William Paterson University of New Jersey Admission
Application Fee
$50
Graduate Application Fee
$50
Acceptance Rate
93.00%
Yield (Enrollment Rate)
12.00%
Freshmen Enrollment
806
For the 2022-2023 admission, a total of 7,062 students have applied and 6,464 students have allowed to admit to William Paterson University of New Jersey (Acceptance rate: 91.53%). William Paterson University of New Jersey's yield, also known as enrollment rate, is 12.47 % where 806 students have finally enrolled out of 6,464 admitted students.
William Paterson University of New Jersey acceptance rate is higher (easier to admit) compared to Public, 4-Years Colleges in New Jersey. Compared to similar schools in rankings such as Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus and Fairleigh Dickinson University-Florham Campus, its acceptance rate is average (the average acceptance rate of the schools is 82.89%).
William Paterson University of New Jersey enrollment rate (yield) is lower (less admitted-students enrolled) compared to Public, 4-Years Colleges in New Jersey. Compared to similar schools in rankings, its yield is average (average yield is 14.00%).
How to Apply to William Paterson University of New Jersey
The following table summarizes the contact and directory information to apply William Paterson University of New Jersey. William Paterson University of New Jersey offers benefits for veterans, service member, or qualified family members. You may need to prepare certificate of eligibility (COE ) from the Veterans Affairs .
Admission | www.wpunj.edu/admissions/ |
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Financial Aid | www.wpunj.edu/financial-aid/ |
Net Price Calculator | www.wpunj.edu/financial-aid/net_price_calc.html |
Veterans Tuition | www.wpunj.edu/veterans/ |
Disability Service | www.wpunj.edu/accessibilityresourcecenter/ |
Admission Statistics Charts
The following chart visualizes the admission statistics at William Paterson University of New Jersey and compares to similar schools by type, level and location.
*Data Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS).
Test Scores Comparison
In 2023, the average SAT score at William Paterson University of New Jersey is 0. Compared to similar schools in college rankings, the admission score of William Paterson University of New Jersey is lower than the schools (average score is 1,210). You can check and compare the SAT and ACT scores by subject with tables and charts.
SAT Average | ACT Average | |
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William Paterson University of New Jersey | 0 | 0 |
Similarly Colleges in Rankings | 1,210 | 26 |
All U.S. Colleges | 1,123 | 68 |
Public, 4-Years Colleges | 1,112 | 67 |
4-Years Colleges | 1,124 | 68 |
Public, 4-Years Colleges in New Jersey | 1,126 | 72 |
SAT Score by Subject
At William Paterson University of New Jersey, 5 students submitted SAT scores (1% of enrolled students).
The average SAT score is about 0 and it is lower than average for Public, 4-Years Colleges in New Jersey. The following table shows the SAT average scores by subject and 25th/75th percentile.
25th percentile | 50th percentile (Median) | 75th percentile | |
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Evidence-Based Reading and Writing | 530 | 620 | 680 |
Mathematics | 460 | 530 | 665 |
Total | 990 | 1,150 | 1,345 |
*Data Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)(Last update: December 11, 2023)
William Paterson University of New Jersey Admission Requirements
The following table summarizes the admission requirement to apply to William Paterson University of New Jersey. The school requires 6 items to submit - Secondary school GPA, Secondary school record, Completion of college-preparatory program, Formal demonstration of competencies, TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language), and Legacy status.
3 items are Considered if submitted - Recommendations, Admission test scores, and Personal statement or essay.
Secondary school GPA | Required |
Secondary school rank | Not Considered |
Secondary school record | Required |
Completion of college-preparatory program | Required |
Recommendations | Considered, if submitted |
Formal demonstration of competencies | Required |
Admission test scores | Considered, if submitted |
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | Required |
Work experience | Not Considered |
Personal statement or essay | Considered, if submitted |
Legacy status | Required |