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78.6%Acceptance
$11,306Tuition
16,400Students
68%Grad Rate (6-yr)
$64,390Earnings
#4 in MarylandPublic4-yearSAT/ACT Test OptionalNCAA Division IStudy AbroadData: 2023-24

Admissions Details

Acceptance Rate
78.6%
Average SAT
1,120
SAT Range (25th–75th)
1,010–1,230
ACT Composite (avg)
22
Total Enrollment
16,400

Admissions Overview

Towson University is less selective with a 78.6% acceptance rate. Most students who apply get in, making this an accessible option for Maryland residents seeking quality public education. The middle 50% of admitted students score between 1010-1230 on the SAT, with an average of 1120. The 83.2% retention rate shows students stick around once they enroll. Towson looks for students who want hands-on learning in programs like education, business, and communications. The university values community engagement and practical experience. With 86.4% of students coming from Maryland, Towson attracts locals who want Division I athletics and suburban campus life near Baltimore without the pressure of highly competitive admissions.