About William Paterson University of New Jersey

Founded in 1855, William Paterson University of New Jersey. is a Public college. Located in New Jersey, which is a city setting in New Jersey, the campus itself is Suburban. The campus is home to 9,103 full time undergraduate students, and 1,480 full time graduate students.

The William Paterson University of New Jersey Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 14:1. There are 410 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at William Paterson University of New Jersey include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.

Quick Facts

Acceptance Rate75%
Application Deadline
Application Fee50
SAT Range890-1080
ACT Range

Admissions at WPU are considered Less Selective, with ,46% of all applicants being admitted.

In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only 13 of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.

0% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 0% were in the top quarter, and 0% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.

STUDENT LIFE

We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at William Paterson University of New Jersey.

10%
“We”re apathetic”
26%
“We know about current events and vote”
65%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
32%
“Sometimes, but not often”
45%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
23%
“All the time, including weekends”
3%
“I”m always terrified”
6%
“I only go out in groups”
42%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
48%
“I feel extremely safe”
35%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
32%
“We bought the gear”
32%
“We live for the big game”
3%
“It”s not really our thing”
19%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
45%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
32%
“We”re a very artistic group”
6%
“Haven”t met them”
3%
“Available in class”
65%
“They keep regular office hours”
26%
“They”re always available”
6%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
26%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
65%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
3%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
16%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
52%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
19%
“We only party on weekends”
13%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
26%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
48%
“There might be people who do”
19%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
6%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
10%
“We”re apathetic”
26%
“We know about current events and vote”
65%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
32%
“Sometimes, but not often”
45%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
23%
“All the time, including weekends”
3%
“I”m always terrified”
6%
“I only go out in groups”
42%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
48%
“I feel extremely safe”
35%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
32%
“We bought the gear”
32%
“We live for the big game”
3%
“It”s not really our thing”
19%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
45%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
32%
“We”re a very artistic group”
6%
“Haven”t met them”
3%
“Available in class”
65%
“They keep regular office hours”
26%
“They”re always available”
6%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
26%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
65%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
3%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
16%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
52%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
19%
“We only party on weekends”
13%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
26%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
48%
“There might be people who do”
19%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
6%
“There”s a huge drug scene”

William Paterson University of New Jersey REVIEWS

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  • How would you rate on-campus housing?

    111 Students rated on-campus housing 3.6 stars. 16 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate off-campus housing?

    80 Students rated off-campus housing 3 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus food?

    151 Students rated campus food 3 stars. 15 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus facilities?

    153 Students rated campus facilities 3.8 stars. 25 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate class size?

    153 Students rated class size 4.2 stars. 44 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate school activities?

    151 Students rated school activities 3.8 stars. 30 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate local services?

    155 Students rated local services 4 stars. 40 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate academics?

    154 Students rated academics 3.8 stars. 32 % gave the school a 5.0.

What's your overall opinion of William Paterson University of New Jersey?

36 Students rated William Paterson University of New Jersey

Michael - 12/29/2023

William Paterson University of New Jersey was my first choice after visiting a half of dozen schools around New Jersey. It's a large beautiful campus and will likely bring my car and a bike to get around. I was impressed with all that I met and thankfully I have been accepted for the Fall 2024 start as a freshman on early acceptance. The campus is not far from restaurants, malls and housing. The surrounding cities are attractive with possibilities of off campus housing as well.

Justin - 11/28/2020

I find William Paterson to be a great school to attend. I am a communications student and I was sold on the communications department here on campus. The radio station is fun to get involved in with a variety of shows to take part in or possibly pitch. The music variety is excellent to listen to as well. When it comes to the TV studio and club, the students are motivated with a professor who is exciting to learn from as he is knowledgeable at what he does. If there is one aspect the school needs to improve, it is the dining hall. The food over there can be middle-of-the-barrel at best, atrocious at worst! Thankfully, there are nice spots to eat around campus such as a local smokehouse and a QuickChek that is a walking distance away. Also, the campus is diverse so it is not hard to meet new people/make new friends. It can get rowdy in the residential buildings beyond quiet hours but the dorms are great to sleep in. In general, a superb university to attend courses and to create many enjoyable experiences prior to the post college life.

