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Towson University

Public Towson, MD · Urban · Mid-Atlantic · 100% data reported · Agent Insights
69%
Graduation Rate
$64,390
Earnings (10yr)
$17,413
Net Price
82%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

With an acceptance rate of 82%, Towson University is an appealing choice for many students looking for a supportive environment to further their education. It caters well to individuals interested in practical fields like Business & Marketing, Health Professions, Computer Science & IT, Communications, and Social Sciences. If you're seeking a school that balances accessibility with solid academic offerings, Towson stands out as a great option.

After graduation, students from Towson can expect to earn around $64,390 a year within a decade of completing their degrees. This earning potential reflects a solid return on investment, especially considering the net price of attending is about $17,413 after financial aid. While the graduation rate sits at 69%, many students find their footing and move into rewarding careers, thanks in part to the university's focus on marketable skills.

Financially, Towson is manageable for many families. With a median debt of $18,718, students often leave with a reasonable financial burden. The 36% of students receiving Pell Grants suggests a commitment to supporting those who need it most. Overall, students who thrive here tend to be proactive, engaged, and ready to take advantage of the resources available to them.

Rankings

How Towson Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation69%Earnings 10yr$64KNet Price$17KRetention83%Median Debt$19KPell Grant Rate36%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$7K$0-30K$13K$30-48K$17K$48-75K$26K$110K+

Cost & Financial Aid

$11,728
In-State Tuition
$29,820
Out-of-State
$17,413
Avg Net Price
$18,718
Median Debt
36%
Pell Grant Rate
42%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$6,962
Family Income $0–$30K
$12,590
Family Income $30K–$48K
$16,784
Family Income $48K–$75K
$26,396
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$54,302
6 Years After Entry
$59,840
8 Years
$64,390
10 Years
0.29x
Debt-to-Earnings
76%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$54,302 6yr $59,840 8yr $64,390 10yr

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.82
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.01
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
6.4%
Volunteering Rate
0.99
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 82%
Retention Rate 83%
SAT Average 1095
ACT Midpoint 24
SAT Range 950–1235
ACT Range 19–27
Full-Time Faculty 57%
Faculty Salary (mo) $9,975
Diversity Index 0.71
First-Gen Students 29%

Top Programs

Business & Marketing 15%
Health Professions 12%
Computer Science & IT 11%
Communications 10%
Social Sciences 9%
Psychology 9%
Education 8%
Visual & Performing Arts 5%