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Towson University

Towson, MD 4-Year Public
Acceptance Rate79%

Towson University Academics

Towson University requires a minimum of 120 credit hours to complete a bachelor's degree.

If students would like to graduate in less time than normal, they can choose the accelerated degree program. Towson University accepts transfer credits. The school accepts AP credit and IB credits. Additionally, Towson University has a summer session, so students can earn credits during the summer.

NOTE: Around 70% of students who start college at Towson University graduate within six years.

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Academic Options Yes No Note
Accelerated Degree Program
Transfer Credits Accepted
AP Credit Accepted
IB Credits Accepted
Summer Classes Available
New Student Orientation

Reminder: Towson University may have additional academic options available for new and transfering students. Make sure to check with the universty directly for any additional information.

What Classes Will I Take At Towson University?

Towson University has a core curriculum, which means there are certain classes or types of classes all students must take to graduate.

Students are required to fulfill a language requirement as well as a math and science requirement.

Students are required to take a computer class to fufill the graduation requirements for Towson University.

Course Required?
2nd Language Yes
Math Yes
Science Yes
Computer Yes

Reminder: Check with Towson University directly for more information on requirements. Individual departments or majors may have additional required courses.

Majors at Towson University

When choosing a major, Towson University students have several choices to make. Scroll down to the bottom of this page to see a full list of majors offered at Towson University.Towson University allows students to design their own major, if desired. If students would like to study something that is not offered as an official major, designing their own major is a great alternative. Towson University false.Towson University offers students the option to double major, if they would like. Student struggling to choose just one area of study may consider a double major.

NOTE: Declaring a double major may mean taking more courses, but it can provide an interesting mix of experience that helps students stand out when looking for a job or applying to grad school.


Frequently Asked Questions About Towson University


Does Towson University Have Services For Students With Disabilities?

🟨 Check with Towson University directly for information on any possible available services for students with disabilities.

Does Towson University Offer Online Classes?

✅ Towson University true for students who are interested in taking classes online.

Does Towson University Offer Credit for AP Classes?

✅ Towson University true Schools have different requirements for what AP scores they accept, so some students may not receive AP credit.

Does Towson University Have An Honors Program?

✅ Towson University true for highly-qualified applicants, and true. The Freshman Honors college provides a rich curriculum for highly-motivated first-year students. Students must complete a senior project if they are in the Honors Program at Towson University.

Does Towson University Require Internships?

🟨 Towson University does not require an internship for all students, but does require an internship for students in some majors. Students can look for internships during the summer, or gain work experience with a part-time job.


Additional Information About Towson University


Towson University Library

The main library on campus is the Cook Library.

Dual Degree Programs at Towson University

A dual degree program allows a student to study and earn two degrees at the same time. A 3-2 dual degree program is a five-year program wherein the first three years are spend taking undergraduate courses and the final two years are spent taking graduate courses. Upon completion of the 5 years, the student will be awarded two degrees, a bachelor's degree and a master's degree.

Towson University offers these dual degree programs:

•3-2 dual degree program in engineering in partnership with Any 4 year institution that offers engineering

•3-2 dual degree program in business administration

•University of Baltimore School of Law

ROTC

What is ROTC?

The Reserve Officers' Training Corps, which is also commonly known as ROTC, is a leadership program that prepares students to serve in the U.S. Armed Forces after graduation. College level ROTC programs prepare students to become officers in the military through physical, academic, and leadership training. ROTC programs are part of the college curriculum and usually cover the cost of tuition.

Does Towson University have any ROTC programs?

Each branch of the miltary has its own ROTC program, but not every program is available at every college. Possible programs include Army ROTC, Air Force ROTC, and Navy ROTC.

Towson University has an Army ROTC program and an Air Force ROTC program.

Some ROTC programs are provided directly on campus and others are hosted at a cooperating instiution off campus. The ROTC program locations at Towson University include:

•an Army ROTC branch unit hosted at a cooperating instution off campus

•an Air Force ROTC branch unit hosted at a cooperating instution off campus

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Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

19,793

Campus Setting

Suburban

Acceptance Rate

79%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$11,306

Out-of-State

$28,326

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Feb 1
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