Towson University

Towson, Maryland

$42,184 - $54,300

For the 2023-2024 academic year: The average cost of attendance of an international student (Tuition Cost + Living Expenses) for undergraduate students is $54,300 and for graduate students it is approximately $42,184.

The University of Towson, located in Towson, Maryland, is a reputable institution of higher education in the United States. Established in 1866, it offers a diverse range of academic programs across various disciplines, including arts, sciences, business, education, and health professions. With a vibrant campus life, Towson University provides numerous opportunities for student engagement through clubs, organizations, and athletic activities. The university is known for its strong commitment to experiential learning, providing students with practical experiences that enhance their academic knowledge and career readiness. Towson University strives to foster a supportive and inclusive community, empowering students to succeed both academically and personally. 
Pride

Points of Pride

  • TU is in Towson, Maryland, a suburb of Baltimore, in the heart of the mid-Atlantic region. TU is about an hour north of Washington, D.C., and three hours south of New York City. The proximity to big cities expands the opportunities for jobs, internships and research.  
  • International scholarships ranging from $4,000 to $11,000 per year are available for incoming freshman and transfer students with a strong academic profile. 
  • Merit-based scholarships are automatically considered for students who submit a completed application by the Fall Early Action deadline. 
  • Towson University is recognized as one of the top public universities in the nation and offers the best value in higher education. 
  • According to "Washington Monthly," Towson University is ranked as the #1 value in Maryland and the 15th-best "Master's University" in the nation. 
  • Baltimore and the Inner Harbor are a few miles away from Towson University, offering entertainment, restaurants, and shopping opportunities. 

University Highlights

  • The student-to-faculty ratio at Towson University is 15:1. 
  • The average class size at Towson University is 24 students. 
  • The average salary after graduation for Towson University graduates is $55,706. 
  • 86% of working graduates from Towson University are employed in Maryland. 
  • 3% of working graduates from Towson University are employed in the D.C./Northern Virginia metro area. 
  • Towson University received 118 awards totaling $14.7 million in FY 2021. 
  • Towson University offers a range of scholarships for graduate admissions, recognizing academic excellence, research potential, and diverse backgrounds. 
  • International scholarships ranging from $4,000 to $11,000 per year are available for incoming freshman and transfer students with a strong academic profile. 
  • Merit-based scholarships are automatically considered for students who submit a completed application by the Fall Early Action deadline. 
  • Towson University is located in Towson, Maryland, near Baltimore, in one of the top 15 major metropolitan areas for academic and employment opportunities. 
  • The location of Towson University provides access to internships with top leaders in U.S. government, industry, and nonprofit organizations. 
  • Entertainment, restaurants, and shopping opportunities are available within walking distance or a short ride on TU shuttle buses. 
  • Baltimore and the famous Inner Harbor are a few miles away from Towson University. 
  • Public transportation systems provide additional access to major East Coast cities such as New York, Philadelphia, and Washington, D.C. 
  • Towson University is recognized as one of the top public universities in the nation and a best value in higher education. 
  • According to "Washington Monthly," Towson University is ranked #1 for value in Maryland and the 15th-best "Master's University" in the nation. 
  • In the U.S. News & World Report's 2023-24 Best Graduate Schools rankings, Towson University is ranked No. 3 among public Maryland institutions in the Best Education Schools list. 
  • Towson University is ranked No. 30 in the U.S. News & World Report's Best Online Master in Education Programs, making it the only Maryland university in the top 200. 
  • In the U.S. News & World Report's Best Online Master in Computer Information Technology Programs, Towson University is ranked No. 61. 
  • Towson University is ranked No. 30 globally and top among U.S. institutions in gender equality in the 2022 Times Higher Education Impact Rankings. 
  • Towson University received the Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award from Insight into Diversity magazine in 2020, 2021, and 2022. 
  • Towson University was named in Campus Pride's top-40 ranking of LGBTQ+-friendly colleges and universities in 2022. 
  • Money magazine's 2022 Best Colleges in America by Value list ranked Towson University 50th among national public institutions, highlighting its graduation rate and affordability. 

US News & World Report Rankings - Undergraduate 

  • #33 in Regional Universities North  
  • #9 in Top Public Schools 
  • #72 in Best Value Schools 
  • #247 in Business Programs  
  • #215 in Computer Science  
  • #247 in Nursing  
  • #14 in Best Colleges for Veterans  
  • #105 in Top Performers on Social Mobility  

US News & World Report Rankings - Graduate 

  • #170 in Best Education Schools  
  • #40 in Audiology  
  • #185 in Computer Science  
  • #158 in Best Fine Arts Programs  
  • #29 In Occupational Therapy  
  • #169 in Physician Assistant  
  • #82 in Speech-Language Pathology

