by our College Data Analytics TeamHere are the current in-state and out-of-state tuition and fees at William Paterson University of New Jersey, together with how they compare nationally and their recent trend.
Most-recent in-state undergraduate tuition and fees at William Paterson University of New Jersey were $15,704 for the year. For out-of-state undergraduates the figure was $25,344. In-state residents pay notably less as a result.
The fees portion of those totals were $500 in-state and $500 out-of-state; the remainder is straight tuition.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $15,204 | $24,844 |
| Fees | $500 | $500 |
| Total | $15,704 | $25,344 |
This tuition and fees figure covers one year of academic instruction and do not cover room and board.
Bear in mind that many undergraduates get financial aid and scholarships that reduce the amount they actually pay. The numbers on this page are sticker price.
How much does William Paterson University of New Jersey charge if you go part time? Head to the Cost Per Credit Hour page to find out.
For some context, here is how William Paterson University of New Jersey prices compare to peer schools. Each label reflects how the school sits versus the average of that group.
| Nationwide | In NJ | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Average | Average | Expensive |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Average | Average | Expensive |
Compared to colleges across the country, William Paterson University of New Jersey sits close to the national average.
Note that financial aid can substantially change the real price, so compare net cost too. Check the William Paterson University of New Jersey Financial Aid page for specifics.
The table below shows how tuition at William Paterson University of New Jersey has tracked across the last few reported years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $13,778 | $22,516 |
| Two Years Ago | $14,192 | $23,192 |
| One Year Ago | $14,690 | $24,004 |
| Most Recent Year | $15,204 | $24,844 |
This chart shows the way tuition at William Paterson University has shifted across recent years.
In the latest reported year, out-of-state tuition climbed 3.5%. Carrying the same rate forward one year puts tuition + fees around $26,230 in the following year.
Tuition generally rises year after year at most schools, so expect the price in later years to be higher than today’s figure.
Discover answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for more background.
In-state tuition and fees rose at an average annual pace of 3.39%, so in-state cost a year out lands around $16,236. For students from out of state, the yearly pace was 3.37%, putting next year’s out-of-state cost near $26,197.
Carrying that rate forward, here is the projected tuition and fees for the next five years:
| Academic Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | Out-of-State Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Next Year | $16,236 | $26,197 |
| In 2 Years | $16,786 | $27,078 |
| In 3 Years | $17,354 | $27,989 |
| In 4 Years | $17,942 | $28,931 |
| In 5 Years | $18,550 | $29,904 |
When you map out how you’ll pay, build in these annual increases — projecting four years of out-of-state tuition and fees at this rate gives roughly $110,195, versus roughly $68,318 for in-state students.
Tuition is just the starting figure — aid packages can change what students and families actually pay.
For specifics on financial aid at William Paterson University of New Jersey, check out the William Paterson University of New Jersey Financial Aid page.
