Feel the power of our campus.
See what students have to say about their WP experiences.
Find your power with mentors and peers
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
Immerse yourself
Build powerful academic and personal connections when you live in the heart of it all on campus.
Pride+
Muslim Student Association
Psychology Club
WP First-Gen Student Club
Pioneer Players
Beacon Newspaper
Honors College Club
Biology and Biotechnology Club
The Center for Latinidad
Hillel8
Residence Halls
That can house up to 1,500 students.
Stay active and energized
All William Paterson students can access the Sports and Recreation Center, Overlook Fitness Center, and Wightman Pool.
8
Dining options
William Paterson is more affordable, and recognized all my prior credits so I could come back to school and finish my degree. They’ve even helped me get an internship.
Barbee Edwards
Community Development and Social Justice Major
100+
campus activities
per semester
There’s always an event happening on campus, whether it’s a movie night, karaoke night, or a sporting event. Working at the university radio station, I covered all the football games.
Angelina Reyes
Communications Major
100+
clubs and student organizations
Did you know?
We have 13 NCAA Division III intercollegiate sports teams and 31 intramural and club sports including nationally ranked teams in ice hockey, bowling, and rugby.
Apply to William Paterson
Ready to become a student? Access our undergraduate, Common App, and transfer applications.
Get More Information
Your college decision is an important one. Make sure you have the information you need to learn more and apply.