Undergraduate Merit Scholarships at Temple University 2026

Eligibility Criteria for Undergraduate Merit Scholarships at Temple University 2026:

• Applicants must complete an admissions application by the relevant scholarship eligibility deadline.
• Applicants must submit at least one supporting document such as a recommendation letter or scholarship essay.
• Applicants must demonstrate academic excellence and other outstanding qualifications.
• Applicants must remain enrolled full-time if awarded (12–18 credits, or 9 credits in summer where applicable).
• Applicants must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0, or 3.2 for Diamond Scholarship recipients, to retain the award.
• Applicants must be incoming degree-seeking students.

Value of Undergraduate Merit Scholarships at Temple University 2026:

Scholarships vary depending on the award:

• Diamond Scholarship: 50% tuition for first two semesters, renewable up to six additional semesters at 100% tuition (based on GPA requirements).
• Dean’s Scholarship: 50% tuition for two consecutive semesters (subject to GPA maintenance).
• TUJ Scholarship: One-time discount on matriculation fee.
• Bridge Program Scholarship: One-time award covering the entrance fee.

Application Process:

• There is no separate scholarship application. Applicants are automatically considered when they complete their admissions application and submit at least one supporting document. Supporting materials may include:
  • Up to three letters of recommendation
  • A one-page scholarship essay explaining how the scholarship will assist the student.