William Paterson University of New Jersey
William Paterson University of New Jersey is a public institution in Wayne, New Jersey. The university offers over 250 undergraduate and graduate academic programs through its multiple colleges. It is well known for its strong programs in nursing, business, education, and music.
Acceptance rate
92%
Undergrad enrollment
6,647
Test policy
Test optional
Application fee
$50
Application deadlines
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early ActionEarly Action Deadline | December 1, 2026 |
| ScholarshipMerit Scholarship Consideration Deadline | January 1, 2027 |
| Financial AidFAFSA Priority Consideration Deadline | February 15, 2027 |
| ScholarshipHonors College Priority Scholarship Consideration | March 1, 2027 |
| Regular DecisionPriority Fall Regular Decision Deadline | June 1, 2027 |
| TransferFall Transfer Application Deadline | August 1, 2027 |
Supplemental essay prompts
The WP Honors College is committed to high quality education and also to civic and social engagement. What is one social problem that matters to you? To your mind, what are the beginning steps to solving it? Is there a way that you could use your life experiences, challenges, knowledge, intellect, skills or talents to contribute to the solution? Please answer in at least 200 words but no more than 400 words. Use of generative artificial intelligence in application answers must be noted and cited.
What are your plans for the next two years as a college student? Answer in at least 20 words but no more than 50 words.