College comparison

Northeastern vs Towson University

A side-by-side of acceptance rate, test scores, and cost — source-cited estimates, not guarantees. Want the number that actually matters for your student? Model your admit odds at each.

Metric	Northeastern Boston, MA	Towson University Towson, MD
Acceptance rateNortheastern University is more selective	5%	82%
SAT (25–75)	1440–1540	950–1235
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	17,326	16,136
Avg net price	$30,915	$17,413
Median earnings (10 yr)Northeastern reports higher median earnings	$92,538	$64,390
Graduation rate	91%	69%
Median debt	$24,250	$18,718
Economic mobility	2.4%	—
Test policy	—	—
Type	Private (nonprofit)	Public

Quick answers

Is Northeastern University or Towson University harder to get into?

Northeastern University is more selective: Northeastern University's acceptance rate is approximately 5% and Towson University's is approximately 82% (estimates from public and primary sources).

What SAT score do you need for Northeastern University vs Towson University?

The middle-50% SAT range is 1440–1540 at Northeastern University and 950–1235 at Towson University. Scores outside these bands are still admitted, especially with strong applications.

Figures are estimates compiled from public datasets (College Scorecard / IPEDS) and primary sources; verify with each institution before relying on them.

These outputs are estimates from a baseline model — not guarantees of admission, cost, or outcome.