Applying to William Paterson University

The University recommends use of the online application as the quickest and easiest way to apply.  You may begin your application without submitting it and return to complete it at a later time.  No application fee is collected during the completion of the online application.

Choose the appropriate application by clicking on one of the buttons below.

Freshman and International Freshman Applicants

Transfer, Readmit, Second Degree and Non-Degree/Visiting Students

Application Instructions

• Click on your application type for deadlines for Freshman, Transfer, Readmit and Second Degree Students, and Non-Degree/Visiting Students.
• The application fee is $50 and will be requested after submission of your application.  Note that application fees are waived for students who attend an official visit to the University.
• Applicants will receive email communication after application submission.  One will be your Official Application Acknowledgement, which will contain your WP Student ID number.  It will also contain instructions on how to check your application status and submit your documentation.

For students who wish to submit a paper application, click on the link below for the document you wish to download and print.

• Application for Undergraduate Admission
• Application for Non-Degree/Visiting Students
• Educational Opportunity Fund (EOF) Application
• Additional Application Materials for International Students

Additional Information

• New Jersey Student and Parent Consumer Information Act [pdf] »
• Annual Security and Fire Safety Report [pdf] »