William Paterson University of New Jersey
Wayne, NJ
Wayne, NJ
Powering an inclusive environment
Located on a beautiful, safe, 370-acre wooded campus, WP offers the best of both worlds: a supportive community to focus on your studies and the excitement of New York City just 20 miles away!
Top-notch academics
At WP, you’re not just a number. With a 15:1 student-to-teacher ratio, you'll get personal attention from professors who are experts in their fields (including 41 Fulbright Scholars!). The University is organized into five academic colleges, including the AACSB-accredited Cotsakos College of Business, offering a wide range of majors. Whether you're into Science, Arts, Business, or Health, you'll find a challenging program to help you build your future.
A welcoming campus life
WP is home to students from 65 different countries, so you'll be part of a truly global community. The University guarantees on-campus housing for all four years, making your transition easy. When you're not in class, you can join any of the 100+ student clubs, play sports, or explore the area. The dedicated Office of International Students and Scholars (OISS) is there to help you with everything from visas to social activities, ensuring you feel supported from day one.
Making your US degree affordable
William Paterson University is committed to helping international students succeed. That's why they offer the Pioneer Award, a scholarship specifically for international freshmen. This award can provide a discount of up to 80% on the difference between in-state and out-of-state tuition, making a high-quality American education much more affordable. All international applicants are automatically considered for this fantastic scholarship.
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Ranked among the "Best Regional Universities" in the North | U.S. News & World Report, 2025 |
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Ranked among the "Top Public Schools" | U.S. News & World Report, 2025 |
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Named a "Top Performer on Social Mobility" | U.S. News & World Report, 2025 |
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Ranked among the "Best Value Schools" | U.S. News & World Report, 2025 |
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Ranked among the nation's "Best Undergraduate Nursing Programs" | U.S. News & World Report, 2025 |
Set on 407 wooded acres in Wayne, Haledon, and North Haledon, New Jersey, campus is just three miles from the historic Great Falls in Paterson as well as just 20 miles from the rich cultural, artistic, and commercial life of New York City.
At William Paterson University, we continuously empower our students to achieve the goals they set for themselves. Here's what we offer to help students succeed!
• 11,000 hours of community service: Our students give back, big time each year.
• A vibrant campus community: Set on 407 wooded suburban acres, there's always something exciting going on.
• Proximity to New York City: Just 20 miles away, you can almost bite the Big Apple from here.
• 31 club sports and intramural activities: From intramurals or club sports to intercollegiate athletics, the WP community offers something for everyone.
• 13 NCAA Division III athletic teams: Our student-athletes give it their all, and the continued support of our alumni is an integral part of our success.
• 100+ student clubs and organizations: Go Greek. Get social. Soak up some culture. Find your club or start one.
• Alumni network 82,000 strong: Our alumni are living proof that our students achieve greatness—on campus and out in the world.
• Faculty Fulbright Scholars: Think of our professors as Olympic Gold Medalists in Academics.
• One-to-one mentoring: You’ll find your academic guru and support system here.
• 2,000+ scholarships: Thousands of scholarships are available for an invaluable education at a great value.
• Smaller classes: Small can make a big difference.
• Hands-on experience opportunities: Undergrads get a taste of the real world in state-of-the-art labs, classrooms, and studios.
“Being a student at WP has provided me with wonderful hands-on learning experiences. With the support of great mentors, I have been able to perform meaningful research, present my work at a conference, and attain great insights into my field through clinical placements. Overall, my experience at WP has been thoroughly gratifying."
“The Cotsakos College of Business provided me with numerous opportunities. The challenging courses are centered on real-world knowledge that I applied to internships in tax and wealth management, and I was prepared to begin working on my professional licensure promptly after graduation. Outside of class, I took advantage of campus career fairs and résumé-building workshops, and participated in the University’s sales triathlon. I am thankful for these experiences and the memories I’ve made."
"Being part of the Costakos College of Business has allowed me to immerse myself in the world of finance through rigorous courses, research opportunities, and support from faculty members. I have completed my Business honors thesis and have learned valuable skills that helped me receive two exceptional internships at Sax LLP and Becton Dickinson. WP has given me the tools to jumpstart my career."
"I gained all the building blocks I needed [at WP]: experience, an internship, and interview skills. Not only did performing laboratory research on campus increase my understanding of biological concepts, it also helped me establish solid relationships with faculty members and other student researchers. I also strengthened my public speaking abilities by presenting my research at conferences."
"As a sophomore, I had the honor of being selected as an athletic training intern for the New York City Football Club. I worked directly with professional athletes, and thanks to WP, I felt prepared, confident, and comfortable in the job. The professors, clinical staff, and coaches here really want to see students do well; they invest a lot of their own time in us. It’s just as much about their hard work as ours when we succeed."
"I was blown away by the resources here—not only physically on campus but also within the faculty. The professors don’t just teach and go home; they're doing a lot of great work and research within their discipline, and they include students in that—that’s what I’ve really valued. Faculty offer opportunities to learn outside of class all the time, which makes what we learned in class applicable and easier to understand."
