Living on campus means living in the center of it all.
Living in an on-campus residence hall at Temple is about more than where you’ll be studying and sleeping; it’s your opportunity to make new friends and discover your community, whether you’re a student-athlete, transfer student or away from home for the first time.
More than 7,500 students live on or near Main Campus. As a resident within University Housing, you will experience programs and events facilitated by the resident assistants, community council, peer mentors, resident coordinators and our resident directors. Our Residential Curriculum is rooted in self-exploration, relationship development, and social and cultural awareness, as well as building our own communities and connections.
Most first-year students choose to live on campus. Here’s what to know.
- On-campus housing is guaranteed for first-year students who committed to Temple by May 15 (extended from May 1) by paying both the tuition and housing deposits. Deposits are still being accepted but please note that housing will be determined on a space-available basis.
- Transfer student housing options are also available, on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Accessible and gender-inclusive housing options are available.
- We have several Living Learning Communities where students who share a common interest, such as entrepreneurship, can be part of an experiential, residential community.
On-campus Residence Halls
Temple’s residence halls offer a variety of living experiences, from apartment-style to doubles and singles. Learn more about each of our University Housing options below. Be sure to take a virtual tour of each of our residence halls on our tour page.
Suite-style floor plans include at least two, two-person bedrooms and include two half bathrooms—one with a sink and a toilet and another with a sink and a shower. This residence hall also provides accommodations for students with disabilities.
Suite-style floor plans include at least two, two-person bedrooms and include two half bathrooms—one with a sink and a toilet and another with a sink and a shower. This residence hall also provides accommodations for students with disabilities.
Suite-style floor plans include at least two, two-person bedrooms and include two half bathrooms—one with a sink and a toilet and another with a sink and a shower. This residence hall also provides accommodations for students with disabilities.
Apartment-style floor plans in Morgan Hall include a kitchen and dining space, multiple bedrooms and bathrooms, as well as a common space. All apartments accommodate between four and five students. This residence hall also provides accommodations for students with disabilities.
Apartment-style floor plans all have private bathrooms and fully equipped kitchens. Units can accommodate either three, six or seven students. This residence hall also provides accommodations for students with disabilities.
Traditional-style floor plans have a common hallway with bedrooms on either side, and residents share a gendered bathroom by floor.
Specialty Housing and Accessibility
We strive to accommodate our students’ residential experience in a way that best serves their educational and cultural experiences. Keep reading to learn more about our specialty housing options.
Living Learning Communities
Living Learning Communities (LLC) are residential communities of students who share a common interest, and they’re incredibly popular. Each community has dedicated a professional staff member as well as student staff members. Staff and faculty work to develop an intentional cocurriculum based on the theme of each LLC, and work with student staff living on the floors to create an experiential community.
Housing for Students with Disabilities
In collaboration with the Office of Disability Resources and Services (DRS), a broad range of housing options have been reserved for eligible students.
Gender-inclusive Housing
Our students’ needs are diverse and University Housing and Residential Life’s mission is to to cultivate responsible community members by developing inclusive living and learning environments. Gender-inclusive housing is a strictly opt-in housing accommodation, and students must expressly state their desire for this type of housing.
How to Secure On-campus Housing
Once you submit your enrollment and housing deposits through your TUportal, you can self-select your top choices of housing options. Remember, on-campus housing is available for first-year students if they commit to Temple by paying both the tuition and housing deposits by May 15 (extended from May 1). Selections are first come, first served, though. To get your top housing choice, start the selection process as early as possible.
You can also pick a meal plan at the same time—all new students living in University Housing are required to purchase a meal plan.
Dining Options and Meal Plans
We’ve kept what’s most important to you in mind, building in the convenience, flexibility, quality, value and healthy options you deserve. Explore our meal plan options to learn more about what would be the best fit for you. Check out some frequently asked questions about meal plans below.
On the first floor of Morgan Hall North, you’ll find a food court with popular eateries such as Panda Express. Upstairs, on the second floor, is a more traditional college dining center where options include breakfast and brunch specials, daily vegan and vegetarian entrées, fresh produce and more. Morgan Hall Dining Center also offers convenient grab-n-go meals and allergen-free dishes for guests with special dietary needs.
This food court is located inside the Student Center, which is centrally located on campus and also houses several student activities and services. Expect to find several fast food and fast casual dining from national chains, such as BurgerFi® and Saladworks®. There’s a Starbucks®, too, in the Student Center Lobby.
Temple is known for its unique variety of food trucks representing food from all over the world. No matter where you are on campus, you’re always near a food truck. Whether you crave a snack (warm, just-baked cookies, anyone?) or something more filling (Korean-Mexican burrito bowl?), you’re covered. There’s an option for all cravings and diets.
This dining hall is located on the bottom floor of Johnson and Hardwick Halls, and caters to fit a variety of needs and preferences. Options include traditional breakfast for those early mornings, such as cereal, eggs and pancakes. Lunch and dinner feature a large selection of cuisines, such as a vegan sauté station; grill for burgers and fries; various sandwiches and entrées; and daily rotating specials. This dining center is a nut-free facility with choices for all diets, including Kosher and Halal options upon request.
Meal Plans
We know you’ll have lots of questions about which meal plan is right for you. Below, we include answers to frequently asked questions from incoming students.
