Towson University Review

Towson University Overview

Towson University originated as a training school for teachers in Baltimore, Maryland. The school has since expanded to become the second-largest institution in Maryland. It currently houses eight colleges and enrolls 21,111 students per year. The school offers 62 undergraduate majors, 43 master's degree programs and four doctoral programs.

In 2009, Towson University was ranked eighth in the category of Public University-Master's (North) by U.S. News & World Report. Forbes included Towson University in its list of 'Top 100 Public Colleges and Universities in the United States' in 2009.

Admissions and Enrollment Information

Prospective freshmen can take advantage of rolling admission and apply throughout the year. Admission is based on SAT or ACT scores, high school performance, strength of classes taken and a personal statement. Admissions requirements for the graduate school vary by program; details about each program's admission process and requirements are available on the school's website. Towson University offers several avenues for student financial aid. These include grants, loans, scholarships and student employment.

Campus Facilities and Learning Environment

Towson University offers several student services, including a career center which helps students find internships and graduates begin their career search. Facilities include an international student and scholar center, a counseling center, health center and universal childcare center. A university union and veteran services are also available.

Towson University's library hosts 170 computer workstations, an electronic classroom and group study areas. It holds more than 18,000 CDs, 570,000 books, 840,000 microforms, 5,600 journal subscriptions, 150 electronic databases and 173,000 electronic books. Students can request books from the 16 libraries in the University System of Maryland.

Schools and Colleges at Towson University

• College of Business and Economics
• College of Education
• College of Fine Arts and Communications
• College of Health Professions
• College of Liberal Arts
• Jess and Mildred Fisher College of Science and Mathematics
• Honors College
• College of Graduate Studies and Research

School Contact Information

• Address: 8000 York Rd., Towson, MD 21252-0001
• Phone Number: (410) 704-2000