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William Paterson University of New Jersey

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About the school

Named a Top Regional University and Best Value School in the 2024 U.S. News and World Report’s Best Colleges, William Paterson University in Wayne, NJ is among the top-ranked colleges in the region for social mobility and ethnic diversity. As one of the largest producers of college graduates in New Jersey, the University serves nearly 10,000 undergraduate and graduate students—both on our 407-acre wooded campus, as well as through a wide range of 100 percent online programs.

Average Tuition Cost After Aid

$12,946 / year

Acceptance Rate

92 %

Special mission

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School type

Public

College level / degree type

4 year

Top 5 Majors

health

business Marketing

psychology

communication

security Law Enforcement

Student Body / As a student

Graduation rate

62.90%

Cost of attendance

$12,946

Remote option

-

School size

6,591

Applying

Minimum test score

SAT - 1150

ACT -

After School / Post Graduation

Median debt of students

$15,750

Earning by student

$57,780

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