Towson University
Towson, Maryland · Public
Towson University admitted 81% of 20,772 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 920–1230 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 68% of students graduate within six years.
Your chances at Towson University
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Application deadlines
Towson University’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Early action
- November 1, 2026
- Regular decision
- February 1, 2027
The application fee is $50, and Towson University accepts the Common App fee waiver for U.S. applicants only. Towson University asks for the Common App personal essay.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check Towson University’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
Early decision and early action
Early action applicants were admitted at 82% (12,668 of 15,387).
What admissions weighs
How Towson University rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- Course rigor
- GPA
Important
- Class rank
- Essay
- Activities
Considered
- Test scores
- Talent or ability
- Character
- First generation
- Where you live
- State residency
- Volunteering
- Work experience
Not considered
- Recommendations
- Interview
- Legacy
- Religion
- Showing interest
High school GPA
First-year students averaged a 3.81 GPA. 17% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.
Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $31,390 in-state and $48,410 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $15,064 on average (in-state).
Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:
Quick answers
What is Towson University’s acceptance rate?
Towson University admitted 81% of applicants: 16,735 of 20,772 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).
When is Towson University’s early action deadline?
For 2026–27, early action is due November 1, 2026 and regular decision is due February 1, 2027. Common App deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone.
What SAT score do you need for Towson University?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 920 to 1230, with a median around 1070. A score at or above 1070 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is Towson University’s application fee?
The application fee is $50 for 2026–27, and Towson University accepts the Common App fee waiver for U.S. applicants only.
What does Towson University require?
Besides the application and transcript, Towson University asks for the Common App personal essay.
Does Towson University have supplemental essays?
No. Towson University has no supplemental essays for 2026–27. You send only the Common App personal essay.
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