Known for health sciences — excellent value
William Paterson University of New Jersey is a public institution in Wayne with particular strength in health sciences and business.
A mid-sized campus of 6.5K undergraduates with a 17:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
48% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $57,780 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $17,764.
Established
1855
Mascot
Pio (since 2021)
Type
Public university
Conference
Division III of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)
Division
Division III
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93%Acceptance
—SAT Avg
6,526Students
17:1Student:Faculty
48%Grad Rate
$57,780Earnings 10yr
$17,764Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate92.5%
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition (in-state)$15,150
Tuition (out-of-state)$24,464
Room & Board$15,990
Books & Supplies$1,600
Total Cost of Attendance$26,555
Average Net Price$17,764
Median Debt at Graduation$22,334
Monthly Payment (10yr)$237
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$15,420
$30–48K$17,010
$48–75K$17,978
$75–110K$20,823
$110K+$23,237
Programs (83)
Student Body
Undergrads
6,526
Gender Split
61% / 39%
Women / Men
First Generation
44%
Pell Grant Recipients
44%
Race & Ethnicity
White 32%
Black 20%
Hispanic 34%
Asian 7%
Two+ 2%
Int'l 2%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate47.7%
Freshman Retention72.7%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$44,928
8 Years$52,612
10 Years$57,780
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$45,700
Men
$53,600
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Source: Wikipedia