Tuition & Expenses

At Towson University, we are committed to providing a solid return on your education investment. We want to be sure you and your family understand our tuition rates and other costs. You can view our detailed current rates by session: fall and spring terms, minimester, and summer. 

Estimated 2020-2021 Costs

The tables below summarize our estimated costs and expenses for full-time students based on our approved 2020-2021 rates.  These rates remain subject to change as deemed necessary by TU and the University System of Maryland Board of Regents.  See additional information about cost of attendance and estimated housing and meal plan costs.  (Our estimated 2021-2022 costs won't be available until March 2021.)

Undergraduate Students - Estimated Annual Costs for 2020-2021

EXPENSES	MD RESIDENT	OUT-OF-STATE
Full-time Tuition and Fees (12-15 units/term)	$10,198	$24,334
Premium On-Campus Room	$8,652	$8,652
14-Meal Plan ($2,321 fall & $2,700 spring)	$5,021	$5,021
Total Estimated TU Costs	$23,871	$38,007

Graduate Students - Estimated Per Unit Costs for 2020-2021

EXPENSES	MD RESIDENT	OUT-OF-STATE
Tuition and Fees (Cost per Unit)	$585	$1,054

Costs for International Students

View information about expenses for international undergraduate students and international graduate students.