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- School Code: 262500
- Phone: (908) 709-7000
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ACCEPTANCE RATE
75.17%FINANCIAL AID RATE
90%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
14:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
4FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$7,078Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Liberal Arts Degree
The liberal arts program at William Paterson University of New Jersey prepares students for careers in marketing, sales, business, social media, graphic design, data analysis and management, computer programming, and information technology networking and support. The program focuses in a structured combination of the arts. Program courses include: biological and physical sciences, social sciences, humanities, and independently designed programs of study. Get more details below including other New Jersey colleges that offer liberal arts degrees.
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William Paterson University of New Jersey
1033 Springfield Avenue, Cranford, NJ
William Paterson University of New Jersey provides a variety of program options for students to aid them in their growth and development. The school is located in Wayne, New Jersey and publically funded. Enrollment at William Paterson University of New Jersey exceeds 11,000 annually.
Here is a list of some of the popular programs William Paterson University of New Jersey offers:
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Communications And Journalism
- Social Sciences
- Psychology
Students applying for admission are most often asked to submit an application, transcripts, records, test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by the admissions staff. Most students accepted to WP score in a range of 900 to 1100 on the SAT. This school accepts approximately 60 percent of students applying yearly. Of those admitted, around 33 percent enrolled. More information on admissions can be found at wpunj.edu.
Tuition & fees at WP are different for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state tuition costs approximately $13,000 per year with out-of-state tuition costing $20,000 per year. The price of on-campus housing is estimated to be $7,400 per year. Students enrolled at William Paterson University of New Jersey may qualify for aid which is usually scholarships, grants, and loans.
Athletic programs are available at WP through the NCAA, allowing students to participate in intercollegiate sports. Athletic programs available may include:
- Baseball (NCAA Division III)
- Basketball (NCAA Division III)
- Field Hockey (NCAA Division III)
Students should visit the WP website to obtain a complete list of areas of study, programs, financial aid details, and more that is available at this school.
Students Enrolled in the Liberal Arts Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. William Paterson University of New Jersey offers a bachelor's degree program in liberal arts.
Students by Gender (2019)
Graduates | |
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Male | 11 |
Female | 47 |
Students by Race (2019)
Graduates | |
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Asian | 4 |
Black | 7 |
Hispanic | 17 |
White | 27 |
Unknown | 3 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
Career Options for Graduates
Students who have completed the Liberal Arts program at William Paterson University of New Jersey, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:Postsecondary Teachers, All Other
Description
All postsecondary teachers not listed separately.
Career Outlook & Projections (
)
According to the BLS, postsecondary teachers, all other employment is expected to grow at a rate of 9.3% from 2014 to 2024
Salary & Wages
- Nassau County-Suffolk County, NY Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 590
- Average Annual Salary: $64030
- Newark, NJ-PA Metropolitan Division
- Average Annual Salary: $79840
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may give you an idea of the students William Paterson University of New Jersey accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college or dual credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, William Paterson University of New Jersey may offer services to students like:- Online course work available
- Remedial courses
- Counseling assistance
- Work study style employment
Intercollegiate Athletics
William Paterson University of New Jersey is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division III with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (New Jersey Athletic Conference)
- Basketball (New Jersey Athletic Conference)
- Field Hockey
- Football (New Jersey Athletic Conference)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming and Diving
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Volleyball