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Towson University is a campus on the move, with robust academic programs, recognized faculty, a dynamic campus environment and strong alumni network. TU’s partnerships throughout Maryland provide unique opportunities for research, internships and jobs. Located eight miles north of Baltimore, TU is 45 miles from Washington, D.C., and 120 miles from New York City, placing you at the center of the nation’s bustling Northeast corridor.
Value and Affordability
TU is widely recognized as one of the best values in higher education by Forbes, U.S. News & World Report, Washington Monthly and Kiplinger’s Personal Finance. As a public institution, we are committed to keeping our tuition rates rates low. Our financial aid programs, from grants and scholarships to loans and student employment, also help to keep a TU education affordable and accessible.
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Important Dates
Early Action & Honors College Deadline (Automatic Scholarship Consideration)
DEC 1
Regular Application Deadline for Fall Admission and FAFSA Deadline
JANUARY 15
Enrollment Contract and Fee Deadline
MAY 1
Refer to your Offer of Admission letter for specific instructions.
Housing Application and Deposit Deadline
MAY 1
5 p.m. EST
Submit your online housing application and $350 deposit to the Department of Housing and Residence Life.
Fall Application Deadline
August 1
Applications for graduate admission are processed on a rolling basis throughout the year. Certain programs have specific deadlines. Please check the individual graduate program for more information.
Fall Graduate Student Orientation
August 22
Cook Library
The Graduate Student Association hosts this orientation for new graduate students to help make the transition to TU an easy one.
Graduate Studies Open House
September 22
West Village Commons
Explore our 75+ graduate programs and speak one-on-one with graduate program representatives, current graduate students, University Admissions staff, and other university representatives.
Courtney Cox
Admissions Counselor
“Don't be shy, we want to learn more about you. Do not hesitate to share your extracurricular activities. We like to see students who are engaged in their community and involved in various activities or clubs at school!”
Contact Information
Office of University Admissions
Location
7800 York Road Building, Suite 216
Hours
Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Fax
410-704-3030