Towson University (TU)

The second largest university in Maryland, Towson University in Baltimore has more than 100 degree programs, numerous student research opportunities and hundreds of student life activities from which to choose.

A school with more than 125 years of history behind it, Towson is a respected private school that educates undergraduate and graduate students from all over the world in such varied disciplines as:

• Allied Health
• Cultural Studies
• Dance Performance
• English
• Environmental Studies
• Deaf Studies
• Gerontology
• Jewish Studies
• Metropolitan Studies
• Occupational Therapy
• Religious Studies
• Supply Chain Management
• Theatre Arts

Towson regularly receives grants to undertake faculty-student research projects in the biological and informational sciences, economics, education and other disciplines.

Like the academics, student life at Towson has something for everyone. In addition to having more than 200 student organizations, Towson has numerous performing and fine arts activities, including art exhibits, student jazz and classical performances, theatre productions, films and lectures, all of which attract thousands from the Baltimore area.

Admission to Towson is fairly competitive. Students are evaluated based on transcripts, SAT scores, teacher recommendations and an admissions essay.

Federal financial aid eligibility is determined by the student’s income. Applicants must fill out a FAFSA, which the Department of Education and the school will use to determine loan and grant eligibility.

In addition, students may receive scholarships based on academic performance, talent, major area of study, income or other factors.

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