Prairie View A & M University (PVAMU) is a four-year, public school located in Prairie View, TX. It is a historically black college/university. It is classified as Research University with high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R2 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R2 University comparison page.
The PVAMU's tuition & fees is $11,299 for Texas residents and $26,874 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 95% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $9,220.
The school has a total enrollment of 9,922 and the students to faculty ratio is 17 to 1 (5.88%).
PVAMU's acceptance rate is 79.31% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 18.37%. The median SAT score is 970 and the ACT score is 19.
PVAMU ranked 291st in National Universities and 46th in Texas Colleges rankings. Prairie View A & M University is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Prairie View A & M University is $11,299 for in-state students and $26,874 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $7,993 for in-state students and $17,378 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $11,299 for Texas residents and $26,874 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $7,993 for Texas residents and $17,378 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $11,299 | $26,874 |
| Graduate | $7,993 | $17,378 |
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $11,299 | $26,874 |
| Graduate | $7,993 | $17,378 |
The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
| Acceptance Rate » | 79.31% Acceptance Rate / 18.37% Yield |
|---|---|
| Test Scores » | 970 SAT / 19 ACT |
| Graduation Rate » | 43% |
| Transfer-out Rate | 25% |
| Retention Rate | 76%(full-time), 67% (part-time) |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 5.88% (17 to 1) |
| Student Population » | 9,922 (8,877 undergraduate) |
| Average Financial Aid » | $9,220 |
Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard
Prairie View A & M University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
| Learning Opportunities | |
|---|---|
| ROTC | Army, NAVY |
| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
| Teacher Certification | Yes |
| Study Abroad | Yes |
| On-Campus Services | |
| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
| Employment services for students | Yes |
| Placement services for completers | Yes |
| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
| Address | FM 1098 Road & University Drive, Prairie View, TX 77446 |
|---|---|
| Phone | 936-261-3311 |
| WEB | School's Website |
| Admission | Admission Information |
| Online Application | Apply Online |
| Financial Aid | Deadlines and Applications |
| Net Price Calculator | Net Price Calculator |
| Veterans Tuition | Veterans Benefit Information |
| Disability Service | Disability Services |
| School Type | four-year, public |
| Carnegie Category | R2 Universities |
| Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree |
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