William Paterson University of New Jersey Safety & Crime Statistics 2027 – Campus Security Insights

What are the security measures and safety resources available for students at William Paterson University of New Jersey?

William Paterson reports round-the-clock security patrols and emergency telephone or alarm devices, along with late-night escort or transportation service and electronically controlled residence-hall entrances. These are campus safety resources, not a guarantee against crime.

Students should learn how to reach campus police or public safety, receive emergency alerts, and report an incident, particularly if they attend evening classes or live on campus. The university's annual security report is the appropriate source for federally required crime disclosures and safety policies; its statistics have defined reporting periods and geographic categories. Students seeking help after sexual misconduct should distinguish confidential support options from formal reporting channels so they can choose the response appropriate to their circumstances.

William Paterson University of New Jersey Security

24h hotline
Trained security
Late night transportation
Electronically-operated dormitory entrances

How Safe Is William Paterson University of New Jersey? - Crime Statistics

Total reported crimes

William Paterson University of New Jersey Criminal Offenses

Crime

202220232024Per 1,000 students

Murder

0 0 0 0

Negligent manslaughter

0 0 0 0

Rape

2 2 2 0.20

Fondling

4 1 0 ▼0

Incest

0 0 0 0

Statutory rape

0 0 0 0

Robbery

0 0 0 0

Aggravated assault

1 3 1 ▼0.10

Burglary

2 2 2 0.20

Motor vehicle theft

2 1 2 ▲0.20

Arson

0 0 0 0

William Paterson University of New Jersey VAWA Offenses

Crime

202220232024Per 1,000 students

Domestic violence

6 2 2 0.20

Dating violence

7 7 7 0.70

Stalking

0 5 2 ▼0.20

William Paterson University of New Jersey Criminal Arrests

Crime

202220232024Per 1,000 students

Weaponry carrying

1 3 1 ▼0.10

Drug abuse

0 0 0 0

Liquor law violation

0 0 0 0

William Paterson University of New Jersey Criminal Disciplinary

Crime

202220232024Per 1,000 students

Weaponry carrying

0 0 1 ▲0.10

Drug abuse

18 38 60 ▲6.04

Liquor law violation

39 38 31 ▼3.12

Data last updated on November 2, 2026

Data sources: IPEDS 2024-25, Peterson 2026, College Scorecard 10/2026, Clery 2024 (2023-24), OpenAlex 2026

Figures on this profile come from federal and third-party datasets in the editions listed above and are refreshed periodically, so they may differ from what the institution currently reports. Confirm costs, deadlines and requirements with the school before making decisions.