Towson University
Towson, MD · Public · Bachelor's degrees · City
Overall Grade
Find College Degrees rating
About Towson University
Towson University (TU or Towson) is a public university in Towson, Maryland, United States. Founded in 1866 as Maryland's first training school for teachers, Towson University is a part of the University System of Maryland. Since its founding, the university has evolved into eight subsidiary colleges with over 20,000 students. Its 329-acre campus is situated in Baltimore County, Maryland, eight miles north of downtown Baltimore. Towson is one of the largest public universities in Maryland and produces the most teachers of any university in the state.
Excerpt from Wikipedia, available under CC BY-SA.
82%
Acceptance
$17,413
Net price
16,136
Enrollment
69%
Grad rate
Report Card
Academics
Graduation & retention rates
Value
Earnings vs. cost of attendance
Career Outcomes
Graduate earnings after 10 years
Affordability
Average net price after aid
Selectivity
How hard it is to get in
Diversity
Racial & ethnic balance of students
Grades are computed from official U.S. Department of Education metrics (graduation, cost, earnings, selectivity and student diversity).
Admissions
82%
Acceptance rate
1,095
SAT average
24
ACT midpoint
Bars show the middle 50% (25th–75th percentile) of admitted students.
Cost & Financial Aid
$17,413
Average net price
$11,728
In-state tuition
$29,820
Out-of-state tuition
$16,260
Room & board
$960
Books & supplies
$28,535
Total cost of attendance
36%
Students receiving Pell grants
42%
Students with federal loans
$18,718
Median student debt
Average net price by family income
Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.
Popular Majors
After Graduation
$64,390
Median earnings (10 yrs)
$54,302
Median earnings (6 yrs)
69%
Graduation rate
83%
Retention rate
86%
Earn more than a HS grad
$10,084
Instructional spend / student
Student Body
16,136
Total enrollment
11%
Part-time
21
Avg. age at entry
29%
First-generation
Gender balance
Race & ethnicity
Towson University FAQ
Is Towson University a public or private school?
Towson University is a public institution located in Towson, MD.
What is the acceptance rate at Towson University?
Towson University has an acceptance rate of 82%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
How much does Towson University cost?
The average annual net price at Towson University is $17,413 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $11,728 in-state and $29,820 out-of-state.
What is the graduation rate at Towson University?
About 69% of students at Towson University complete their degree, according to federal completion data.
How much do Towson University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, Towson University students earn a median of $64,390 per year.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Towson University?
Admitted students at Towson University have an average SAT score of 1,095 and an ACT midpoint of 24. Requirements vary, so check the school's admissions office for the latest.
How many students attend Towson University?
Towson University enrolls about 16,136 students.
Campus
Campus photo via Wikimedia Commons — Katie Simmons-Barth Photography from Baltimore, USA · CC BY 2.0. Additional images are representative.
Student Reviews
No reviews yet
Attended Towson University? Be the first to share your experience.
Similar Colleges
University of Maryland Global Campus
Adelphi, MD · Public
- $22,063
- Net price
- Open
- Admit rate
- 49,664
- Enrolled
University of Maryland-College Park
College Park, MD · Public
- $15,678
- Net price
- 45%
- Admit rate
- 30,760
- Enrolled
Community College of Baltimore County
Baltimore, MD · Public
- $9,844
- Net price
- Open
- Admit rate
- 13,872
- Enrolled
Montgomery College
Rockville, MD · Public
- $8,027
- Net price
- Open
- Admit rate
- 13,773
- Enrolled