Undergraduate Admissions

You're a Powerhouse
in the Making

And we’re here to guide you. At William Paterson University, support is at the core of who we are. From the very start of the admissions process to your career and beyond, our team of experts is committed to your success.

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"If you come here, there’s something for everyone. No matter how much you might be a wallflower, or may think you won’t fit in, there is a place for you on campus at William Paterson."

Alexa Teixeira

Elementary Education and
Liberal Studies | Class of 2025

Ready to join our community?

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IMPORTANT DATES AND DEADLINES

Most undergraduate programs offer decisions on a rolling basis, which means we evaluate your application once we receive all your admissions materials. Be sure to check individual program pages to see if your program has different deadline.

We recommend fall applicants apply by the June 1 priority deadline to ensure all your questions will be answered before the start of the fall semester.

Admissions Deadlines to Consider:

First-Year Early Action Deadline
Apply by December 1
University Honors Consideration
Apply by March 1

Have a question about these dates? Speak with an admissions counselor.

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Schedule a Visit

The best way to learn about campus is to come see it for yourself. Throughout the year, we offer virtual and in-person campus tours led by our powerhouse tour guides.

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Will. Power. Wednesdays

William Paterson provides an innovative First-Year Experience Program to help incoming freshmen transition to college life. Come learn how Will.Power. 101 sets you up for success as a student at WP! Wednesdays in July.

Invest in Your Education

The goal of the Office of Financial Aid is to help you find the most cost-effective option to pay for your degree. Regardless of your background or family income, you deserve an exceptional education, and we're committed to powering your forward.

AFFORDING EDUCATION

Financial Aid Dates and Deadlines

NJ State Aid Deadline for New College Students Applying for Fall - September 15
NJ State Aid Deadline for New College Students Applying for Spring - February 15

Resources for Applicants

Experiences at William Paterson Campus Life Meet Your Admissions Counselor

I've Been Accepted- Now What?

First, you celebrate! Take a moment to be proud of all the hard work it took for you to get here. Now, let's make your acceptance official by submitting your deposit.

If you still have questions, reach out to our Undergraduate Admissions team at admissions@wpunj.edu, call 973-720-2125, or text us at 973-221-8873.

P.S. We love to see your accepted student photos on Instagram. Tag us @WPUNJ!

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You’ll Be Here Before
You Know It

But until then, take a look at all of the opportunities that await, and picture your life on campus.

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Resources for Parents and Family Members

As the parent of a prospective Pioneer, you're experiencing a lot of change and transition, too. Rest assured, your student's success is our number one priority. We know it's yours, too, so we wanted to share some tried-and-true ways you can support them as they launch into this next phase of life.

FOR POWERHOUSE PARENTS

There’s Power in Asking Questions

Dates. Deadlines. Decisions. We know that you're juggling a lot of information, and we want to make this process as seamless as possible. If you have any questions, please let us know.

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