William Paterson University of NJ: what international applicants need

What are William Paterson University of NJ's application deadlines for 2026–27?

William Paterson University of NJ has one application deadline for 2026–27: Early Action on December 1, 2026. It also admits on a rolling basis.

• Deadlines are usually 11:59 pm in your own time zone, unless the university says otherwise on its site.

What is William Paterson University of NJ's acceptance rate?

90.1% for students who started in fall 2024: William Paterson University of NJ admitted 8,256 of its 9,165 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does William Paterson University of NJ require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

No. William Paterson University of NJ is test-optional for 2026–27: you decide whether to send SAT or ACT scores.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.
• For the Early Action deadline (December 1, 2026), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is November 7, 2026: scores on November 20, 2026, registration by October 23, 2026 (late registration October 27, 2026).
• Official score reports can take a few more days to reach universities.

How much is William Paterson University of NJ's application fee for international students?

William Paterson University of NJ's application fee is $50 for international applicants, the same as for US applicants.

Does William Paterson University of NJ accept the Common App fee waiver from international students?

Yes. William Paterson University of NJ accepts the Common App fee waiver and doesn't limit it to US students.

• Your eligibility is confirmed through the Common App, usually with your counselor.

Which English tests does William Paterson University of NJ accept?

William Paterson University of NJ doesn't list its English tests on the Common App: they're detailed on its international applicants page.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

How many recommendation letters does William Paterson University of NJ require?

William Paterson University of NJ doesn't require recommendation letters on the Common App for 2026–27.

• Letters that aren't required can still be accepted: the university's site says whether it reads them.
• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does William Paterson University of NJ require the Common App personal essay?

No. William Paterson University of NJ doesn't require the Common App personal essay for 2026–27, though you can still send it: the Common App lets you submit it to any university.

How many international students does William Paterson University of NJ have?

172 of William Paterson University of NJ's 6,647 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 2.6%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does William Paterson University of NJ cost for international students?

William Paterson University of NJ is a public university: international students pay at least the out-of-state rate, $25,344 in published tuition and fees for 2024–25 (in-state students paid $15,704). Some public universities add an international fee. On-campus food and housing was $16,240. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $46,350 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source