William Paterson University of New Jersey
Wayne, New Jersey 07470
Data last updated: May 29, 2026
Campus Vibe
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.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
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Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
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Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
58.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
4.4%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$15,750
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
46
Peer Average
37
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
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Arson
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Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
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Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
73%
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Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
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History & Fun Facts
- •History Hobart Manor William Paterson University was founded in 1855 as the Paterson City Normal School.
- •The original manor house was built in 1877 in the style of a castle, and was the home of John McCullough, a Scottish immigrant who made a fortune in the wool industry.
- •Hobart Manor was designated a national and state landmark in 1976.
- •The university changed its name to Paterson State Teachers College when it relocated from Paterson in 1951.
- •In 1966, the curriculum was expanded to include degree offerings other than those leading to a teaching career.
Source: Wikipedia
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