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General Information About Towson University Summary Mission Statement : Towson University, as the State’s Metropolitan University, focuses on providing highly developed educational experiences and community service through a broad range of intellectual opportunities to a diverse student body at both the graduate and undergraduate levels. The academic programs and services offered through the university provide a core quality environment for students to acquire the intellectual and social preparation to achieve their potential as contributing leaders and citizens of the workforce and a complex global society. Faculty, students, and staff serve the region through research and professional outreach that specifically responds to the state’s socioeconomic and cultural needs and aspirations.
Institutional statistical data was gathered from the U.S. Department of Education - Institute of Education Sciences, National Center for Education Statistics, 2009-2010.Institution Type - 4-year, Public
Special Learning Opportunities - ROTC (Army, Air Force)
- Teacher certification
- Distance learning opportunities
- Study abroad
Student Services - Remedial services
- Academic/career counseling service
- Employment services for students
- Placement services for completers
- On-campus day care for students' children
Credit Accepted - Dual credit
- Credit for life experiences
- Advanced placement (AP) credits
- The acceptance of credits for work experience or military experience are subject to review by the school and cannot be guaranteed.
Religious Affiliation - Not applicable
Federal Aid - Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans).
Degrees/Certificates offered - Bachelor's degree
- Postbaccalaureate certificate
- Master's degree
- Post-master's certificate
Campus Setting - City: Small
Disability Services Student - 3% or Less
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Admission Total Applicants 15,423 Percent Admitted 63% Men Admitted 63% Women Admitted 63% Full Time Retention Rate 84% -
Submitted ACT & SAT Scores
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25th Percentile Score 75th Percentile Score Critical Reading 480 570 Math 490 590 Writing 500 590 -
25th Percentile Score 75th Percentile Score Composite 20 24 English 20 25 Math 19 25 Writing 7 9
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Student Demographics Total Enrolled 24,940 Native American 88.0 Asian 978.0 African American 2,937.0 Hispanic 604.0 Enrolled FullTime Undergraduates 15,560 Enrolled FullTime Graduates 1,285
