Did you recently transfer or were you readmitted to William Paterson University? Let us answer your questions and get you acclimated and/or re-acclimated to the WPU community. Please contact our Transfer Coordinator: Transfer Students: Newly admitted transfer students will receive outreach from Admissions and can schedule an appointment with the University's Lead Transfer Advisor, Mrs. Gabriella Brown. In this initial meeting, transfer students will review their transfer credits and discuss an initial academic registration plan. Please see below for Mrs. Brown’s contact information:
Once you have connected with Mrs. Brown, your next point-of-contact on campus is Mrs. Spenser Nyfenger, our Assistant Director for Transfer & Readmit Student Services. Mrs. Nyfenger can assist you with next steps in the registration process, adjusting your class schedule as needed, and getting acclimated with the University through your first semester here at WPU. Please see below for Mrs. Nyfenger’s contact information below:
Returning Students: Welcome back to WPU! We are glad you have decided to return to complete your degree. The first step to return is to complete the Readmit Application. You can obtain information about how to apply for readmittance through our Office of Undergraduate Admissions (admissions@wpunj.edu). For students who have already had their readmit application approved and received their registration pin from Admissions, the next step is to schedule a time to meet with Mrs. Nyfenger, our Assistant Director for Transfer & Readmit Student Services. In your meeting with Mrs. Nyfenger you will review your graduation requirements, discuss your overall academic plans, and begin next steps for registration. Spenser Nyfenger EMAIL: nyfengers@wpunj.edu PHONE: 973-720-3100 We recommend you follow along with the tasks outlined on our Returning Student Checklist to make sure you are prepared for your first semester here at WPU! You will also find helpful information on the Transfer Hub webpage: https://www.wpunj.edu/admissions/undergraduate/transfer-students/ Tips for Success in Your First Semester: Check your WPConnect (https ://wpconnect.wpunj.edu/portal/) and Blackboard on a consistent basis. Mark your calendar with important deadlines that are listed in your course syllabi and on the University’s academic calendar:https://www.wpunj.edu/registrar/calendars/ Prioritize and organize your study and personal time. Time management is key! Maintain regular study hours and establish a study environment that allows you to stay focused. We have many study spots on campus for you to utilize! Find a spot that fits your ideal study-time needs. Keep track of your grades in your courses. At any point in the semester, you should know your grade in each class. If you’re not sure where you stand, the first step is to speak with your course instructor(s). Visit your professors during office hours and utilize the Academic Success Center https://www.wpunj.edu/academics/asc/ for help with challenging courses. Familiarize yourself with your degree evaluation, and course pre-requisites and co-requisites. Degree Works is our degree audit tool, and you can access it through your WP Connect portal. When in doubt, ask for help! Our team is here to support you on your academic journey and are always happy to guide you in the right direction. If you’re not sure where to go for help, start with our team in the Advisement Center (Raubinger Hall, Suite 140 & Lower Level) For additional help, please feel free to download the following checklist: Transfer Student Checklist.PDF Returning Student Checklist.PDF
