Welcome to Towson University, one of the nation’s leading public universities. Here you get the best of both worlds – the benefits of a major institution with the personal feel of a small school.
Admissions & Aid
Towson University is a campus on the move, with robust academic programs, groundbreaking research and a commitment to partnerships in the greater Baltimore region. Located just 45 miles from Washington, D.C., TU sits within 120 miles of New York City and even closer to Philadelphia, placing you at the center of nation’s bustling Northeast corridor.
Return on Investment
We recognize that you and your family are making a major investment to attend Towson University, and we want to be sure you see a return on that investment. Our financial aid programs, from grants and scholarships to loans and student employment, help keep a TU education affordable and accessible.
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Important Dates
Scholarship and Honors College Application Deadline
DEC 1
Fall Application and FAFSA Deadline
JANUARY 17
Enrollment Contract and Fee Deadline
MAY 1
Refer to your Offer of Admission letter for specific instructions.
Housing Request and Deposit Deadline
MAY 1
5 p.m. EST
Submit your online housing request and $350 deposit to the Department of Housing and Residence Life.
Summer Application Deadline
MAY 1
Applications for graduate admission are processed on a rolling basis throughout the year. Certain programs have specific deadlines. Please check the individual graduate program for more information.
2017 Application Opens
July 1
The application for the spring, summer and fall 2017 terms opens on July 1.
Fall Application Deadline
Aug 1
Applications for graduate admission are processed on a rolling basis throughout the year. Certain programs have specific deadlines. Please check the individual graduate program for more information.
Andre Anderson
Admissions Counselor
“Don’t allow the profile of a school’s average number of accepted students intimidate you. Apply to schools that you think will be a good fit for you, and you can contribute to. There’s more to being admitted than numbers.”