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F A S T   F A C T S
Location | Wayne
Population | 11,500
Enrollment | 10,321
Language | English
Calendar | Semester
Canada | Home & Host

Term Dates
Fall | 09/04-12/20
Spring | 01/22-05/15

William Paterson University of New Jersey

Wayne, NJ

   

About This Campus

William Paterson University, founded in 1855, is one of New Jersey’s nine public universities. Located on a scenic 370-acre campus in northeast New Jersey—just 20 miles from New York City—WP offers students the best of both worlds: natural beauty and access to urban opportunity. With over 11,200 students, the university offers 30 undergraduate and 19 graduate programs across five colleges: Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences; Business; Education; Science and Health; and Adult and Professional Studies. WP’s 350 full-time faculty include 26 Fulbright Scholars, reflecting a strong commitment to teaching and research. At William Paterson, students gain the knowledge, skills, and experience to thrive in their careers and beyond.

Helpful Information

Placement is generally accessible across most majors, though some high-demand courses may be limited. Exchange students typically find course registration straightforward, with support from academic advisors. On-campus housing is available, and off-campus commuting is manageable with local bus routes and shuttles. Students enjoy a scenic campus, strong support services, and access to clubs, fitness facilities, and cultural events. WP is ideal for students seeking a balance of academic rigor, personal support, and urban access.
2025-2026 Chance of Placement
Host Payment |Open
Home Payment |Open
Campus Availability & Deadlines
2026-2027 Chance of Placement
Host Payment |Open
Home Payment |Open
Understand Chances of Placement

Academics

Registration
  • Campus Catalog
  • When will I register? After campus students
  • Syllabus Request for Course Pre-Approval: Contact Host Coordinator for assistance
Closed Programs
Education and Nursing.

Limitations
Audition or portfolio review is required for admission to music and art classes. Non-native English speakers must have a TOEFL score of 550 paper, 213 computer or 79-80 Internet. Exchange unavailable to students from other New Jersey NSE campuses. NSE students may not take courses in Athletic Training.

Options
Honors Access: Yes

Undergraduate Majors Open to NSE Students

Accounting, African American Studies, African Studies... ++ show all

Conditions

GPA and Other Academic Requirements Exchange Preferences
  • Full-year exchange Accepted
  • Single term exchange Accepted
Non-Native English Speakers
  • TOEFL: must have a score of 550.00 paper or 79.00 Internet
Summer Exchange
  • Not available
International Students (Visa Students)
  • Will accept Home/Host Pay
Canadian Students - learn more
  • Will accept Home/Host Pay

Tuition / Finances

Figures per Semester are current as of 05/28/25

Finances Tuition and Fees Per Semester - Host Payment Students
  • Pay resident-rate tuition to your host campus. No tuition/fees are paid to your home campus
  • Estimated cost: $7852.
  • Figures are based on full-time enrollment.
Tuition and Fees - Home Payment Students
  • Pay regular tuition to your home campus. No tuition/fees are paid to your host campus.
Maximum Credit Hours Per Semester
  • Host Payment: 19
  • Home Payment: 19

Financial Aid for NSE Students
Regardless of Payment Plan, financial aid is awarded by and disbursed from your home campus.

Miscellaneous Fees - Per Semester

Purpose Amount Period Plan Status
Housing Deposit $150.00 Semester Host & Home Mandatory
Activity Fee $61.82 Semester Host Mandatory
Athletic Fee $120.80 Semester Host Mandatory
Technology Fee $150 Year Host Mandatory
Resnet Fee $40.00 Semester Host & Home Mandatory
Campus Facilities Fee $26.78 Semester Host Mandatory
Course Fees / MaterialsVariesSemesterHost & HomeMandatory

Important Notes: General Services Fee 41.36 Student Gov Association Fee 66.00 Student Services Fee 10.98

Room / Meals

Figures are current as of 05/28/25

On-Campus Housing Per Semester Off-Campus Housing
  • Approximate monthly cost: $1800
  • Proximity to campus: 2-4 miles
  • Local Public Transportation Available to Campus
Meal Plans Notes About Meal Plans
Currently we offer a Commuter: Intro Plan (10 Block), Basic Plan (25 Block), Convenience Plan (50 Block) and an Advantage Plan (75 Block) option and a declining balance debit plan. Whether you are on campus two, three or five days a week, there is a block meal plan that will meet your schedule and dining needs!

Health

Figures per Semester are current as of 05/28/25

Exchange with Canada - Health Insurance
Students must purchase campus health insurance at $1,575 per semester.

Requirements

All data in this document is the responsibility of the campus and has been provided by the campus NSE coordinator.
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