r/Towson

My brother is going to Towson University and looking for a place to move to. We didn’t read the best about the on-campus housing. Looking for any recommendations (15min or less driving distance to campus).

I have a signed lease for a space at altus. Its nice. You have your own bedroom and bathroom with doors and locks. There is a huge comfy kitchen/ community space. You share the complex with 3 others. I am trying to get out of it. Please let me know if you are interested.

Has any returning/incoming grad students received their financial aid package yet?

Hi everyone,

I was wondering if anyone else is experiencing the same issue. I received my financial aid package, but it only includes my federal Direct Subsidized and Direct Unsubsidized Loans from FAFSA. My scholarship funds aren’t showing up yet.

The deadline to accept my financial aid package is July 6. If my scholarships are processed after that date, will I still be able to accept my financial aid package, or should I accept it before the deadline and let the scholarships be added later?

I’m in a bit of a pickle.
I applied and received out of state status since on my application I stated that my car is registered in another state.
However, the car is not registered in MY name but in my PARENTS name.
Could this be used in an appeal?

did anybody get their aid package yet?

Hi everyone! I’m an incoming masters student starting in Fall 2026. I recently completed my FAFSA and my FAFSA Submission Summary indicates that I’m eligible for up to $20,500 in Federal Direct Loans. My estimated cost of attendance is about $47,000 for the academic year, so I was originally planning to use a Graduate PLUS Loan to cover the remaining costs.

However, I’ve been hearing that Graduate PLUS Loans may no longer be available due to recent federal changes.

For current graduate students or anyone familiar with these changes:

What loan options are available beyond the $20,500 Direct Unsubsidized Loan?
Are there any grandfathering provisions for incoming Fall 2026 students?
Has anyone received guidance from their university financial aid office about funding gaps?
Would private loans be the only remaining option, or are there other federal programs available?

I’d appreciate any advice or experiences. Thanks!

I parked in Glen parking lot for 4 days straight without permit as i was working on campus and living there while working. come back and see that ive racked up almost $300 in tickets. i lived in towson freshman housing last year so never had to park, this was my first time parking on campus and stupidly thought i would be fine wi though a permit since it’s summer and the lots are empty anyways. i now recognize my mistake but i quite literally can not pay for this - is it worth it to appeal? this is my first, or rather my first set of parking tickets. i dont expect it to totally go away, but at least getting it somewhat reduced would be a massive help. Is towson known to be lenient on this?

just curious why do people want to live on campus? why is there such high demand for housing on campus? every apartment I've called near by has said their spaces are filled, like what is going on? is towosn is going to do anything about this?

Does anyone know when federal/state financial aid will be put into my financial aid account for towson. still waiting on guarantee access and federal pell grant to reach my account.

Hey all, I am taking Women in Perspective in the fall, and I have read the rate my professor reviews, which have been good. But I am looking to see if anyone has any opinions on the class and if it will be a coursework-heavy class, as I am taking a heavy course load otherwise.

i’m trying to do all my shopping now lol

I recently just got my application approved from aspen heights. They sent me an email with my housing assignment and also my roommates. But I can’t see the names of my roommates. Can someone help guide me to where I can access my roommates information?