William Paterson University of New Jersey

At a Glance Admission, Tuition, Population, and more Updated: July 13, 2024 collegetuitioncompare

William Paterson University of New Jersey is a four-year, public school located in Wayne, NJ. It is classified as Master's College and University (larger programs) by Carnegie Classification. William Paterson University of New Jersey is accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education .

90% Acceptance Rate

For 2024-25 admission, 9,165 applied, 8,256 accepted, and 1,037 enrolled in William Paterson University of New Jersey. 462 men and 554 women first-time, full-time students enrolled. Admission Stats

2025 Tuition & Fees

The 2025 undergraduate tuition & fees are $15,704 for New Jersey residents and $25,344 for others. The graduate tuition & fees are $16,963 for New Jersey residents and $24,211 for others. Tuition has increased by 3.60% compared to last year at William Paterson University of New Jersey. Cost Breakdown

Financial Aid

4,395 undergraduate students have awarded and the average amount of the aid awarded is $9,468. For freshmen, 731 students (91%) have received financial aid and its average amount is $13,984. Detailed Financial Aid

Student Population

A total of 9,942 students enrolled William Paterson University of New Jersey in 2025. By gender, 3,253 men and 6,689 women students are enrolled. There are 6,647 undergraduate and 3,295 graduate students. More Demographics Stats

169 Major Programs

8 programs through online 41 graduate programs Certificate Programs Bachelor's Master's Doctorate Post-graduate Certificate Area of Study

Graduation Rate

The graduation rate of William Paterson University of New Jersey is 44% and the transfer-out rate is 28%. The retention rate is 74% for full-time and 74% for part-time students. Graduation Rate 44% Transfer-out Rate 28% Retention Rate 74% Students to Faculty Ratio 18 to 1 More Stats

Facutly & Staffs

A total of 711 faculties (instructional staffs) are working for William Paterson University of New Jersey and the average faculty salary is $120,869. The studetns to faculty ratio is 18 to 1. There are 1,246 non-instructional staffs and the average staff salary is $94,077. Number of Faculties 711 Average Faculty Salary $120,869 Number of Staffs 1,246 Average Staff Salary $94,077

Special Learning Opportunities

Distance Learning (online classes) Study Abroad Weekend/Evening College Teacher Certificate Academic/career counseling Employment services for students On-Campus Daycare Libraries See More

Wayne, NJ