College comparison

Rutgers University-Newark 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	Rutgers University-Newark Newark, NJ	Towson University Towson, MD
Acceptance rateRutgers University-Newark is more selective	71%	82%
SAT (25–75)	—	950–1235
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	7,709	16,136
Avg net price	$19,703	$17,413
Test policy	—	—
Type	Public	Public
Location	Newark, NJ	Towson, MD

Quick answers

Is Rutgers University-Newark or Towson University harder to get into?

Rutgers University-Newark is more selective: Rutgers University-Newark's acceptance rate is approximately 71% and Towson University's is approximately 82% (estimates from public and primary sources).

What SAT score do you need for Rutgers University-Newark vs Towson University?

The middle-50% SAT range is — at Rutgers University-Newark 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.