Temple Law School
General Info
Located at the Main Campus of Temple University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the Temple University James E. Beasley School of Law, informally referred to as Temple Law School, has operated continuously since its founding in 1895. Originally named "The Philadelphia Law School of the Temple College," the Law School was renamed "The Temple University School of Law" in 1910. In recognition of a major endowment gift by James E. Beasley, a Temple Law graduate and distinguished Philadelphia lawyer, the Temple board of trustees changed the official name of the Law School in 1999 to The James E. Beasley School of Law of Temple University. A full history of Temple Law may be read here. Today, the Law School uses both the traditional Socratic method and the Problem method in teaching legal theory and skills. In recent years, much emphasis has been placed on developing real world skills, and students are encouraged to participate in intensive Trial Advocacy or Transactional programs as well as clinicals. As of July, 2006, the Law School has the second-highest Pennsylvania Bar Examination passage rate of any Pennsylvania law school.
Contact information
- (Website) https://www.law.temple.edu/
- (Admissions Dean) lawadmis@temple.edu
- (Location) Philadelphia, PA
Temple Law School Admissions
Temple Law School is considered a Competitive law school, which accepts only 44% of its applicants. Comparatively, Temple is Lower than the average cost for law school.
| Applications | Offers | Matriculated | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class of 2028 | 1956 | 844 (43.15%) | 217 (11.1%) |
| 25% | Median | 75% | |
| GPA | 3.29 | 3.50 | 3.69 |
| LSAT | 155 | 160 | 162 |
Tuition And Financial Aid
| In-State Resident | Non-Resident | |
|---|---|---|
| Full Time | $23,336 | $36,336 |
| Part Time | $18,837 | $29,244 |
Living Expenses
- Living on-campus: $22,360
- Living off-campus: $22,360
- Living at home: $15,568
Important Dates
- Early Decision 1: N/A
- Early Decision 2: N/A
- Regular Decision: 04/01
- Application Fee: $60
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Temple Law School Community
Temple Law School is considered to have a Favorable student to faculty ratio. The average class size for 1L sections is approximately Above Average compared to other law schools. Student diversity at Temple is Below Average.
Student body
Faculty Statistics
- Full Time: 58
- Part Time: 123
Faculty
- # Female Faculty: 75
- # Minority Faculty: 29
Ratio
11.8 Students
1 Faculty
Housing Options
- On Campus Housing: Yes
- Graduate Housing: Yes
- Law Specific Housing: No
Temple Law School Curriculum
The size of 1L sections affects the quality and consistency of teaching in law schools. Generally with smaller 1L section sizes, students receive more individualized attention. Temple Law School 1L section size is 33% larger than law schools in Pennsylvania and 29% larger than all PUBLIC law schools.
1L Section Size Comparison
Positions Available in Advanced Courses
- Simulation Courses: 802
- Faculty Supervised Clinics: 223
Students Involved in Advanced Activities
- Field Placements: 271
- Law Journals: 131
- Moot Court/Mock Trials: 0
Attrition Rates
- First Year: 7.4%
- Second Year: 4.2%
- Third Year: 0.4%
- Fourth Year: 0.0%
Temple Law School Employment
Deciding to attend law school requires a large financial investment with the goal of securing employment upon graduation. The Temple Law School class of 2023 had an employment rate of 89% with 2% pursuing an additional degree.
Employment Comparison
In 2023, 76.1%% of students reported their employment status 9-months after graduation.
Type of Employment
- Law Firms: 46.0%
- Business: 17.0%
- Government: 10.0%
- Public Interest: 9.0%
- Academia: 3.0%
- Pennsylvania: 68%
- New Jersey: 9%
- Delaware: 6%
Bar Passage Rates
- Reporting: 76.1%
- First Time Takers: 264
- Average School: 84.1%
- Average State: 80.9%
- Pass Difference: 3.2%
Top Bar Jurisdiction
- Pennsylvania: 80.9%
- Passed: 169 of 201 (84.1%)
- State Average: 80.9%
- Difference: 3.2%