Institutional Data

This information is updated periodically. Before using it in grant applications, contact OSPR to verify as some of the information is subject to change at any time.

Identification Numbers

  • FEIN (IRS Federal Employer ID Number) — 52-6002033
  • UEI (Unique Entity Identifier) — LC3SFMP2L798
  • DHEW(OE) Entity — 1526002033B4 (used with U.S. DHHS applications)
  • CAGE (Commercial and Government Entity) Code — 3WKS9
  • NAICS Codes — 923110, 541715, 541720
  • Federal-Wide Assurance Number — FWA00003648, expires 07/2027
  • IORG Number — IORG0002307
  • IRB Number — IRB00002844

Indirect Cost (IDC) Information

  • On-Campus Rate — 49.62% MTDC
  • Off-Campus Rate — 22.12% MTDC
  • Effective Period — 07/01/2022-06/30/2026 (Currently in provisional period pending updated rate agreement)
  • Cognizant Audit Agency — Department of Health and Human Services

University Information

Towson University, established January 15, 1866, is a public liberal arts-based comprehensive university that is nonprofit, tax-exempt, and state-supported, as determined by the federal Internal Revenue Code and Maryland state statutes. It is one of the 12 member institutions of the University System of Maryland. The university is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools and the Maryland State Board of Education.

Federal and State District Information

  • U.S. Congressional Representative and Senate information: GovTrack.US
  • Congressional District: MD-002
  • Maryland State Representative information: MD General Assembly

Signature Authority 

The applicant and only legal entity that may submit and accept funding is Towson University, not individuals (in most cases). Signature authority for the submission of proposals and acceptance of awards is held and managed by the Office of Sponsored Programs & Research in accordance with the Towson University Active Signatory Authority Delegation.