Prairie View A & M University
Prairie View A & M University (PVAMU) is a four-years, public school located in Prairie View, TX. It is a historically black school. It is classified as Doctoral/Research University by Carnegie Classification and its highest level of offering is Doctor's degree - research/scholarship.
The PVAMU's 2022 tuition & fees is $11,299 for Texas residents and $26,874 for out-of-state students. 92% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $10,190.
The school has a total enrollment of 9,400 and the students to faculty ratio is 19 to 1 (5.26%).
The average earning after 10 years of graduation from the school is $40,700 and it varies by field of study.
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.
Directory Information
| 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-years, public |
| Carnegie Category | Doctoral/Research University |
| Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree - research/scholarship |
Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System)
2022 Tuition & Fees and 2023 Estimation
For undergraduate school, the 2022 tuition and fees of Prairie View A & M University are $11,299 for in-state students and $26,874 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2022 tuition and fees are $7,993 for in-state students and $17,378 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2023 tuition & fees for prospective students is $11,299 for Texas residents and $26,874 for out-of-state students based on the tuition changes over the past five years. The estimated 2023 graduate school tuition & fees is $7,992 for Texas residents and $17,379 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $11,299 | $26,874 |
| Graduate | $7,993 | $17,378 |
Data source: 2021-2022 tuition - NCES(National Center for Education Statistics (Last update: July 22, 2022)
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $11,299 | $26,874 |
| Graduate | $7,992 | $17,379 |
The 2022-2023 tuition is announced/published officially by the PVAMU directly. See the PVAMU bursar/financial aid page for more information.
Key Stats for Prospective Students
The Acceptance rate at Prairie View A & M University is 77.00% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 34.83%. The average SAT scores submitted by enrolled students is 945.
The average graduation rate is 42%. Total 9,400 students are attending the school and the school offers campus housing facilities (i.e. dormitory and residence halls possessed by the school).
The average earning in 10 years after graduation from the school is $40,700. The average salary varies depending on the field of study where the Electrical and Electronics Engineering program shows the highest salary with $71,800 after graduating. Key academic stats for the school are listed in the next table.
| Admission Stats » | 77.00% Acceptance Rate / 34.83% Yield |
|---|---|
| Test Scores » | 945 SAT / 19 ACT |
| Graduation Rate » | 42% |
| Transfer-out Rate | 27% |
| Retention Rate | 75%(full-time), 16% (part-time) |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 5.26% (19 to 1) |
| Student Population » | 9,400 (8,444 undergraduate) |
| Average Financial Aid » | $10,190 |
| Average Earning After 10 years of graduation | $40,700 |
| Average Salary by Field of Study | $22,000 - $71,800 |
Special Learning Opportunities and On-Campus Student Services
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. The next table summarizes the special learning opportunities.
| Online Class | Undergraduate, Graduate |
|---|---|
| ROTC | Army, NAVY, Air Force |
| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
| Teacher Certification | Yes |
| Study Abroad | Yes |
PVAMU provides several student services including remedial services, academic/career counseling services, employment services for students, Placement services for completers.
| Remedial services | Yes |
|---|---|
| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
| Employment services for students | Yes |
| Placement services for completers | Yes |
| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
| Library facilities at institution | Various Library Facilities Provided |
Campus Life
The following table illustrates the special characteristics of PVAMU. It has dormitories (or campus-owned housing) and its capacity is 4,808. It also offers separate board/meal plans and the annual cost is $2,969.
| Religious Affiliation | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Historical Black School | Yes |
| Has Hospital | No |
| Offer Medical Degree | No |
| Board/Meal Plan | Yes |
| Dormitory Capacity | 4,808 |
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