The Office of Scholarships supports the Mission of William Paterson University in its “commitment to promoting student success, academic excellence and community outreach with opportunities for lifelong learning.” Our goal is to provide support and guidance and to serve as an additional resource to student scholars enrolled at William Paterson University. We provide services to more than 800 William Paterson University scholars who are recipients of our various institutional merit based scholarships for incoming students in addition to administering and monitoring more than 200 Foundation and Academic Departmental Scholarships.

The Office of Scholarships hosts informational sessions and workshops throughout the academic year which are designed to maintain and enhance student success. Workshop topics include:

• Career planning and development
• How to be a successful college student
• How to navigate the advisement process
• Selecting a major and planning out your courses
• Student support services, such as tutoring, and study groups
• Student leadership and campus activities
• Study Abroad Programs
• The value of internships
• The Honors Program

In addition, the Office of Scholarships provides assistance to William Paterson University students who are seeking additional funds to supplement their educational costs. A variety of reference books and up to date scholarship opportunities are posted outside the Office of Scholarships. A comprehensive scholarship database of outside scholarship opportunities is also available.