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Join us for our Fall Open House on Saturday, October 26

The best way to learn about being part of WP is to visit us! With one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation, and a beautiful campus spread across 407 wooded acres just 20 miles from New York City, there's something for everyone here. 

Submit this online form to register for our free Open House event.

What We Do

As a powerhouse for new talent, William Paterson University offers unmatched support and next-level learning experiences. Together, we're reinventing what an excellent education looks like - here's how.

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Fueled by Collaboration

Our classrooms are never confined to four walls. Students work closely with faculty, get firsthand research experience, and discover fields they never knew existed. And because no two learners are alike, we offer flexible degree options, alternate credentials, and liberal transfer credits.

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We believe that to excel, students need to feel seen.

As one of the most diverse institutions in New Jersey, our environment is unequivocally inclusive, backed by intentional systems that encourage and empower all students, every step of the way.

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Your Success Is Our Priority

The transition to college can come with many questions, which is why all first-year Pioneers are paired with a Student Success Team.

This tailored team of experts is composed of a professional advisor, financial aid counselor, career coach, and starting sophomore year, a faculty mentor in the student’s major.

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Discover What You Will. Power.

The first semester of college can be overwhelming, and Will. Power. 101, our first-year program, is designed to empower students throughout this life transition. In this semester-long course, students will explore what it means to be a powerhouse in academics, campus involvement and personal development, all while becoming more ingrained in the William Paterson community.

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Mentorship That Goes Beyond The Classroom

We have exceptional faculty at William Paterson, and in addition to being experts in their fields, our professors strongly emphasize and prioritize mentorship. Here, students refine and grow in their skills while working alongside and building meaningful relationships with faculty.

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Make Personal and Professional Impact

We equip our students with the skills and resources they need to thrive, as both thoughtful members of society and career-ready graduates. See how you can excel at William Paterson.

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