Programs

UnderGraduate

  • Accounting
  • Acting
  • Allied Health
  • Art and Design
  • Art Education
  • Art History
  • Athletic Training
  • Biology – Secondary Education -– STEM Designated
  • Business Administration
  • Business Systems & Processes
  • Chemistry – Secondary Education -– STEM Designated
  • Communication Studies
  • Computer & Mathematical Science – Secondary Education-– STEM Designated
  • Computer Science -– STEM Designated
  • Cultural Studies
  • Dance Performance / Choreography
  • Deaf Studies
  • Early Childhood & Special Education
  • Early Childhood Education
  • Earth-Space Science – Secondary Education-– STEM Designated
  • Economics
  • Electronic Media & Film
  • Elementary Education
  • Elementary Education & Special Education
  • English –Secondary Education
  • Environmental Science & Studies -– STEM Designated
  • Exercise Science -– STEM Designated
  • Family & Human Services
  • Family Science
  • Foreign Languages – French
  • Foreign Languages – French Education
  • Foreign Languages – Spanish
  • Foreign Languages – Spanish Education
  • Forensic Chemistry -– STEM Designated
  • Geography & Environmental Planning – Secondary Education
  • Geography & Land Surveying
  • Geology -– STEM Designated
  • Gerontology
  • Health Care Management
  • Health Education & Promotion
  • Health Science – UCF
  • History – Secondary Education
  • Information Systems -– STEM Designated
  • Information Technology -– STEM Designated
  • Interdisciplinary Studies – American Studies
  • Interdisciplinary Studies – Animal Behavior
  • Interdisciplinary Studies – Asian Studies
  • Interdisciplinary Studies – Latin American & Latino
  • Law & American Civilization
  • Mass Communication
  • Mathematics – Secondary Education -– STEM Designated
  • Metropolitan Studies
  • Middle School Education
  • Molecular Bio Biochemistry & Bioinformatics -– STEM Designated
  • Music
  • Music Education
  • Nursing -– STEM Designated
  • Occupation & Well-Being
  • Philosophy
  • Physical Education
  • Physics – Secondary Education -– STEM Designated
  • Political Science
  • Psychology
  • Religious Studies
  • Social Sciences
  • Sociology & Anthropology
  • Sport Management
  • Theatre Arts
  • Women's & Gender Studies 

Graduate

  • Accounting & Business Advisory Services
  • Actuarial Science & Pred Analytics – STEM Designated
  • Applied & Industrial Mathematics – Applied Statistics & Math Finance – STEM Designated
  • Applied & Industrial Mathematics – Differential Equation & Optimization – STEM Designated
  • Applied Information Technology – Database Management Systems – STEM Designated
  • Applied Information Technology – Health Information Technology – STEM Designated
  • Applied Information Technology – Info Security & Assurance – STEM Designated
  • Applied Information Technology – Information Systems Management – STEM Designated
  • Applied Information Technology – Internet App Development - STEM Designated
  • Applied Information Technology – Networking Technologies – STEM Designated
  • Applied Information Technology – Software Engineering – STEM Designated
  • Applied Physics -– STEM Designated
  • Computer Science – Cybersecurity -– STEM Designated
  • Computer Science – Data Security -– STEM Designated
  • Computer Science – Software Engineering -– STEM Designated
  • Forensic Science -– STEM Designated
  • Geography & Environment Planning
  • Global Humanities
  • Health Science – Community Health -– STEM Designated
  • Health Science – Health Science Administration -– STEM Designated
  • Interdisciplinary Art Infusion
  • Jewish Studies
  • Leader Jewish Education & Communal Service – Communal Professional
  • Leader Jewish Education & Communal Service – Education
  • Marketing Intelligence
  • Mathematics Education -– STEM Designated
  • Music – Music Composition
  • Music– Music Performance
  • Professional Studies – Art History
  • Professional Studies – Individualized Plan of study
  • Professional Writing – Creative Writing
  • Professional Writing – Journalistic Writing
  • Professional Writing – Scientific Writing
  • Professional Writing – Teaching Writing
  • Professional Writing – Tech Writing & Info Design
  • Professional Writing – Writing for Public/Private Sector
  • Professional Writing – Writing for the Mass Media
  • Reading Education
  • Secondary Education
  • Special Education - Autism Spectrum Disorder
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Teaching – Early Childhood Education
  • Teaching – Elementary Education
  • Teaching – Elementary Special Education
  • Teaching – Infant / Primary Special Education
  • Teaching – Secondary Education
  • Teaching – Secondary Special Education
  • Women's & Gender Studies – Women in International Context
  • Women's & Gender Studies – Women, Health, & Sexuality
  • Women's & Gender Studies – Women, Leadership, & Public Policy 
For a complete list of majors please visit the URL:
www.towson.edu/academics/

Standardised Tests

Undergraduate

 

Graduate

  • IELTS: 6.0 with band scores of 5.5 
  • TOEFL: 70 with sub scores of 17 
  • PTE: 49 
  • Duolingo: 105  
  • SAT/ACT: Optional 
  • Application Fee: $50
 
  • IELTS: 6.5 with band scores of 6.5 
  • TOEFL: 80 with sub scores of 20 
  • PTE: 57 
  • Duolingo: 115 
  • GRE/GMAT: Varies by Program  
  • Application Fee: $45 

 

Intakes

Spring (January) and Fall (August).

Accreditation

The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International) accredits undergraduate and graduate programs in business and accounting. Towson University’s programs were initially accredited in 1992 and were last reaccredited in 2018. 

The ABET (Computing Accreditation Commission), formerly known as the Accrediting Board for Engineering and Technology, accredits undergraduate programs in computer science. Towson University’s computer science program has been accredited since 1994 and was reaccredited in 2018.