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Admissions

How to Apply

To apply, submit Temple's online graduate application along with an application fee of $60. 

Applicants must have completed their bachelor’s degree. An undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or an undergraduate GPA of 2.5 with two to four years of relevant professional experience is preferred.

Candidates will be asked to submit the following along with their application.

Résumé

A current professional résumé is required.

Transcripts

Temple University requires transcripts from each academic institution from which you earned credit for coursework. Copies of transcripts may be used during the admissions process; however, Temple University requires officials of any admitted student.  

Additional documentation may be required for non-US academic institutions, such as marksheet and diploma. For such institutions, please review these guidelines from Temple University’s Graduate School.   

Letters of Recommendation

One letter of recommendation is required. Professional references from an immediate supervisor, current or past, are preferred. Academic references are acceptable.  

Within the application, enter your reference’s contact information. References are then invited to upload their letters of recommendation. We encourage you to submit your application while waiting for recommendations to be completed. 

Essay

Submit one essay that addresses your professional plans and goals. Your essay should also address the following questions. 

  • What past experiences prepared or motivated you to pursue a Master of Accountancy degree?
  • How would you expect to change over the courses of the program?
  • What personal and professional values and skills do you hope to acquire beyond the academic content?
  • How will obtaining the Master of Accountancy degree help you achieve your career goals?
Standardized Test Scores

Candidates with an undergraduate GPA below 3.0 are required to submit a Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) or Graduate Record Examinations (GRE) general test score. Official scores must be reported from a GMAT or GRE test taken within the last five years.

Official electronic transcripts must be sent to or mail original transcripts to the following address.

Temple University College of Liberal Arts
GIS PSM Program Graduate Admissions Committee
308 Gladfelter Hall
1115 W. Polett Walk  
Philadelphia, PA 19122-6089

Additional Requirements for International Applicants

For applicants whose native language is not English, the TOEFL, IELTS or PTE examinations are required. Scores should meet the following minimums.

  • TOEFL iBT: 88
  • IELTS Academic: 6.5
  • PTE Academic: 60

See more detailed instructions on applying to Temple as an international student.

Questions

If you have questions about the Geographic Information Systems PSM admissions process, contact
Jessica Brennan, an administrator in the Geography and Urban Studies Department.
Phone: 215-204-7577 
Email:  

Application Deadlines

  • Fall Application Deadline: March 1
  • Fall Late Application Deadline: July 1
  • Spring Application Deadline: Nov. 1
  • Spring Late Application Deadline: Dec. 7 
  • Summer Application Deadline: April 15

Applications are processed as they are received. Late applications may be considered for admission.