College comparison

Towson University vs University of Arkansas

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	Towson University Towson, MD	University of Arkansas Fayetteville, AR
Acceptance rateUniversity of Arkansas is more selective	82%	74%
SAT (25–75)	950–1235	1030–1220
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	16,136	28,677
Avg net price	$17,413	$18,209
Median earnings (10 yr)Towson University reports higher median earnings	$64,390	$58,191
Graduation rate	69%	71%
Median debt	$18,718	$21,500
Economic mobility	—	2.3%
Test policy	—	—
Type	Public	Public

Quick answers

Is Towson University or University of Arkansas harder to get into?

University of Arkansas is more selective: Towson University's acceptance rate is approximately 82% and University of Arkansas's is approximately 74% (estimates from public and primary sources).

What SAT score do you need for Towson University vs University of Arkansas?

The middle-50% SAT range is 950–1235 at Towson University and 1030–1220 at University of Arkansas. 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.