The Office of Graduate Admissions and Enrollment Services web site offers important information about graduate studies at William Paterson. Below is a list of often-accessed forms and web pages categorized by student type. Please be advised you must check all document submission deadlines.

Prospective Student Forms and Links

Program Offerings

Program Requirements

Graduate Application

Instructions and Mandatory Forms [pdf]

Miller's Analogies Test (MAT) Information

Non-Degree Application Process

Visiting Student Application Process

Disability Services

Matriculated Student Forms and Links

Graduate Application for Graduation [application deadlines below]

Application for Comprehensive Examination  [pdf]

Change of Program Concentration  [pdf]

Change of Status*

Leave of Absence Form

Students are eligible for a one semester leave of absence, if they are in good academic standing.  One additional semester of leave may be requested.  Go to WPConnect and select the “Self-Service” tab.  Scroll to “Miscellaneous Online Services” and select the “Leave of Absence Request Form”.  Students not enrolled in courses, or on leave of absence, must reapply to their program of study through the Office of Graduate Admissions and Enrollment Services.   A student who does not wish to enroll in courses during a given semester, or who chooses to withdraw registered courses down to zero credits must complete a Leave of Absence Form online.  This action will automatically withdraw courses for the chosen semester.  If you have further questions, please contact the Registrar's Office at (973) 720-3077 or brenensonl@wpunj.edu

Withdrawal from Graduate Studies 

A withdrawal is for an indefinite length of time and if students choose to return to William Paterson they will need to complete the necessary paperwork for readmission through the admissions office. Students MUST be separated from the University a minimum of one year from the date of withdrawal before readmitting to the University. Students wishing to officially withdraw from the University must Go to WPConnect and select the “Self-Service” tab.  Scroll to “Miscellaneous Online Services” and select the “Withdrawal Request Form”.  If you have further questions please contact the Registrar's Office at 973-720-3077 or brenensonl@wpunj.edu

*Change of Status: Students can defer their application or acceptance, withdraw their application or acceptance, and change the program they originally applied for or change the concentration of their intended program.

All students must file for graduation by the following dates: