William Paterson University College Portrait

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Student Success & Progress
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Student Learning Outcomes
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Undergraduate and Graduate Student Total
Total Students	11,361

Undergraduate Student Demographic Breakdown
Gender
Total Undergraduate Students	9,860

Women	5,370	54%
Men	4,490	46%

Race/Ethnicity
American Indian / Alaskan Native	20	<1%
Asian	647	7%
African American / Black	1,380	14%
Hispanic	2,000	20%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	0	<1%
White	4,991	51%
Two or More Races	44	<1%
International	73	1%
Race/Ethnicity Not Reported	705	7%

Geographic Distribution (Degree-Seeking)
Where do WPUNJ undergraduates call home?

New Jersey	98%
Other US States & Territories	1%
Other Countries	1%
Residency Unknown	<1%

How old are WPUNJ undergraduates?
Average Age	23
Percent of Undergraduates Age 25 or Older	19%