In-Person Orientation

Students living within 150 miles of Temple's Main campus in Philadelphia will attend an in-person First-Year Orientation. We encourage all students, including those more than 150 miles from campus, to join in-person First-year Orientation if you are able to!

When will it happen?

First-Year Orientation sessions will take place between June 30, 2025 and July 31, 2025. The dates available to you are based on your school and college and distance from campus. You will see a list of currently available dates for you when you log into the reservation system via your TUportal Next Steps channel.

Session details and sample schedule

Check-in time: 8 a.m. - 8:45 a.m.
Location: Temple Performing Arts Center (1837 N Broad St., Philadelphia, PA, 19122)
Parking: provided in the Liacouras Garage (1710 N 15th St, Philadelphia, PA 19122)
Meals:

Please plan to eat breakfast on your own before check-in
Lunch will be provided at the Esposito Dining Center at Johnson and Hardwick Halls

The program will end at 5:00pm

What to bring:

9-Digit TUID number
AccessNet username and password (log in for TUPortal/TUmail)
Writing utensil (pen or pencil)
Casual and comfortable clothing and shoes (don't forget to check the weather!)
Please do not bring: alcohol, drugs, or weapons; pets; valuables or expensive electronics

Overnight Early Arrival

Traveling from a distance? If you live more than 150 miles from Temple's main campus you may opt for an Early Arrival and arrive the night before your scheduled First-Year Orientation session and stay in on-campus housing for a $25 early arrival fee.

Orientation Early Arrival application

Parent and Family Orientation

Interested in bringing a family member or guest to orientation? Learn more about our virtual and in-person Parent and Family Orientation programs.

Parent and Family Orientation

Accommodations

We want to ensure that all students are able to fully participate in Orientation. If there are concerns about how we will deliver orientation content, please contact us at [click-for-email]. If you will require accommodations for placement assessments or your orientation, please visit Disability Resources and Services to request accommodations.

OwlVenture Program

Interested in an extended experience? See a different side of Temple University with the new OwlVenture Program – an overnight experience at the scenic Ambler Campus and Arboretum. The program includes 1-night tent camping, a low ropes challenge course, teambuilding activities, a pool party, evening s’mores around the campfire, and more! Learn more about the OwlVenture Program.