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Online programs at William Paterson University give you the power to turn your aspirations into achievements and accelerate your career.

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Power Your Career With WP Online

Whether you are considering a new career, moving up or moving on, seeking new job skills, or enhancing expertise, online degree programs from William Paterson University can help you grow both personally and professionally.

WP Online programs provide a supportive and challenging environment that gives you the skills you need for success. This broad portfolio of affordable and flexible programs enables you to make a smart investment in your future.

Graduate Business Programs Online

Graduate Education Programs Online

Healthcare Programs Online

Technology Programs Online

Undergraduate Programs Online

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Convenient Course Calendar

Our flexible and convenient online programs are designed to fit into the schedules of working professionals, enabling you to complete your program while balancing career and family obligations.

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Featured Online Programs

Master of Science in Finance and Financial Services online

The MS in Finance and Financial Services – Finance Track program is designed for professionals with a desire to work in senior-level positions in the finance industry. This program aligns with the CFA exam, providing each student with sought after knowledge and skills, and making them well prepared for the workforce.

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Master of Education with a concentration in Teaching of Writing for Grades P-12 online

Advance your teaching career and develop your passion for writing with this online MEd program from WP Online. With no teacher certification required for admittance, this program is a great fit for working professionals. While this program does not lead to certification, you will be prepared in your career upon graduation.

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Registered Nurse to Master of Science in Nursing – Nursing Administration online

Take your nursing career to the next level with the RN to MSN - Nursing Administration online program. Aside from the nursing courses required in this program, you will also take MBA courses giving you the tools and knowledge you need to enhance your career in nursing administration.

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Bachelor of Arts in Leadership and Professional Studies online

If you like the idea of earning a degree that allows you to work in different industries, look no further! In this program you will learn many valuable skills that other degree programs do not teach. From people skills to workplace and organizational skills, you will be prepared to enter into a prominent, professional role upon completion.

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Featured ProgramMaster of Science in Finance and Financial Services online

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Featured ProgramMaster of Education with a concentration in Teaching of Writing for Grades P-12 online

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Featured ProgramRegistered Nurse to Master of Science in Nursing – Nursing Administration online

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Featured ProgramBachelor of Arts in Leadership and Professional Studies online

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Why Choose William Paterson Online?

As a university dedicated to academic excellence, our online programs empower students to succeed by providing a challenging, rigorous education in a highly supportive environment.

More About the Online Experience

William Paterson University’s Cotsakos College of Business is accredited by The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International).

The College of Education at William Paterson University is accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP).

The baccalaureate degree in nursing, master's degree in nursing, post master's degree certification in adult gerontology and family nurse practitioner, and DNP programs at William Paterson University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (ccneaccreditation.org).

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