William Paterson University
Founded 1855
President Richard Helldobler (President)
Fees USD 13,100
Acceptance Rate Moderate (50–75%)
Campus Setting Suburban
William Paterson University is a public university founded in 1855 in Wayne, New Jersey, in the northern New Jersey suburbs of New York City. Enrolling 10,000 students, WPU is known for its nationally ranked jazz studies program, nursing, education, and business programs.
Colleges
- Christos M. Cotsakos College of Business — AACSB-accredited; finance near Wall Street
- Department of Music — Nationally ranked jazz studies program
- College of Education — Teacher preparation for North Jersey schools
- College of Science and Health — CCNE-accredited nursing programs
How to Apply
- Acceptance Rate: ~87% | In-State Tuition: ~$13,100