Temple College at Temple

Temple College is a private, four-year liberal arts college in Temple, Texas. Founded in 1884 by the Disciples of Christ as one of the first colleges to admit women and African Americans on an equal basis with whites. The current president is Dr. Thomas Riggs Jr., who took office September 1, 2016.

Temple College at Temple is a private, not-for-profit, four year institution of higher education in Temple, Texas. Founded in 1884 as an academy and seminary for young women, the school became a junior college after World War II and has been coeducational since 1964.

Mission: To provide undergraduate students with opportunities to develop knowledge and skills that will enable them to lead ethically responsible lives that contribute to society’s well being. 

Vision: To be recognized by the greater community as one of the top comprehensive colleges in North Central Texas. 

Values: Respectful learning environment; integrity; responsibility; social justice.

A small, private, co-ed college located in Temple Texas. The College offers associate degrees and pre-professional training programs for high school students.

Temple College is a private, liberal arts college in Temple, Texas. As an institution of higher learning that embraces multiculturalism and diversity, we offer affordable educational opportunities for students who seek to make a difference by preparing themselves academically and professionally. Our goal is to provide each student with the academic foundation needed for personal success and lifelong learning through quality programs and services that promote critical thinking, creativity, communication skills, life-long wellness habits and civic engagement.

We are committed to excellence in teaching by providing faculty members who have professional credentials related to their fields of specialization; offer instruction using innovative methods such as interactive media; encourage student involvement in research projects under faculty supervision; develop curricula which are responsive to changing needs of society.

Location: United States, Texas