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Colleges in Towson

There are at least 3 colleges in Towson, listed and descibed below. These schools represent 19,758 or more students (full-time and part-time), a combined student body equivalent to 16,861 full-time students, and a reported 3,517 dorm rooms.

Nearby cities and towns have as many or more colleges or students than Towson; see particularly Baltimore, and Columbia colleges.

Please also check for colleges in the nearby cities and towns, shown at the left. We also provide an extensive list of Maryland Colleges.

Of Note For College Students

  • Towson is notable for the large percent of its residents with college degrees.

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Medix
Towson, Maryland

Offers career training in medical, dental, cosmetology, and technology fields. Located at four U.S. campuses in Georgia and Maryland

  • Programs: Beauty And Cosmetology, Computer Science And Engineering, Engineering Technician, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Nursing And Emergency Medicine, Production Trades, Science, Science And Laboratory Technician, Therapy And Counseling
  • Degrees/Course Work: Certificate, Diploma
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TESST College of Technology
Towson, Maryland

Established in 1957, the college trains men and women for marketable jobs in the Baltimore and DC areas. Campuses are in Baltimore and suburban locations.

  • Programs: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Construction Trades, Engineering, Engineering Technician, Mechanics And Repair, Medical Support And Technology, Office And Administration, Security And Law Enforcement
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Certificate, Diploma
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Colleges With Selective Admissions

These schools do not admit all qualified applicants.
Based on 2007 information.

Towson University
8000 York Rd
Towson, Maryland 21252-0001

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: business management, psychology, mass communication, elementary school teaching, social studies, early childhood education, registered nursing, information science.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's.
  • Student Body: 19,758 students, 16,861 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 3,517 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 490-580. Math: 500-590. Writing: 500-580.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Remedial services. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

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Colleges in Nearby Cities and Towns

(Student count includes part-time and full-time; not all students live in the city or town. Data as of 2007.)

City/TownCollegesPop.
(2000)		StudentsDorms
Baltimore Colleges24651,15497,59616,217
Bel Air Colleges210,0805,853 
Columbia Colleges388,2547,523 
Laurel Colleges219,9601,122120
Westminster Colleges216,7317,0781,324

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