Academic Advising and Student Services

Temple University Center City provides academic advising, enrollment guidance and student support for degree-seeking and non-degree students. Interested students can receive assistance with course enrollment, transfer options, academic planning and connecting with the appropriate Temple school or college.

Whether you are taking courses as a non-degree student, pursuing a Temple degree or transferring from another college or university, Center City staff can help you navigate your academic options.

General Student Information

Most Temple University schools and colleges offer credit courses at Temple University Center City.

To enroll in undergraduate courses, students must have a high school diploma or G.E.D. Students transferring from another college or university should have a GPA of at least 2.0 and provide an official or unofficial transcript showing their previous academic work.

Academic Advising for Non-Degree Students

Non-degree students can take Temple University courses for professional development, personal enrichment or to explore future admission to a Temple degree program. Visiting students from other colleges and universities are also welcome.

Academic advising is available to help non-degree students explore course options, transfer opportunities and career-related questions.

Advising appointments are required and can be conducted through Zoom or by telephone.

To schedule an advising appointment, call 215-204-5763 or email .

Academic Advising for Degree Students

Students admitted to a Temple University degree program receive academic advising through their school or college.

Several Temple schools and colleges hold advising hours at Temple University Center City.

College of Liberal Arts

Visit the College of Liberal Arts academic advising page to schedule an advising appointment.

Fox School of Business

Graduate Advising

MBA and MS students can call 215-204-7678 for advising hours and appointments. When scheduling, specify that you want the appointment to take place at Temple University Center City.

Undergraduate Advising

Undergraduate students can schedule appointments through the Fox School of Business online appointment system.

Bachelor of General Studies

Bachelor of General Studies students can receive personalized academic support from the University College Academic and Student Services team.

Contact the BGS team at 215-204-6565 or .

Other Degree Programs

Students enrolled in degree programs not listed above can contact the Temple University Center City Assistant Director for Academic and Student Services. Staff can provide a student's most recent Degree Audit Report System (DARS) document and help explain the information.

Call 215-204-5763 to schedule an appointment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I take classes at Temple University Center City without being admitted to a degree program?

Yes. Non-degree students can take Temple University courses for professional development, personal enrichment or to explore future enrollment in a degree program.

How do I schedule academic advising at Center City?

Non-degree students can call 215-204-5763 or email  to schedule an appointment. Advising appointments are required.

Are Center City advising appointments available online?

Yes. Advising appointments can be conducted through Zoom, Webex or by telephone depending on the advising service.

Can transfer students receive advising at Center City?

Yes. Advisers can discuss transfer options with students who have previously attended another college or university.

Who provides advising for degree students?

Degree students receive advising through their Temple school or college. Several schools and colleges maintain advising hours at Temple University Center City.

What are the requirements to enroll in undergraduate courses?

Students enrolling in undergraduate courses must have a high school diploma or G.E.D. Transfer students should also provide a transcript of their previous academic work and should have a GPA of at least 2.0.