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Towson University

Towson, MD • public • I | Coastal Athletic Association | FCS
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Acceptance
82.8%
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Grad Rate
68%
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Cost
$24,750 / $42,842

Overview

Institution Type
public
Campus Setting
Urban
Student Population
Undergrad: 18,205 • Total: 21,858
Academic Calendar
Semester
Address
8000 York Rd
Towson, MD
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Website
www.towson.edu
Region
Mid-Atlantic
Carnegie Classification
Bac/A&S: Baccalaureate Colleges – Arts & Sciences Focus

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution
Male: 7,643 (42.0%) • Female: 10,562 (58.0%)
Race/Ethnicity Distribution
Asian 1,284 7.1%
Black/African American 5,877 32.3%
Hispanic/Latino 1,988 10.9%
White 7,509 41.2%
Two or More Races 1,048 5.8%
International 269 1.5%

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate
82.8%
15,689 admitted from 18,948 applicants
Standardized Testing Policy
✓ Test Optional
SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)
Reading: 540-650
Math: 510-620
Total: 1050-1270
ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)
19-28
Application Types Offered
EA RD
Application Requirements
—
Application Fee
$50
Financial Aid Forms
FAFSA only
Deadlines
EA: 11/01/2025
RD: 02/01/2026

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate
67.6%
4-Year Graduation Rate
45.5%
Freshman Retention Rate
83.0%
Student-Faculty Ratio
19.5:1

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)
In-State
$24,750
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Out-of-State
$42,842
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)
In-state: $7,530
Out-of-state: $25,622
Room & Board
$16,260
Books & Supplies
$960
Average Net Price by Family Income (2022-23)
$0-30,000 $6,962
$30,001-48,000 $12,590
$48,001-75,000 $16,784
$75,001-110,000 $22,720
$110,001+ $26,396
Students Receiving Pell Grants
57%

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division
I
Conference
Coastal Athletic Association
Football
FCS
Men's Sports (6)
Baseball Basketball Football (FCS) Golf Lacrosse Swimming and Diving (combined)
Women's Sports (11)
Basketball Field Hockey Golf Gymnastics Lacrosse Soccer Softball Swimming and Diving (combined) Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)
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💰 Merit Scholarships

Typical Requirements
3.0 GPA
In-State Awards
$5,000/yr
Out-of-State Awards
$5,000/yr
Multi-Year Awards
$500-$1,500 total
10 automatic scholarships (15 total)
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Common questions about Towson University

What is Towson University's acceptance rate?
Towson University accepts 83% of applicants, from 18,948 applications.
How much does Towson University cost?
Tuition and fees are $7,530 in-state and $25,622 out-of-state. Families earning under $30,000 pay $6,962 on average after aid.
Does Towson University require SAT or ACT scores?
Towson University does not require SAT or ACT scores for admission.
What ACT score do you need for Towson University?
The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 19 and 28 on the ACT.
What is Towson University's graduation rate?
68% of students graduate within six years.