To receive and retain financial aid, including the student federal Direct Loan and PLUS loan, all students (undergraduate, graduate and professional) must meet certain eligibility requirements.

• Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as early as Oct. 1 and no later than Feb. 1 (Temple's priority deadline for undergraduate students).
  • Complete your corresponding state grant application, if applicable.
  • Pennsylvania residents: Complete PA State Grant application by May 1.
  • Students must meet all PA State Grant and special programs funding eligibility requirements, including academic credit progress and semester enrollment mode policies. 
• Review regularly and complete all financial aid requirements within the TUportal. 
• Review Aid Summary for annual cost of attendance.
• Comply with Temple University’s satisfactory academic progress standards.
• Remain in good standing on educational loans and grants per the National Student Loan Database System.
• Remain enrolled at least part-time per semester for federal loans (six credits as an undergraduate student and 4.5 credits as a graduate student).
• Be enrolled in an eligible degree program at Temple University.
• Be a citizen or eligible noncitizen with a valid social security number.
• Have a high school diploma or recognized equivalent.
• Complete any and all requirements on the FAFSA Student Aid Report.