendation,
• academic records or transcripts,
• portfolio

Prospective students are encouraged to visit the website and navigate to the admission section for comprehensive information on the admission process.

GRE is not required for the Master of Landscape Architecture.