College comparison

William Paterson University of New Jersey vs Winona State University

A side-by-side of acceptance rate, test scores, and cost — source-cited estimates, not guarantees. Want the number that actually matters for your student? Model your admit odds at each.

Metric	William Paterson University of New Jersey Wayne, NJ	Winona State University Winona, MN
Acceptance rateWinona State University is more selective	90%	75%
SAT (25–75)	—	—
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	6,614	5,144
Avg net price	$18,745	$17,503
Median earnings (10 yr)Winona State University reports higher median earnings	$57,780	$58,532
Graduation rate	44%	57%
Median debt	$22,334	$21,500
Economic mobility	2.8%	—
Test policy	—	—
Type	Public	Public

Quick answers

Is William Paterson University of New Jersey or Winona State University harder to get into?

Winona State University is more selective: William Paterson University of New Jersey's acceptance rate is approximately 90% and Winona State University's is approximately 75% (estimates from public and primary sources).

What SAT score do you need for William Paterson University of New Jersey vs Winona State University?

The middle-50% SAT range is — at William Paterson University of New Jersey and — at Winona State University. Scores outside these bands are still admitted, especially with strong applications.

Figures are estimates compiled from public datasets (College Scorecard / IPEDS) and primary sources; verify with each institution before relying on them.

These outputs are estimates from a baseline model — not guarantees of admission, cost, or outcome.