Open House

Interested in becoming a student at WP? Join us on campus for one of our two Open House events: Saturday, Oct. 14 or Saturday, Nov. 18

Achieve More

Academic Success Center. Advisement Center. Writing Center. Science Enrichment Center. Center for Diversity and Inclusion. Career Development Center. Accessibility Resource Center. Professors that care.

Student-centered support

Ready. Set. WP.

The fall semester is almost here! Evening classes kick off on Wednesday, August 30, and the first full day of classes is Thursday, August 31.

See the Academic Calendar

Will. Power.

Discover your interests; pursue your passion; do your best; become the best—with our help

What’s your calling?

What are you waiting for?

Our greatest strength is helping you find yours

At William Paterson University, we continuously empower our students to achieve the goals
they set for themselves. Here are some of the ways we help our students succeed.

Think of our professors as Olympic Gold Medalists in Academics.

You’ll find your guru at WP.

Our sports programs add Pioneer pride to the campus community.

Thousands of scholarships available. Invaluable education. Great value.

Small can make a big difference.

Undergrads wrap their arms around the real world in state-of-the-art labs, classrooms and studios.

11,000 hours of community service in one year. Our students give back, big time.

Our campus is a vibrant community, set on 407 wooded suburban acres.

You can almost bite the Big Apple from here.

From intramurals or club sports to intercollegiate athletics, the WP community offers something for everyone.

We’re known for helping low-income students graduate into good-paying jobs.

Go Greek. Get social. Soak up some culture. Find your club or start one.

Get a little face time with your future employers.

Our 82,000 alumni are living proof that our students achieve greatness—on campus and out in the world.

What's new at WP?

More news & events

William Paterson University Establishes School of Nursing; Dr. Minerva Salinas Guttman to Serve as Founding Associate Dean

WP Nursing Grad Brian Monaghan ’83 Volunteers to Treat Burn Victims during Deadly Hawaiian Wildfires

National Association of Broadcasters Names William Paterson University’s Radio Station a Top 5 Finalist for “Best College Radio Station of the Year” Award

New Research Out of William Paterson University Points to Devastating Environmental “Tipping Point” in Critical Forests in Next 25 Years

Why WP?

William Paterson University has given me limitless opportunities to expand my leadership capabilities and career readiness, such as helping me perfect my resume, hone my interview skills, and expand my professional network. My professors always had my back and wanted nothing more than for me to succeed academically and professionally, and with their support, I applied and was accepted to two internships.

Jay Dhar ‘23
Professional Sales