William Paterson University
Wayne, New Jersey · Public University · Medium (11,000+ students)
Min GPA
2.0 cumulative
Max Credits
Up to 75 credits accepted from 2-year institutions
Application Deadline
June 1 for Fall, December 1 for Spring
Courses in TransferU
1,211 courses indexed
About William Paterson University
William Paterson University is a public university in Wayne, New Jersey. Known for its strong music, education, business, and nursing programs, WPU offers an affordable education close to New York City with excellent transfer pathways.
For Transfer Students
- Strong articulation agreements with New Jersey community colleges
- Close to New York City — excellent internship and career access
- Affordable tuition with transfer scholarships available
- Strong music, education, nursing, and business programs
Transfer at a Glance
- Minimum GPA
- 2.0 cumulative
- Deadline
- June 1 for Fall, December 1 for Spring
- Credits Accepted
- Up to 75 credits accepted from 2-year institutions
Top Programs
Business AdministrationEducationNursingMusicComputer ScienceCommunicationsPsychologyCriminal JusticeBiologyAccounting
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