Samantha - 07/24/2020

I love the campus and saw some old friends from high school. Sure Nursing and Performance are competitive, but WPU is the best college in New Jersey. One of my parents is a former alumni / graduate of William Paterson and introduced me to a few professors.

Brittany

William Paterson University is overall a great place to learn, especially if you are involved in the communications, nursing or education programs. The school is pretty much known for those programs and most people get jobs right out of college. I would recommend looking at this school if you are interested in these areas of study.

William Paterson University of New Jersey FAQS

  1. What is the Acceptance Rate at William Paterson University of New Jersey?

    The fall 2020 acceptance rate for William Paterson University of New Jersey is 75%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020 , _____ students were offered admission. The number of males who applied was _____ vs the number of females which was _____.

  2. What should every freshman at your school know before they start?

    i would tell myself to get ready for the best time, but hardest part of my life. College is fun but you must know when to be serious about your studies and when to play around. Life is serious business and you must dedicate yourself to long nights and early mornings in order to achieve what you want in college.

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  3. What do you consider the worst thing about your school? Why?

    The weekends are boreing, you have to create your own fun.

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  4. What kind of person should attend this school?

    All students who like a mid size campus where a person does not get lost in the crowd. it is a close community and friendly. It has many activiites for students. A student who is hard working and wants to succeed.

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  5. Describe how your school looks to someone who's never seen it.

    Willam Paterson University is a college aimed at students that are willing to work hard and try their best.

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  6. What do you brag about most when you tell your friends about your school?

    The students at William Paterson are just so friendly and down to earth. The activites on campus are fun because the students at the college do everything possible to make sure the other students have a great time.

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  7. What's the most frustrating thing about your school?

    The most frustrating aspect of my school is the ubiquitous nature of the fraternities and sororities.

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  8. What's unique about your campus?

    I personally love the campus and campus life. Some people may find that there are too many hills and stairs but I find that the geography of the campus helps prevent the "Freshman 15". In the Fall, campus is the most beautiful with the trees and flowers bloomed just before they fall. In the winter, campus is majestic with the snow sitting on the bare branches. In the Spring, the campus is amazing and full of life. Over all, Willy P is a friendly enviroment.

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  9. Describe your favorite campus traditions.

    Nursing, Music, and Business.

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  10. What kind of person should not attend this school?

    I think that anyone will fit in here!

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  11. Describe the students at your school.

    My classmates are very diverse and Cliché.

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  12. Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!

    The teachers are always helpful and on top of their email. You get an answer in hours in compared to days!

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  13. What's the one thing you wish someone had told you about freshman year?

    I wish I would have known that there was not much to do on the weekends here. Although I do find things to do, I feel like it is routine and nothing really that exciting. It is hard to have fun here without spending a lot of money. Also, if you do not have a car and you live on campus, there is rarely anything to do on the weekends.

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  14. Tell us about your professors.

    mostly they are good and helpful, they can cooperate with students when they have some reasonable excuses.

    Read all  1 answers

Student Body

Students

54%

female

46%

male

9,103

Total Undergrad Enrollment

1,480

Total Grad Students

2%

Out-Of-State

98%

In-State

N/A

International

Organizations

90

Student Organizations

7

Fraternities

9

Sororities

Housing

Yes

On-Campus Housing

23%

of students living on campus

Student Diversity

% American Indian/Alaskan Native
N/A
% Asian/Pacific Islander
7%
% Black or African-American
16%
% Hispanic/Latino
29%
% White or Caucasian
41%

TUITION & AID

All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA. Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.

89% of students attending William Paterson University of New Jersey receive some sort of financial aid. 49% were awarded federal grants. While 68% received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.

Cost Out of State

$20,466

Tuition and fees(Out of state)

$1,600

Books and Supplies

$11,103

Room and Board

33,169

Total On Campus

Actual Cost By Income Level(W/Financial Aid)

Family Income
Cost
$0 - $30K
$13,710
$30 - $48K
$14,759
$48 - $75K
$18,706
$75 - $110K
$20,645
$110K & UP
$21,551

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