Temple Votes is committed to providing comprehensive voter registration, education, and mobilization efforts at Temple University. It is a non-partisan initiative led by a committee of students, faculty, administrators, and voter education organizations. We have been designated as a Voter Friendly Campus by the Campus Vote Project and NASPA!
2025 Municipal Election Dates
Oct. 20
Last day to register to vote in PA
Oct. 28
Deadline to request a mail-in or absentee ballot in PA
Nov. 4
Municipal election
Get Registered
Students can choose to register to vote at your address on/near campus or at your permanent home address. The most important things to consider are where you feel is most convenient and motivating to actually vote.
To vote in Pennsylvania, you must first register to vote at least 15 days before the election.
- Check your current registration status
- Register to vote - Note that you must re-register to vote every time you move to a different location on or around Temple's campus. This includes if you are moving out at the end of the year.
- Check to see if you have already enrolled in the annual mail-in ballot request. If so, ensure that your address is updated in the event you are moving out of campus housing, for example.
Get Informed
Below are some helpful links about processes and what to expect, but if you have additional questions, email [click-for-email].
- What should I expect as a First Time Voter?
- How do I vote by mail in PA?
- I want to vote in-person. Where is my polling location? - Vote.otg Poll Lookup
- Are there voting resources available for people with disabilities?
- Who will be on my ballot? - Sample Ballot Lookup via Ballotpedia
- Know your rights as a voter - Vote.org Election Protection Information
Get Mobilized
Now that you are registered and informed, don't miss your chance to make your voice heard.
- Make a Plan: When, where, and with whom will you vote?
- Bring ID: Know what forms of ID to bring with you to vote. In Pennsylvania, there are multiple forms of ID that work for first-time voters. For other states, check your state guide for acceptable forms.
- Check Your Ballot: If you are voting by mail in PA, you can track the status of your ballot.
