William Paterson University - Services & Resources
Academic Support Center provides students one-on-one tutoring assistance for numerous basic skills and lower-and upper-level courses. Other offerings include academic skills workshops, study groups and exam review sessions.
The University provides 12 sports for both men and women. In addition, many opportunities are available for those who are not interested in competing athletically, but who enjoy sports. These include serving as an athletic trainer, a team manager or, equally important, an avid fan and supporter.
Campus Activities and Student Leadership provides a diverse activities calendar of events throughout the academic year, sponsors club fairs and supports a variety of Theme Celebrations. A variety of student leadership opportunities exist within the Student Government Association, Greek -lettered organizations as well as over 50 academic, cultural, social, programming, religious, and media groups on campus. In addition, the office is responsible for coordinating and overseeing new student Orientation Programs.
Career Development and Advisement Center provides a comprehensive program designed to assist students in making appropriate choices related to selecting a college major and ultimately defining their career goals. Undeclared students can seek out personalized advisement and all students are welcome to receive personalized career guidance, attend job readiness and career planning workshops, and job search assistance.
Center for International Education develops, coordinates and supports international, interdisciplinary academic and development activities. William Paterson University offers a wide range of study abroad programs, including a National Student Exchange, faculty short terms programs and NJSCIS programs. Eligibility requirements include that you must be a full-time undergraduate student of at least sophomore standing with a minimum GPA of 2.5.
Child Development Center provides an affordable and balanced preschool program for children and grandchildren of William Paterson University students, staff, faculty and alumni.
The University provides a wide range of technology services for students. Support for technology in education and learning is provided by Instruction and Research Technology (IRT) in more than 20 labs both on the main campus and at 1600 Valley Road.
Commuter Services provides support and guidance to commuter students. The office operates under the auspices of Campus Activities and Student Leadership, and participates fully in the areas of Orientation, Program and Services, Advising and Recognition, Special Events, and Student Leadership. In addition, the office assists students with their public transit and University shuttle transportation needs.
Counseling Center staff members facilitate students’ personal, social, and intellectual growth, as well as adjustment to, and engagement with the University community. Counselors help students identify and work through personal barriers, normal developmental issues and stressors, and clinical problems that may impede academic success.
Health and Wellness Center staff members provide care for students who are ill or injured. Through health related counseling and education, the center supports students’ efforts to maintain their physical and emotional well being and make informed decisions that promote personal wellness and affect lifelong health.
David and Lorraine ChengLibrary serves as the academic information center of the University. Its primary goal is to acquire, organize and provide access to scholarly materials in traditional and emergent media, to support the educational programs of the University, to assist and instruct in the use of information resources, to provide a balanced and diverse collection, and to offer the broadest possible access to information whenever available.
Department of Recreational Services provides a wide variety of recreational and educational opportunities and programs to enhance overall student wellness. Recreation Center is a place for students to get together with friends to have fun, get in shape, and relieve stress. The center contains a large, multipurpose arena that can accommodate 4,000 spectators at concerts, exhibits, athletic events, and can be divided into three courts for basketball and volleyball.
Department of Telecommunications provides telephone and voicemail service to residential students.
Hospitality Services is responsible for staffing the Student Information Center, during operating hours students are available to answer questions and provide general information about the University and to make appropriate referrals. In addition, staff can also assist and provide information on the Dining Program, Pioneer Express Plan and ID Cards.
Multimedia Language Center supports and enhances instructional delivery of foreign language courses offered by the department of Languages and Cultures as it integrates an innovative multimedia Intranet/Internet based learning and teaching environment into the language curriculum.
Bursar is responsible for billing and collection of tuition and fees, room and board, delinquent student liabilities and Perkins Loans and processing student refunds.
The mission of the Office of Disability Services (ODS) is to assist students with documented disabilities by ensuring that reasonable accommodations and services are provided that guarantee equal access to all programs, activities and related benefits of the University's educational programs.
Financial Aid provides financial assistance for eligible students in order to permit access to a William Paterson University education. All students must file a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to determine their eligibility for state and federal financial aid (grants, loans, campus employment) and consideration of various Institutional and Foundation and Alumni Association Scholarships.
Office of First-Year Experience works to implement a comprehensive University plan for first-year students to promote a smooth transition from high school to college, acclimate them to the University's campus, educate them in various academic-related topics, integrate co-curricular activities, and identifys solutions for roadblocks to their success.
William Paterson University offers 19 graduate programs leading to a degree, in addition to teacher certification and endorsement programs through its five colleges.
Registrar is responsible for the preparation, maintenance and security of all student records for Undergraduate and Graduate, current and former students. Registration information, verification of enrollment and name and address changes can all be accessed from the Registrar’s website.
Office of Testing provides tests and testing services to the University community. Administered tests include the Basic Skills Placement Test, the Foreign Language Proficiency Exam, 35 CLEP exams (College Level Examination Program which permits students to earn credits for general introductory courses), the PRAXIS Series, the Law School Admission Test (LSAT), the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT), and Distance Education Exams.
Science Enrichment Center provides tutorial assistance in the sciences, references, a Virtual Science Resource Center, laboratory equipment, multimedia, study and other science skill training, workshops, cooperative learning, technological assistance and mentors.
Speech and Hearing Clinic offers speech, language and/or hearing screenings, complete evaluations, and therapy. Services are provided to students at no charge.
Writing Center provides one-on-one tutoring, working on any kind of writing in any stage of development. Session topics usually include information about style, logic, voice, transitions, grammar, organization, proofreading and editing.
Women’s Center works to increase students’ understanding of the interconnectedness of race, class, and gender with a particular focus on women, feminism, sexual identity, and women’s empowerment.
- University Police
University Police Building – East Road across from Facilities and Maintenance / Extension 2300
Department of Public Safety/University Police is a resource support unit that is continually in pursuit of excellence and is noted for its community service orientation, effectiveness, and crime prevention. Through community participation, the Department provides a safe living and working environment in support of higher education and research. Police officers and security officers are on duty 24 hours a day, emergency number is 2301.
