College profile

Towson University: Acceptance Rate and SAT Scores

Towson University admits about 82% of applicants. The reported SAT middle-50% range is 950–1235 (sum of the section 25th/75th percentiles reported to College Scorecard). That SAT range concords to roughly a 17–26 ACT Composite under the official 2018 College Board/ACT concordance table.

  1. See Towson University's key stats below.
  2. Check whether your SAT score is a Reach, In Range, or Likely.
  3. Compare Towson University with another college on your list.
Acceptance rate 82%
SAT range 950-1235
Net price $18,120
Graduation rate 67%

Towson University At a Glance

LocationTowson, Maryland
TypePublic
Undergraduate Enrollment16,136
Acceptance Rate82%
SAT Range (Reading & Writing)490-635
SAT Range (Math)460-600
SAT Range (Combined, approx.)950-1235
Average SAT (Combined)1095
ACT Range19-27
Average Net Price$18,120/yr
Tuition (In-State)$12,186/yr
Tuition (Out-of-State)$31,332/yr
4-Year Graduation Rate67%
Full-Time Retention Rate82.8%
Median Earnings, 10 Years After Entry$70,158
Median Debt at Completion$18,363

How Towson University Compares

Towson University is more selective than about 43% of the 254 schools in this list with a published acceptance rate.

With about 16,136 students, it is larger than about 51% of the 265 schools in this list.

Similar Colleges

Morgan State University Baltimore, MD — 82% acceptance University of Maryland-Baltimore County Baltimore, MD — 72% acceptance University of Maryland-College Park College Park, MD — 45% acceptance Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC — 82% acceptance Montana State University Bozeman, MT — 82% acceptance Southern Utah University Cedar City, UT — 82% acceptance

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Towson University's acceptance rate?

Towson University's acceptance rate is about 82%, based on the most recent data reported to the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

What SAT score do you need for Towson University?

Admitted students at Towson University typically report a combined SAT score between 950 and 1235 (the reported 25th to 75th percentile range).

Does Towson University require the SAT?

Test-optional and test-required policies change from year to year and are not part of the College Scorecard data used on this page. Check Towson University's own admissions site for its current testing policy, linked below.

What is the average cost of Towson University?

The average net price reported for Towson University is $18,120 per year, after grant and scholarship aid.

Build a study plan Aim for a 1093 SAT score, Towson University's reported middle. Find colleges that match you Match your SAT/ACT score and GPA to real universities. SAT question bank Practice with real Digital SAT questions.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Figures reflect the most recent data available via the College Scorecard API — see also Towson University's official site.