Temple University is one of the largest and most diverse research institutions in the United States. In terms of research productivity, it is one of the top fifty public research universities in the country and is designated as an "RU/H—Research University/High Research Activity” by the Carnegie Foundation. Research is central to both doctoral and master's programs and provides faculty and students with opportunities to contribute to the development of new knowledge. The College, which currently has approximately 800 enrolled graduate students, provides future scholars with the knowledge and growth for future careers in academia, research, and private, public and governmental agencies.
The College of Liberal Arts, Temple’s oldest college, offers eleven Ph.D. programs and thirteen M.A. programs in the following fields: African American Studies, Anthropology, Criminal Justice, English, Creative Writing, Geography and Urban Studies, History, Philosophy, Political Science, Psychology, Religion, Sociology, and Spanish. In addition, CLA offers a Master of Liberal Arts degree, and a Graduate Certificate in Women's Studies. (For Further information on these programs see Prospective Students.)
The College is developing plans for encouraging interdisciplinary graduate research that can draw upon the faculties of more than one discipline.
Staff
Dr. Jayne Drake, Vice Dean for Academic Affairs.
Tel: 215 204 4699.
Dr. Shawn Schurr, Assistant Dean for Graduate Affairs.
Tel: 215 204 3361.
Eloise Crawford, Assistant Director of Graduate Affairs.
Tel: 215 204 6916.