Undergraduate Admissions

Open Houses

Bird's-eye view of three students studying

At Towson's Open House program, you'll get an overview of the university and the chance to talk one-on-one with your future professors and classmates. You will learn about the different colleges that make up our university, and we'll have programs for you and your parents, plus an information fair and light lunch. After you submit your reservation, you'll receive an email with directions and parking information. Reservations for multiple dates will not be honored.

Open House registration is now open for May 2013. Select a date below and register to attend:

Sample Open House Program Schedule

Time	Activity
9 a.m.	Registration Refreshments will be available.
10:00– 11:30 a.m.	Program for Freshman Students Find out about our admission process, financial aid and more. You will have an opportunity to meet current TU students and ask questions following the presentations. Program for Freshman Parents A parents-only session that includes information on our admission process, financial aid and more. A question-and-answer session will follow the presentations. Program for Transferring Students and Parents This special program provides transferring students details about the admission and credit evaluation process, academic advising and Career Center services.
11:30 a.m.– 12:30 p.m.	College Sessions Small group sessions with academic representatives who will share information about our majors and what it's like to study at TU. You will have time for questions and answers following the presentations.
12:30– 2:00 p.m.	Information Fair Representatives from academic departments and campus offices provide information, answer your questions and assist you with your college search. Lunch will be available at this time. Honors College Expo (select dates only) Students and representatives from the Honors College provide information, answer your questions, share their projects, interests and experiences.
1:00– 1:30 p.m.	Honors College Information Session (optional) Representatives will share information about admission to the Honors College, curriculum, scholarships, and our on-campus honors community. Guests will be able to tour campus immediately following the session.
1:00– 1:30 p.m.	Scholarships and Financial Aid Session Find out about scholarships, loans, grants and financial aid.
Depart 1:00– 2:00 p.m.	Campus Tours* Our Student Ambassadors are ready to share our campus and their TU experience with you. During a one-hour walking tour, you will see a residence hall, the "Beach," dining facilities, Cook Library, academic buildings and more. You'll find out why our students love TU.

*Note: We ask for your patience as tours depart during the Information Fair. The event may conclude a bit later depending on when you complete your campus tour.

Disability Support

If you require reasonable accommodations for disability support, please call contact Disability Support Services at 410-704-4696 at least two weeks prior to your visit.

Staying Overnight?

If you are traveling to Towson University from out of town, consider spending the night. We hope you'll take some time to explore the area, as there are many shopping options, restaurants and things to do nearby. We are located within walking distance of downtown Towson, and just 8 miles north of Baltimore and its famous Inner Harbor.

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