Towson, MD

Towson University

At a Glance
Admission, Tuition, Population, and more
Updated: July 13, 2024
Towson University is a four-year, public school located in Towson, MD.
It is classified as Master's College and University (larger programs) by Carnegie Classification.
Towson University is accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education.

82% Acceptance Rate

For 2024-25 admission, 19,777 applied, 16,212 accepted, and 2,947 enrolled in Towson.
1,129 men and 1,818 women first-time, full-time students enrolled.
Admission Stats

1,090 SAT, 23 ACT

In 2024-25, the average SAT score is 1,090 and ACT score is 23. The SAT score of 1090 is average, 50 to 59 as in percentile.
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SAT Score
Total95010901235
Evidence-Based Reading and Writing490560635
Math460530600
ACT Score
Composite192327
Math161925
English192327
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2025 Tuition & Fees

The 2025 undergraduate tuition & fees are $11,728 for Maryland residents and $29,820 for others.
The graduate tuition & fees are $12,636 for Maryland residents and $22,860 for others.
Tuition has increased by 5.27% compared to last year at Towson University.
Cost Breakdown

Financial Aid

9,674 undergraduate students have awarded and the average amount of the aid awarded is $10,939.
For freshmen, 2,173 students (82%) have received financial aid and its average amount is $11,565.
Detailed Financial Aid

Student Population

A total of 19,401 students enrolled Towson in 2025.
By gender, 7,462 men and 11,939 women students are enrolled.
There are 16,264 undergraduate and 3,137 graduate students.
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146 Major Programs

  • 40 programs through online
  • 51 graduate programs

Offered Degrees

  • Certificate Programs
  • Bachelor's
  • Master's
  • Doctorate
  • Post-graduate Certificate
Area of Study

Graduation Rate

The graduation rate of Towson is 69% and the transfer-out rate is 19%.
The retention rate is 83% for full-time and 83% for part-time students.
Graduation Rate
69%
Transfer-out Rate
19%
Retention Rate
83%
Students to Faculty Ratio
14 to 1
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Facutly & Staffs

A total of 1,677 faculties (instructional staffs) are working for Towson and the average faculty salary is $89,749. The studetns to faculty ratio is 14 to 1.
There are 3,199 non-instructional staffs and the average staff salary is $84,550.
Number of Faculties
1,677
Average Faculty Salary
$89,749
Number of Staffs
3,199
Average Staff Salary
$84,550

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning (online classes)
  • ROTC
  • Study Abroad
  • Teacher Certificate

On-Campus Services

  • Academic/career counseling
  • Employment services for students
  • Placement services
  • On-Campus Daycare
  • Libraries
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Athletics

Towson University is a member of Coastal Athletic Association (CAA).
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