Temple University

Temple University is a selective law school with an acceptance rate of approximately 24%. Admitted students present strong academic records, and LSAT scores play a meaningful role in distinguishing candidates in a competitive applicant pool. Falling below the 25th percentile LSAT cutoff significantly reduces admission odds, while scores above the 75th percentile place applicants in a strong competitive position. Enrolled students posted LSAT scores from 162 at the 25th percentile to 168 at the 75th percentile, a typical 6-point spread that reflects a fairly defined applicant profile. Applicants should approach this school as a realistic target if their credentials align with the reported medians.

Temple University sits in the mid-range tuition tier relative to ABA-accredited law schools. The full-time non-resident tuition is $48,996 per year plus $1,549 in required fees. Living costs off campus are estimated at $27,812 per year. While not among the highest-cost programs, three-year total costs remain significant — typically $146,988 in tuition alone. Merit scholarships, where available, provide meaningful leverage for cost reduction. Prospective students are encouraged to model total cost of attendance including living expenses and compare net cost across admitted institutions before making a final enrollment decision.

Scholarship funding at Temple University is widely distributed: 90% of full-time students receive some form of grant aid. The substantial median scholarship of $31,334 per year — ranging from $22,271 at the 25th percentile to $41,500 at the 75th percentile — indicates that merit and need-based awards are broadly available. This high grant prevalence suggests that applicants with above-median academic credentials have a realistic opportunity to reduce their cost of attendance meaningfully. Prospective students should request a scholarship estimate directly from the financial aid office and should not assume that the sticker price reflects what most students actually pay.