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  • Students

    Find out more about the characteristics of students who attend WPUNJ.

  • Admissions

    See how many students applied, accepted, and enrolled at WPUNJ. Learn more about students’ high school preparation and test scores.

  • College Costs & Financial Aid

    Learn about costs to attend WPUNJ and how much financial aid is typically awarded.

  • College Cost Estimator

    Estimate your cost to attend WPUNJ in a few simple steps.

  • Classes and Campus Life

    Learn more about professors, where students live, and campus safety at WPUNJ.

  • Student Experiences

    Discover ways to be actively involved in your education at WPUNJ – inside and outside the classroom.

  • Majors, Graduation and Next Steps

    See which majors are most popular at WPUNJ and what recent graduates plan to do after earning their bachelor's degree.

  • Student Success & Progress

    Discover how many students who start at WPUNJ finish their bachelor's degree and how long it takes.

  • Student Learning Outcomes

    Figure out what learning gains to expect in critical thinking, writing, and other important subjects at WPUNJ.

New Student Applications (Fall 2010)

Of the 7,140 new freshman applicants, 63% were admitted and 34% of the admitted students enrolled at William Paterson University in Fall 2010.
Of the 2,462 transfer applicants, 89% were admitted and 53% of the admitted students enrolled at William Paterson University in Fall 2010.
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New Freshmen High School Background and Test Scores

Test(s) Required for Admission: SAT or ACT recommended

Shows middle 50% of testing range
Test Scores of Enrolled New Freshmen SAT
Math 460 - 545
Critical Reading 440 - 530
50% of admitted students have test scores within the ranges listed, 25% have scores above, and 25% have scores below.
High School Preparation
High School Background of Enrolled New Freshmen
 
Percent in top 25% of High School Graduating Class 27%
Percent in top 50% of High School Graduating Class 61%
Percent of new freshmen reporting High School Rank 57%
Average High School GPA Data Not Available
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