B
Good
Score: 65/100

Towson University

4-Year Public
📍 Towson, Maryland 21252
Outcomes
B+
79/100
Affordability
C+
57/100
Resources
C+
60/100
Experience
A
86/100
Prestige
C
44/100

Quick Stats

19,527
Total Enrollment
68%
Graduation Rate
83%
Retention Rate
14.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
83%
Acceptance Rate
$15,064
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Towson University

7% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 1,425 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$0
For parents & investors

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🏆 Where Towson University Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#4
Radio, Television, and Digital Communication, Other
of 12 schools
#5
Human Services, General
of 100 schools
#11
Social Sciences, Other
of 22 schools
#11
Educational/Instructional Technology
of 73 schools
#17
Communication, General
of 100 schools
#19
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
of 100 schools
#21
Information Technology
of 100 schools
#26
Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia
of 94 schools
#29
Health/Health Care Administration/Management
of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $7,382 $24,402
Room $8,214
Board $7,000
Total Cost (On-Campus) $31,390 $48,410

Financial Aid

82%
Receive Any Aid
35%
Receive Pell Grants
47%
Take Out Loans
$15,064
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$6,677
$30,001 - $48,000$10,748
$48,001 - $75,000$16,686
$75,001 - $110,000$22,490
$110,001+$25,031

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Business Administration and Management, General 506 grads/yr Psychology, General 429 grads/yr Information Technology 290 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 250 grads/yr Social Sciences, Other 208 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 191 grads/yr Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia 188 grads/yr Computer Science 178 grads/yr Educational/Instructional Technology 155 grads/yr Exercise Science and Kinesiology 146 grads/yr Radio, Television, and Digital Communication, Other 117 grads/yr Communication, General 111 grads/yr Accounting 110 grads/yr Sport and Fitness Administration/Management 109 grads/yr Educational Leadership and Administration, General 101 grads/yr Health/Health Care Administration/Management 99 grads/yr Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other 90 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 87 grads/yr Human Services, General 73 grads/yr Fine/Studio Arts, General 72 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Towson University's top programs commonly pursue.

Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr 221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Training and development managers
$127k/yr 46,400 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr 241,900 jobs
Administrative services managers
$108k/yr 271,200 jobs

Student Demographics

19,527
Total Students
61%
Women
89%
Traditional Age (18-24)
7%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 42%
Hispanic 10%
Black 30%
Asian 7%
Two or More 5%
Non-Resident 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 77%
Off-Campus (Renters) 7%
With Family 16%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,425 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 60%
Hybrid (Some Online) 32%
Fully Online 8%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 89%
25-64 (Adult) 9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Towson University?
Towson University has an acceptance rate of 83%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Towson University?
Tuition at Towson University is $7,382 for in-state students and $24,402 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $15,064.
What is the graduation rate at Towson University?
The graduation rate at Towson University is 68%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Towson University a good school?
Towson University has a Repit College Score of 65/100 (Grade: B). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (C): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Towson University?
Towson University has a total enrollment of 19,527 students. Most students (89%) are traditional college-age (18-24).
Is there rental demand near Towson University?
Yes! Approximately 7% of students at Towson University live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 1,425 students who need rental housing near campus.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology