Is there a GPA requirement for admission to a +1 program?
Yes. All programs require a minimum 3.25 cumulative GPA for admission. Students with a GPA close to but not yet at 3.25 are still welcome to apply. Applications will be continuously reviewed to take into account new grades and an updated cumulative GPA. 

I am a transfer student. Can I still participate in this program?
Yes. You must have a 3.25 cumulative GPA from the transferring institution. If you are coming in as a Junior year entrant you must have no more than 4 semesters left at Temple. If you are coming in as a Senior year entrant you must no more than 2 semesters left at Temple.

I am a part-time student. Can I still participate in this program?
No. As per university policy regarding +1 Accelerated Programs, all participating students must be full-time.

How many graduate courses will I be taking as an undergraduate?
Three or four graduate courses. Senior year entrants may take no more than three graduate courses. Please check your desired +1 program for specific requirements. 

Will my graduate courses count for undergraduate credit?
Yes. As part of the agreement with your undergraduate college, the graduate courses will count for undergraduate credit on your undergraduate transcript, either as major elective or free elective credit (check your desired +1 program for details). After you complete your undergraduate degree have formally matriculated into the graduate program, the graduate level indicator will be added to these same courses. These courses/credits will then also count towards the graduate degree credit requirements.

What happens to my graduate courses if I opt out of the +1 program before I complete my undergraduate degree?
Completed graduate courses will remain on your undergraduate transcript as undergraduate credit.

What happens to my graduate courses if I opt out of the +1 program after I complete my undergraduate degree?
Completed graduate courses will remain on your undergraduate transcript as undergraduate credit.

If I choose not to complete my +1 year at Temple, will my graduate level courses transfer as graduate level credit to a different institution?
Your graduate courses will appear as credits on your undergraduate transcript. It would be up to the other institution as to how the credits would transfer.

Can I take a leave of absence before starting my +1 year?
It is possible. You will need to file a leave of absence request with the College of Science and Technology’s Graduate School prior to the start of the +1 year. You may take one or two semesters of leave as allowed by the Temple University leave of absence policy after your undergraduate graduation.

I have an undergraduate scholarship.  If I earn my bachelor’s degree in less than 8 semesters, can I apply the remaining balance to my graduate tuition?
No. Undergraduate scholarships are awarded for undergraduate studies. Contact Student Financial Service for the specific terms of your award.

How and when do I become fully transitioned to graduate level status?
In your senior year, you must formally apply to the College of Science and Technology Graduate School. After your application is approved and you have completed all requirements for the baccalaureate degree, then you will become a CST Graduate student.

What happens if my GPA falls below 3.00 and/or I fall below full-time status and/or I earn less than a B grade in a graduate course and/or I do not graduate with my baccalaureate degree in the required semesters and/or I do not apply to the Graduate School by the required deadline?
For any of the above reasons you will be de-enrolled from the +1 Accelerated Program.

What if I am not accepted?
You may still apply for the graduate program upon completion of your bachelor’s degree.