{"id":4844,"date":"2025-07-26T18:56:10","date_gmt":"2025-07-26T18:56:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.buhave.com\/guide\/?p=4844"},"modified":"2025-07-26T18:56:10","modified_gmt":"2025-07-26T18:56:10","slug":"towson-university","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.buhave.com\/guide\/universities\/towson-university\/","title":{"rendered":"Towson University"},"content":{"rendered":"

Overview<\/h2>\n

Towson University, located in Towson, Maryland, is a prominent public university known for its academic excellence, commitment to community engagement, and vibrant campus life. Established in 1866 as a teacher\u2019s college, it has grown into a comprehensive institution offering over 100 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs across diverse fields. Towson is the second-largest university in Maryland and serves more than 20,000 students. The university is organized into colleges such as Business & Economics, Education, Fine Arts & Communication, Health Professions, Liberal Arts, and Science & Mathematics. Towson University places a strong emphasis on practical learning experiences through internships, research, and community service. Its proximity to Baltimore and Washington, D.C. provides students with numerous career opportunities in government, healthcare, media, and education. The campus features modern facilities, including state-of-the-art labs, libraries, arts centers, and athletic complexes. TU also promotes sustainability and inclusivity, creating a welcoming environment for a diverse student body.<\/p>\n

2. General Information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
University Name<\/td>\nTowson University<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Location<\/td>\nTowson, Maryland, USA<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Established<\/td>\n1866<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Type<\/td>\nPublic<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Campus Size<\/td>\n329 acres<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Students<\/td>\n~20,000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Official Website<\/td>\nwww.towson.edu<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

3. Fee Structure<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Program<\/th>\nTuition (per year)<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
Undergraduate (In-State)<\/td>\n$10,500<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Undergraduate (Out-of-State)<\/td>\n$26,000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Graduate (In-State)<\/td>\n$9,000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Graduate (Out-of-State)<\/td>\n$18,000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

4. Academic Programs<\/h2>\n
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  • Business Administration<\/li>\n
  • Education and Teaching<\/li>\n
  • Health and Human Services<\/li>\n
  • Communications and Journalism<\/li>\n
  • Computer and Information Sciences<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    5. Facilities<\/h2>\n
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    • Modern Classrooms and Laboratories<\/li>\n
    • Albert S. Cook Library<\/li>\n
    • University Union and Student Centers<\/li>\n
    • Recreation and Fitness Centers<\/li>\n
    • On-Campus Health and Counseling Services<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      6. Accommodation<\/h2>\n
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      • Traditional Dormitories and Suite-Style Housing<\/li>\n
      • Residential Learning Communities<\/li>\n
      • Meal Plans and Dining Facilities<\/li>\n
      • High-Speed Internet and Study Areas<\/li>\n
      • 24\/7 Security and Support Services<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        7. Contact Information<\/h2>\n
          \n
        • Address:<\/strong> 8000 York Road, Towson, MD 21252, USA<\/li>\n
        • Phone:<\/strong> +1 410-704-2000<\/li>\n
        • Email:<\/strong> admissions@towson.edu<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

          Overview Towson University, located in Towson, Maryland, is a prominent public university known for its academic excellence, commitment to community engagement, and vibrant campus life. 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