Pioneer Award

Eligibility Criteria

• Must be an international student enrolled at William Paterson University’s main campus.
• Primary residence must be outside the United States and its territories.
• Must hold a valid student visa (F1 or J1).
• Must be enrolled full-time continuously in Fall and Spring semesters:
  • Undergraduates: minimum 12 credits per semester
  • Graduates: minimum 9 credits per semester
• Maintain good academic standing:
  • Undergraduates: minimum 2.0 cumulative William Paterson GPA
  • Graduates: minimum 3.0 cumulative William Paterson GPA
• Not eligible for in-state tuition.
• Not applicable to WP Online programs or second-degree students.

Award Value and Benefits

• Approximate award amount for Fall 2025:
  • Undergraduate: $8,212.80 per year (based on full-time enrollment)
  • Graduate: $7,034.40 per year (based on full-time enrollment)
• Provides up to an 80% discount on the difference between out-of-state and in-state tuition for main campus international students.
• Award amounts are adjusted annually to reflect tuition changes.
• Applies to all academic terms: Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer.

Important Notes

• Students must maintain continuous full-time enrollment and meet GPA requirements each semester to renew the award.
• The award is not available for online programs or second-degree pursuits.
• This scholarship supports William Paterson University’s commitment to cultural and ethnic diversity, welcoming students from over 64 countries.