At Temple University's College of Public Health, students are embraced by a supportive and inclusive community that fosters collaboration, mentorship and personal growth, ensuring a seamless transition into an enriching and impactful academic journey. We know you'll find your place here—your possibilities are endless!
At the College of Public Health, students engage in forward-thinking curricula designed to cultivate the next generation of public health leaders and innovators. Our diverse program offerings emphasize practical experience, interdisciplinary learning, and a commitment to addressing real-world health challenges. Through hands-on projects, community partnerships and immersive fieldwork, students are equipped to make impactful contributions in their fields.
Next steps after depositing
You've committed to the College of Public Health—welcome! Review the steps below to learn what you should do next.
Monitor your 'Next Steps' channel
Monitor your ‘Next Steps’ channel on the TUportal homepage to keep on top of the tasks on your to-do list, and be sure to complete them all.
Send transcripts
Send your most up-to-date official transcript to Temple Admissions (if you haven’t already). This allows us to make sure your record is accurate.
Familiarize yourself with your major
Familiarize yourself with your major by exploring the Bulletin. Is this major the best option for you based on your goals and what you want to do in the future?
Do you have questions or aren't sure? Reach out to the designated academic advisor for your program for help.
Register for orientation
Review information on Orientation, complete the necessary steps, and sign up!
Orientation is where you’ll meet your academic advisor; learn about your major, university policies, and TUportal; and register for your classes.
Check out the campus map
Completed your orientation and course registration? Great! Now it’s time to explore the campus map to get a feel for Temple and see where your classes are held.
Don’t forget to sign up for a campus tour!
Explore additional resources
Feeling comfortable navigating campus? Wondering what else there is to know? Check out university resources and our calendar of events to see what’s going on at Temple this semester!
Review your course schedule
As we get closer to the beginning of the semester, make sure to review your course schedule to become familiar with it and account for any changes.
Have questions about a particular class? Reach out to your program's academic advisor for assistance.
Convocation
Convocation is a formal ceremony that takes place the week before the first day of fall semester classes, celebrating the arrival of new undergraduate students. University leadership and other special guests will gather in the Liacouras Center to welcome the new class. Attendance is required for new first-year and transfer students. Additionally, each college hosts a meeting for its incoming class on the day of Convocation.
Resources for transfer students
The College of Public Health understands that transitioning to a new school can be challenging. Our New Transfer Student Task Force is here to assist in making the journey a smooth and successful one. The Task Force helps transfer students thrive in their new environment, ensuring seamless integration into our campus community.
Our guide on navigating "transfer shock"—a phenomenon that affects students who transfer from one college institution to another during their first semester—provides helpful information and tools to prepare transfer students for this adjustment.
Shimei Brown
Exercise and sport science major
My advisors made the transition a lot less stressful and put me on the path to success.
Additionally, the College of Public Health and Temple University offer resources to help with navigating campus, promoting academic success, getting involved in activities, assisting with financial aid, prioritizing mental health and more. Explore college and university resources available to students.
Events
The Task Force hosts events to foster academic and social engagement and build a sense of community and integration. At these sessions, transfer students can get to know new people, explore resources that the college and university have to offer, and learn academic skills needed to succeed at Temple.
A Welcome Event is held each semester where recent College of Public Health undergraduate transfer students have the opportunity to meet staff and fellow students. The event features a continuing transfer student panel, where continuing students respond to questions about their transition to Temple and provide tips to help the new students in attendance.
Events in the Coffee and Community series are an opportunity for recent College of Public Health undergraduate transfer students to connect with their peers over coffee and dessert. Attendees can engage in fun activities as well as obtain academic resource information.
Get involved
You've made it to campus—now get involved! Join a student organization, explore the vibrant city of Philadelphia, and leverage our career services to enhance your academic and professional journey.